Cool down

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000084",
  "term": "Cool down",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "The phase in an additive manufacturing process where the printed part and the build chamber are allowed to gradually decrease in temperature after fabrication is complete. This controlled cooling prevents thermal stresses, warping, or cracking in the finished part, especially for materials like metals and high-performance polymers. The duration of this phase can vary significantly depending on the material and part geometry.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/cool-down/"
}