Get 3D Printin’
Effective Date: 10 June 2025
Website: www.get3dprint.in
Company Name: The Techtellectual
This policy outlines the technical limitations, manufacturing considerations, and production standards for prints produced by Get 3D Printin’.
By placing an order through our platform, you acknowledge and accept the limitations described below.
1. Nature of Additive Manufacturing
All items are produced using FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printing using PLA and PETG thermoplastic materials.
Unlike injection molding or CNC machining, FDM is a layer-based manufacturing process, which means that certain visual and structural characteristics are inherent to the technology.
Customers should expect visible layer lines and minor surface variations as normal features of the manufacturing method.
2. Print Orientation
The orientation in which a model is printed significantly affects:
- Surface finish
- Mechanical strength
- Layer visibility
- Placement of support structures
Print orientation is determined solely by Get 3D Printin’ based on print success, structural integrity, and manufacturing efficiency.
Specific orientation requests cannot be guaranteed unless previously agreed upon in writing.
3. Support Structures
Certain models require temporary support structures during printing.
These supports are removed after printing and may leave:
- Surface marks
- Small scars
- Slight roughness
These marks are normal results of the support removal process and are not considered defects.
4. Layer Adhesion & Strength
FDM printed parts are anisotropic, meaning strength varies depending on the direction of the printed layers.
As a result:
- Parts may break along layer lines
- Thin sections may be fragile
- Mechanical strength depends heavily on orientation
Get 3D Printin’ does not guarantee mechanical strength or structural durability.
Customers are responsible for ensuring their designs are suitable for FDM manufacturing.
5. Warping & Material Behavior
Thermoplastic materials such as PLA and PETG may exhibit natural behavior during printing, including:
- Warping
- Minor shrinkage
- Slight dimensional drift
- Surface variation
These effects depend on factors such as:
- Model geometry
- Environmental conditions
- Material characteristics
- Print orientation
These behaviors are normal and expected in thermoplastic additive manufacturing.
6. Thin Walls & Fragile Geometry
Models containing the following features may be fragile:
- Extremely thin walls
- Fine decorative elements
- Long unsupported features
- Needle-like geometries
- Small connection points
Such features may break during:
- Printing
- Handling
- Packaging
- Shipping
Customers acknowledge that fragile models are printed at their own risk.
Breakage resulting from fragile design does not qualify for refunds.
7. Surface Finish Expectations
FDM printed parts typically exhibit:
- Visible layer lines
- Minor texture variations
- Small surface artifacts
- Slight seam marks
These characteristics are normal results of FDM manufacturing.
Customers requiring smooth surfaces should perform post-processing, such as:
- Sanding
- Priming
- Painting
- Surface finishing
Post-processing services are not included unless specifically offered.
8. Dimensional Accuracy & Assembly Fit
Dimensional accuracy in FDM printing varies depending on:
- Geometry
- Material
- Printer calibration
- Orientation
As a result:
- Exact tolerances cannot be guaranteed
- Press-fit components may not fit perfectly
- Assembly compatibility cannot be assured
Customers requiring precise fits should order test prints before ordering production quantities.
9. Large Flat Surface Warping
Models with large flat surfaces may experience:
- Corner lifting
- Slight warping
- Bottom surface variation
This is a common characteristic of FDM printing and is influenced by part geometry.
Such effects are not considered manufacturing defects.
10. Functional Threads & Mechanical Features
3D printed threads (such as screw threads or nuts) may not function perfectly depending on:
- Thread size
- Orientation
- Tolerances
Customers may need to:
- Clean threads manually
- Tap threads with appropriate tools
- Adjust designs for FDM compatibility
We do not guarantee that threaded components will function exactly as machined parts.
11. Model Integrity & Mesh Quality
Customers are responsible for ensuring that uploaded models are technically valid for printing.
We do not guarantee correction of issues such as:
- Non-manifold geometry
- Mesh holes
- Broken surfaces
- Inverted normals
- Non-watertight meshes
Models containing these issues may:
- Fail during printing
- Produce incomplete parts
- Produce structural weaknesses
We do not repair or redesign uploaded models.
12. Print Failure During Production
Occasionally prints may fail due to:
- Geometry issues
- File errors
- Material behavior
- Machine interruptions
When feasible, we may attempt one reprint.
If repeated failure occurs due to design issues, the item may be cancelled and refunded, while the rest of the order proceeds.
13. Batch Variation
Because additive manufacturing produces items individually, minor variations may occur between prints, including:
- Surface texture
- Minor dimensional changes
- Slight color variation between material batches
These differences are normal manufacturing variations.
14. File Confidentiality
Customer-uploaded models are used only for the purpose of fulfilling the order.
Files are not redistributed, sold, or reused without permission unless required by law.
15. Customer Communication
If you have questions or concerns regarding your order, please contact:
While additive manufacturing involves inherent limitations, we remain open to reviewing customer concerns and discussing possible solutions where appropriate.