Important Things to Know About 3D Printed Eyewear
Many people confuse small hobby 3D printers with the industrial HP 580 Colour 3D printing and smoothing system we use at venEyes. Hobby printers usually cost around A$1,000βA$2,000. In contrast, industrial medical-grade systems like ours can cost over A$300,000 β a completely different level of precision, quality, and capability.
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PRECISION 3D PRINTING
Our frames are produced using advanced HP 580 Colour 3D printing technology, where ultra-fine layers of medical-grade polyamide powder are fused together with exceptional precision to create lightweight, durable, and comfortable eyewear. The surrounding powder supports the design during printing, so no support structures are needed, reducing waste and improving finish quality.
FULL COLOUR TECHNOLOGY
Unlike standard 3D printing, the HP 580 printer applies colour directly during the printing process, allowing customised colours and unique designs to become part of the frame itself.
ADVANCED VAPOUR SMOOTHING
After printing, frames undergo sandblasting and advanced vapour smoothing technology to create a refined finish with enhanced durability, resistance, comfort, and UV protection.
SUSTAINABILITY
3D printing is also called additive manufacturing because you only use the material that makes up the frame. All excess powder is recycled, unlike acetate glasses, where up to 85% of the material is typically discarded.
This advanced manufacturing technology is used in industries such as aerospace and medical engineering, and is now applied to premium eyewear.