Technical Blog
Read guidance on DfAM, qualification evidence, inspection planning, alloy selection, and bridge production strategy.
2026-08-04
Choosing a metal 3D printing system isn't one-size-fits-all. A Velo3D user shares six years of expensive lessons across aerospace, job shop, and R&D scenarios.
Read article →2026-08-03
A procurement manager explains how Velo3D's work with SpaceX and Anduril changed our metal additive manufacturing cost model—and why 'cheap' quotes often hide the real price.
Read article →2026-08-03
Engineering and procurement teams often face urgent part requests without a clear answer on whether to use metal 3D printing or CNC machining. This guide breaks down the scenarios where each approach makes sense, using real-world examples from aerospace and defense.
Read article →2026-07-30
A procurement manager's deep dive into the hidden costs of metal additive manufacturing, from Velo3D's Space X contract to everyday shop floor decisions.
Read article →2026-07-30
A practical, action-oriented guide for procurement professionals on how to properly vet a new manufacturing vendor before placing an order. Based on real-world experience and designed to prevent costly rework.
Read article →2026-07-29
A quality professional's honest take on Velo3D's Sapphire printers, SpaceX & Anduril partnerships, and where the technology really stands in 2025.
Read article →2026-07-29
A firsthand account of a costly mistake in adopting Velo3D for defense projects – and the checklist it created.
Read article →2026-07-28
A cost controller shares hard-won lessons on evaluating Velo3D's metal 3D printing against CNC turning and laser cutting, using real vendor data and TCO analysis.
Read article →2026-07-28
A practical guide from an admin buyer’s perspective on evaluating Velo3D suppliers, based on real procurement experience with Anduril and SpaceX contractors.
Read article →2026-07-27
A practical, first-person guide based on real mistakes in ordering complex metal additive manufacturing parts, with a focus on avoiding costly errors with high-specification suppliers like those serving defense and aerospace.
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