High volume production of 3D printed parts

[randolph]

Let's say I wanted to 3D print an aluminum part of 1"x1"x0.5" that has complex geometry in DMLS. The volume is 55,000 over a 6-month period. A quote from a 3D printing company will most likely be around 6-20 million or so. Is it worth investing in these machines for in-house production rather than outsourcing? The piece-cost can get into the high $200's but needs to get down under $10. Is this currently feasible?

Many thanks!

[curious aardvark]

the short answer is no.

[hpearson]

Can people please do this survey for our class and share the survey as well. We are trying to get at least 100 response. One link is for people who have a 3D printer and the other is for people who don't have a 3D printer.
Have Printer https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LN3GZ8D
Don't have printer https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LYB69B6
make sure to click on the correct link.