Besides offering manufacturing services, Protolabs Network has been working on educational content on everything relating to Manufacturing.
We've condensed all that you need to know to get your part produced into our free Knowledge Base and a bestselling 3D Printing Handbook.
Which material should I select?
Chapter 7 of the Knowledge base is all about the materials. For example, if you’re interested in CNC machining, the article Selecting the right CNC material will be perfect for you.
Which manufacturing process should I use for my project?
Chapter 3 of the Knowledge base focuses on describing different Manufacturing Technologies and their pros and cons.
However, you could also check out the article titled 3D Printing vs. CNC machining if you’re looking to compare these two processes.