Hi,
I wanted to  share some worryings i have  (and expectations).
In my presentation, Warren said :
"Resin casting is growing in popularity especially as people see the results that can be had relatively cheaply at the DIY level."
It is true, but i can't help thinking : will 3D printing be more profitable than casting in resin and if yes, when ? I hope to start a business next year, casting scenery for miniature games.
If 3D printing is  more profitable within 10 years (as technology develops quickly and 3D printers are more and more cheaper, faster, and gain in quality), It seems iam doomed
What you professionals do think about that issue ?
Thanks !

3D printing has not really "come of age" yet. Sure its hitting the head lines as it gets used for more mainstream things or obscure high tech things but its still a way off being used routinely in high volume production - assuming it ever is. 

Low volume, prototyping etc is where it will initially flourish.  The DIY relatively low cost units need to work a lot quicker and produce higher quality components than they do presently.

It may well eventually replace resin casting for some hobbyist type things but that is still a while off yet.


Warren Penalver
Easy Composites / Carbon Mods - Technical Support Assistant