Short answer
There is no single material or wall thickness answer possible. The thickness depends on your 3D model design, but we recommend a minimum wall thickness of 1 mm for reliable full-colour 3D printing.
What “thickness” means in 3D printing
In 3D printing, thickness usually refers to the wall thickness of your model, not the material itself. Since objects are printed layer by layer, the material thickness is defined by your design.
Recommended wall thickness
For Mimaki full-colour 3D printing, we recommend:
- Minimum wall thickness: 1 mm
- Small details / fragile parts: thicker than 1 mm for durability
- Large models: may require additional thickness for strength
Why thickness is important
If parts of your model are too thin:
- They may break during post-processing
- They can be difficult to print accurately
- Surface quality may be affected
Layer thickness (print resolution)
Our printers use very fine layers to achieve high detail and smooth surfaces. This is handled automatically and does not need to be set by the user.