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# Knol-edge: Frequently Asked Questions

In Knol-edge, Harrie Knol shares his knowledge on precision metal. Harrie is Head of Application Engineering at Veco and helps our clients' engineers to shape their projects. Below he answers the most commonly asked questions. Have a question too? Ask Harrie directly and submit your request for Knol-edge.

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### Knol-edge Lecture: Advantages of Electroforming in the World of Micro Manufacturing

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-lecture-advantages-of-electroforming-in-the-world-of-micro-manufacturing>

Aug 30, 2018, 7:56:25 AM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q9. Applications of Electroforming in the Electronics and Semiconductor industry

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Mar 6, 2018, 2:36:20 PM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q8. Electroforming vs 3D Printing

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q8.-electroforming-vs-3d-printing>

Dec 12, 2017, 1:43:47 PM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q7. Stencil Printing vs. Screen Printing

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q7.-stencil-printing-vs-screen-printing>

Nov 14, 2017, 2:33:36 PM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q6. Inkjet Nozzle Plates

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q6.-inkjet-nozzle-plates>

Oct 10, 2017, 9:27:24 AM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q5. Advantages of electroforming in the field of filtration

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q5.-electroforming-advantages-in-filtration>

Sep 5, 2017, 10:15:38 AM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q4. Material: what choices can be made to make your precision parts

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q4.-material-what-choices-can-be-made>

Aug 8, 2017, 9:32:36 AM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q3. What are the benefits of Laser Direct Imaging?

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q3.-what-are-the-benefits-of-laser-direct-imaging>

Jul 11, 2017, 8:00:00 AM

### \[Knol-edge\] Q2. Cost comparison: Electroforming, Etching, and other precision technologies

<https://insights.vecoprecision.com/knol-edge-q2.-cost-comparison-electroforming-etching-and-other-precision-technologies>

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