Materialise Magics
Nester
Nest 3D models in a controlled way throughout your entire build with the Nester module’s wide array of tools. Alongside its advanced algorithms and speed, the software also offers you options to protect small parts, indicate no-build and priority zones, and nest on multiple machines. The 3D nester is suitable for powder bed technologies like SLS, MJF, and EBM, and binder jetting.
Benefits
Speed up your workflow
Place hundreds or even thousands of parts in minutes while maintaining control over part orientation across multiple platforms at once.
Optimize your machine capacity
Optimally distribute parts on your platforms with the 3D nester, automatically avoiding laser field overlaps and prioritizing part placement into custom nesting zones.
Obtain excellent part quality
Optimize printing platforms for an equal distribution of material to ensure an even heat level and high dimensional and surface quality without compromising build density.
Run a profitable business
Create a sub-nest of parts from the same order to calculate an accurate quote. Commit to tight lead times by packing in more parts per build so you can increase printer profitability, reduce powder usage, and avoid scrap.
Features
3D positioning
Automatically and rapidly place parts across the entire 3D volume of the build with your preferred orientation restraints, optimizing the build density.
Multiplatform nesting
Save time on nesting — the tool automatically moves parts to the following build platform once a platform is full.
Slice volume optimization
Ensure part quality by avoiding abrupt changes in volume between slices.
Placement zones
Place specific parts in a chosen area with nesting zones, or avoid placing them there with no-build zones and laser field overlaps.
Renest while printing
If your build has already started printing, you can use the Renest Above tool to add parts in an optimized way before sending that new build.
Protective cases
Generate protective sinter boxes to group small parts and protect fragile parts during and after printing.
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Learn about Nester
Discover how to get started via our Academy, and get the answers to all your questions from customer support.
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