Products in Automotive: 3D Printing

High Heat PLA (Polylactic Acid) 3D Printing Filament made from Natureworks 3D850 PLA. This grade exhibits faster crystallization rates and is able to develop improved heat-resistance in 3D printed parts. Printed parts made from this PLA can be heat treated, which can obtain properties that exceed ABS. To achieve a heat treat on a printed part, submerge in water (or bake in oven) at 80-130C for up to 30 minutes. Manufactured in the USA using High Heat PLA 3D850 resin. This material is a great substitute for normal PLA when greater heat resistance and impact strength is desired.

Farsoon Technologies FS 3401GB produce parts with high mechanical properties and good abrasive resistance. Farsoon considers material to part of its core competency. Farsoon’s experienced material department has independently developed a portfolio of polymer materials for additive manufacturing. In addition Farsoon’s fully capable material manufacturing is able to vertically control the production of the material from raw material to finished product, ensuring quality and stability. With excellent color stability, oxidation resistance, Farsoon polymer materials produce high quality parts which provide both detailed surface precision and high mechanical properties. In addition Farsoon partners with many material suppliers to bring new and advanced materials to the users through Farsoon’s open material policy.

Durable polyamide (nylon) material for real-world physical testing and functional use.Applications Complex, thin-wall ductwork Functional prototypes that approach end-use performance properties Appropriate for low-to-mid-volume rapid manufacturing Medical applications requiring USP Class VI compliance, or biocompatibility Motorsports Aerospace Housing and enclosures Impellers and connectors Consumer sporting goods Vehicle dashboards and grilles Snap-fit designs Parts requiring machining or joining with adhesives Features Excellent surface resolution and feature detail Easy-to-process Compliant with USP Class VI testing Compatible with autoclave sterilization Good chemical resistance and low moisture absorption Benefits Nicely balanced mechanical properties and processability Build prototypes that withstand functional testing Produce durable end-use parts without tooling Create accurate and repeatable parts as demanded by manufacturers Machinable and paintable for demonstration parts

Z-SEMIFLEX is a material characterized by a minimal shrinkage level and resistance to greases and chemicals. It is based on TPU 98A which gives your models unique characteristics, including high elasticity and rubber-like properties. Z-SEMIFLEX also exhibits high impact strength which allows you to apply force to a 3D printed model with little risk of damage. These unparalleled qualities make Z-SEMIFLEX ideal not only for prototypes tested in adverse industrial environments, but also for models resembling organs used in medical assessment processes.

EnvisionTEC E-Tool Series (E-Tool M, E-Tool, E-Tool 3SP) is filled with Barium Borosilicate Glass, known for its heat and chemical resistance, to deliver injection molds that can withstand high heat and pressure. Combined with EnvisionTEC’s 3D printing technologies, E-Tool 2.0 delivers highly accurate tooling with an exceptionally smooth surface finish.

Z-PCABS is a unique blend which combines the properties of two materials: ABS and polycarbonate (PC). Its advantages include high mechanical durability, and resistance to various factors, including high temperatures. Z-PCABS is perfectly suited for industrial use as it allows you to test your prototypes and end-use parts regardless of extreme conditions. You will benefit from this fusion of materials while creating housings of everyday tools, constructional elements of various equipment, and automotive components which will remain stable and fully functional over time.

ABS-ESD7™ (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene-electrostatic dissipative) is an ABS thermoplastic with static dissipative properties for applications where a static charge can damage products, impair their performance or cause an explosion. ABS-ESD7 prevents a buildup of static electricity, so it will not produce a static shock or cause other materials like powders, dust and fine particles to stick to it. Ideal for electronic products with circuit boards and for the transportation and industrial equipment industries. Most widely used to create jigs and fixtures for the assembly of electronic components, but it is also useful for building functional prototypes of fuel storage and delivery products, as well as cases, enclosures and packaging.

VisiJet® CR-WT Rigid White ABS-like Material Extreme durability High rigidity High temperature resistance

Fun To Do Deep Black has specifically been designed to get the best out of your High End DLP/SLA machine. We have combined this special blend with near nano carbon particles, which enables you to print objects in the highest resolutions. Despite being black, the cure times are just as any other of our fast curing resins.

