Quote Originally Posted by airscapes View Post
Had never heard of such a thing but a quick google shows what it looks like.. This type of object would not print very well. ALL open spaces would need supports and the thin curved structure does not work well with 3d printing. This is because when fabricating it is one thin thread on top or another things that are angled for curved up slanted turn into tiny steps.. This type of shape is better made with injection molding. Not saying it can not be done with a lot of thought put into the design specifically for 3d printing, just not the ideal manufacturing technique.
I do not think injection molding is feasible for one off pieces like what I am after. Therefore I thought about looking more into 3d printing. What about printing with metal? I know Silca and some others make 3d printed bottle cages in titanium