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3D printed parts

22-01-2016, 18:40

SenorZ

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Re: 3D printed parts

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Originally Posted by frcguy

Are 3D printed parts allowed? My team has heard stories of 3D printed parts catching on fire and such, and are unsure about their usage in FRC.

Not sure about fire, but I'd definitely keep 3D printed parts away from heavy-use CIMs. They get hot and can possibly weaken the print.

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