Frequently Asked Questions

How to choose a 3D printer?

Choosing a 3D printer depends on many factors – what objects you want to print, how large, how detailed, for what purpose, whether you have material requirements, and how familiar you are with 3D printing technologies.

Based on our experience, we have developed several simple guidelines:

If you want to print highly detailed objects and small production batches, the most suitable 3D printer is Form 3, known for its exceptional precision and wax materials.

If you work in dental medicine or dental technology, Form 3B is a specialized dental 3D printer using certified biocompatible materials.

If you are a jeweler, the most suitable choice is Form 3.

If you want to print small to large objects, prototypes, fixtures, spare parts or end products and you are an engineer, architect or product designer, the most suitable printers are Ultimaker S3 and Ultimaker S5 Pro.

If you are an engineer aiming to create extremely strong functional parts using materials like PEEK or Carbon Fiber, the best choice is MarkForged or Minifactory.

If 3D printing is your hobby and not for professional purposes, the most suitable 3D printer is CraftBot.

If you are a maker or work in education, the most suitable machine is Ultimaker 2+ Connect.

If you want to print very large objects, molds or full-scale parts, suitable printers are BigRep, Intamsys, OMNI3D and Creatbot.

If you are looking for industrial serial production or direct metal printing, you are looking for EOS.

These guidelines serve as a general orientation. B2N’s recommendation is to contact us directly. We will discuss your ideas and needs and recommend the best solution through a fast and completely free consultation.

How to choose a 3D scanner?

Choosing a 3D scanner mainly depends on two factors: budget and accuracy.

In our catalog, you can find various solutions according to your needs:

RangeVision NEO is an entry-level 3D scanner, easy to use, affordable and with free management software.

RangeVision Spectrum is a mid-range professional desktop 3D scanner capturing texture for small, medium and large objects, with free software.

Artec Space Spider is a high-end professional handheld scanner with texture, 1.3 MP camera, 1,000,000 points/sec, 0.05 mm accuracy and 0.1 mm resolution.

Artec Eva is a high-end professional handheld scanner with texture, 1.3 MP camera, 2,000,000 points/sec, 0.1 mm accuracy and 0.5 mm resolution.

SCANTECH and the latest Artec products such as Micro and Ray provide highly precise industrial scanning solutions.

These are general guidelines for choosing a 3D scanner. If you are unsure which scanner is right for you or need more information, please contact us through our contact form.