Feasibility / Printability / Manufacturability Checks

One of the most critical 3D Spark tools is the Feasibility Check. This tool analyzes a part’s printability with the selected technology, material and machine.

You can reach the feasibility summary by clicking “Details” under the “Feasibility” column of a Production Option.

Icons and color code

Green (Check mark): Feasible / Printable

Yellow (Exclamation mark): Might not be feasible / printable. Requires user’s attention

Red (Exclamation mark): Not feasible, design change might be required

Geometry Checks

Fits Machine: Does this part fit in the selected machine?

Fits Process: Is the geometry of this part within the limits of the selected AM process (independent of the machine)?

Wall Thickness: Does this part have walls thinner or thicker than the limits given under Material Properties?

Gap Size: Does this part have any Gap Size narrower than the limit given under Material Properties?

Support Removability: Does this part require any supports in the given orientation that might be hard to remove during the post-process?

NOTE: Each material/machine pair can have their own feasibility/manufacturability limits. These limits can be set in the material properties (only for custom materials added by the user). See: How to create a new material / custom material