Hi All,

I'm super green when it comes to 3d printing but have extensive training in solidworks as well as an EE degree. I am looking for a way to create gears and am looking at silicone molds or 3d printing however have leaned towards 3d printing since I have over 100 different sizes that I would like to make and only need a few at a time.

My question: Is 3d printing a viable option for printing gears with an approximate 1" diameter (I have attached a sample pic). If this is a viable option, is there anything specific I should look for when purchasing the machine?

Any additional input would be fantastic. (Sorry if this is the wrong location for this question, let me know and I'll gladly post elsewhere). Thanks in advance.
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