Balanced 3D-Printable Vacuum Manifold

I need a fresh SolidWorks CAD design for a circular vacuum ring manifold that eliminates the uneven suction I’m seeing in the current version. My main goal is consistent vacuum performance across every port, so the geometry must enforce uniform flow distribution while remaining optimized for additive manufacturing. I’ve attached the current vacuum ring design for reference, so the redesign should build off the existing form factor while improving suction balance and mechanical usability. Key performance considerations include: uniform port sizing, carefully tuned internal airflow channels, and a built-in flow-balancing or pressure-regulation feature that maintains identical suction regardless of which ports are actively in use. The part will ultimately be SLS- or FDM-printed in a durable polymer, so wall thickness, bridging angles, support requirements, and post-processing access must be considered from the beginning. Project Deliverables • A fully parametric SolidWorks model (.SLDPRT / .SLDASM) designed for 3D printing • STEP export (.STEP) for manufacturing compatibility • A print-ready STL with recommended orientation and support notes • A brief design rationale (and optional CFD snapshot or flow explanation) demonstrating balanced pressure across all ports • Notes on tolerance assumptions, material selection, and any durability or fit considerations I will handle the final printing and bench testing, but I want to move into that phase confident the design will deliver uniform suction across the entire ring. If you’re comfortable combining practical mechanical engineering with SolidWorks modeling and additive manufacturing constraints, I’d be glad to discuss the project further.

Project ID: 40198507