Z-axis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000420",
  "term": "Z-axis",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "The vertical direction of movement within an additive manufacturing system, perpendicular to both the X and Y axes. This axis controls the layer-by-layer deposition process, either by moving the print head up or the build platform down. Precise control of Z-axis movement determines the layer thickness and overall height of the printed object.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/z-axis/"
}