Prepare, simulate, and print with confidence: repair and orient models, build lattices and supports, and catch distortion before metal or polymer parts ever hit the machine.
- Autodesk Platinum Partner
- 30+ years in business
- US & CA support
From design file to build plate, without the guesswork.
Netfabb (now delivered as Fusion with Netfabb) covers the full additive workflow: import and repair meshes, arrange builds, generate lattices, and simulate powder bed fusion or direct energy deposition before you commit material and machine time.
- Import, analyze, and repair mesh and CAD files
- Lattice, hollow, and support generation for lightweighting
- Print-process simulation for metal AM
- Support for 200+ industrial 3D printers
What you get with Netfabb
Import, analyze, and repair
Fix common mesh errors, check wall thickness, and get files build-ready without redoing the model from scratch.
Lattice and hollowing tools
Generate lattice structures and parametric supports to cut weight and material use while keeping part strength.
Automatic packing and nesting
Arrange multiple parts on the build plate to use less space, avoid collisions, and get more out of every build.
MPBF and DED simulation
Predict temperature, distortion, and stress before printing, and correct problems on screen instead of on the machine.
Additive toolpaths
Set build strategies and toolpath parameters tuned for surface quality, part density, and print speed.
Preloaded machine profiles
Cut setup time with configurations already built for supported printers, so you spend less time on machine matching.
Key capabilities
- Build preparation: Import, repair, orient, and arrange 3D files so what you send to the printer is actually printable, with far less manual cleanup.
- Lightweighting: Agile lattice and hollowing tools with parametric supports reduce part weight and material cost without a manual redesign.
- Print simulation: Model the thermal and mechanical response of metal powder bed fusion and direct energy deposition builds to catch failures before they happen.
- Machine flexibility: Work across 200+ supported 3D printers with preloaded workspaces instead of configuring every machine by hand.
Is Netfabb right for your team?
| Best for | Additive manufacturing build preparation, lattice design, and metal print-process simulation |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows desktop |
| Included | Build prep, lattice and support generation, packing and nesting, additive toolpaths; local MPBF/DED simulation on qualifying tiers |
| File format | STL, 3MF, and other major mesh and CAD formats for 3D printing |
| Licensing | Subscription licensing, sold as Fusion with Netfabb or as standalone Netfabb Local Simulation |
| From DSI | Deployment help, certified training, and local technical support included |
A subscription is just the start
Buy Netfabb through DSI, an Autodesk Platinum Partner. Get deployment help, certified training, and support from specialists who use the software every day.
Frequently asked questions
What is Autodesk Netfabb used for?
Netfabb prepares 3D files for additive manufacturing: repairing meshes, arranging build plates, generating lattices and supports, and simulating metal print processes to catch distortion before you print.
Is Netfabb still sold as Standard, Premium, and Ultimate?
No. Autodesk now delivers the toolset as Fusion with Netfabb, alongside a standalone Netfabb Local Simulation product focused on MPBF and DED simulation. DSI can match the right option to your workflow.
Who uses Netfabb?
Additive manufacturing engineers, industrial designers, and mechanical engineers who need to prepare, simulate, or optimize parts for 3D printing, from prototypes through production runs.
Does Netfabb support my 3D printer?
Netfabb includes preloaded workspaces for 200+ industrial 3D printers, covering major metal and polymer platforms. Talk to DSI to confirm your specific machine.
What is included with a Netfabb subscription?
Build preparation, lattice and hollowing tools, automatic packing, and additive toolpaths are included. Thermo-mechanical simulation for metal powder bed fusion and direct energy deposition is available on qualifying tiers.
Get in touch with our team today!
Talk to a DSI specialist about Netfabb licensing, bundles, and training built around how your team works.