GUIDE 08
Modelling for fluid operations
Internal channels, seals, nozzles and manifolds — and the printing limits that decide whether they leak.
What this guide covers
- Internal channels & min printable size
- Self-draining design
- Nozzles & venturis
- Manifolds
- Seals & O-ring grooves
- Laminar vs turbulent
- Wall thickness for pressure
The full, image-led walkthrough of this guide is being written. Below are the standard library parts it uses — free, engineering-grade, ready to drop into your CAD.
Library parts used in this guide
Key terms