Features Highest stiffness available Heat and abrasion resistant Excellent chemical resistance Great for windtunnel models, jigs and fixtures

CarbonResin™ CE 221 is a high performance material with excellent strength, stiffness, and temperature resistance (231 °C). CE is comparable to glass-filled nylon.

EnvisionTEC HTM140 Series (HTM140 V2 M, HTM140 V2, HTM140 IV, HTM140 V3) is a high-temperature mold material that dramatically changes 3D printing capabilities for manufacturers. With a heat deflection temperature of 140°C straight out of the machine, high definition parts printed in HTM140 can be directly vulcanized in rubber, eliminating the need for a metal master.

VisiJet® SL Black ABS-like look and feel Black Color High strength and good dimensional stability Ideal for automotive and consumer goods prototyping Ideal for electronics housing

Features Clear and transparent Rigid and tough Great for headlamps, bottles and transparent assemblies Excellent humidity/moisture resistance

Z-GLASS is a material with unparalleled properties that will allow you to successfully replace brittle glass elements in your functional prototypes and show what is within them. Its low shrinkage level makes it possible to 3D print defect-free models which will be durable and scratchproof, including automotive and electronics objects. With Z-GLASS, you can create light-transmitting objects that will remain unaffected by heavy exposure to light (high UV resistance) or most acids and alcohols, and weak alkalies. All these advantages make this material ideal not only for industrial sector but also for creating interior design elements.

EnvisionTEC RCP Series (RCP30 M, RCP30, RC70 M, RC70, RC90 M, RC90) is a popular line of photosensitive resins that contain ceramic particles, EnvisionTEC’s RC materials build tough and stiff parts at very high resolutions.

Solaxis ASA is poised to become the most popular all-purpose prototyping material for users of Fortus 380mc™, 450mc™ and 900mc™ 3D Printers, and the Stratasys F123™ Series. Now you can build consistently high-quality parts, with exceptional UV stability and the best esthetics of any FDM® thermoplastic. Matching or exceeding the mechanical properties of ABS, ASA may be your new favorite general prototyping material. Its UV-resistance makes it especially suited in production parts for outdoor commercial and infrastructure use. And its wide selection of colors and matte finish makes it ideal for attractive prototypes in consumer sporting goods, tools and automotive components and accessories.

Solaxis PC is widely used in automotive, aerospace, medical and many other applications. PC offers accuracy, durability and stability, creating strong parts that withstand functional testing. A PC part manufactured on a Fortus® 3D Printer is 5 to 60 percent stronger than a part made on previous FDM® systems. It also has superior mechanical properties to ABS and a number of other thermoplastics. When combined with a Fortus 3D Printer, PC gives you strong parts for conceptual modeling, functional prototyping, manufacturing tools, and production parts. PC runs the Xtend 500 Fortus Plus option, which enables more than 400 hours of unattended build time.

Formlabs Flexible 80A is excellent for simulating soft-touch materials and adding ergonomic features to multi-material assemblies.

Farsoon Technologies FS 3250MF produce parts with high mechanical properties and heat resistance. Farsoon considers material to part of its core competency. Farsoon’s experienced material department has independently developed a portfolio of polymer materials for additive manufacturing. In addition Farsoon’s fully capable material manufacturing is able to vertically control the production of the material from raw material to finished product, ensuring quality and stability. With excellent color stability, oxidation resistance, Farsoon polymer materials produce high quality parts which provide both detailed surface precision and high mechanical properties. In addition Farsoon partners with many material suppliers to bring new and advanced materials to the users through Farsoon’s open material policy.

Solaxis Nylon 6 combines strength and toughness superior to other FDM thermoplastics, for applications that require strong, customized parts and tooling that lasts longer and withstands rigorous functional testing. Engineered with nylon 6, a popular thermoplastic for manufacturing, this material works with the Fortus 900mc™ to produce durable parts with a clean finish and high break resistance. FDM Nylon 6 is ideal for product manufacturers and development engineers in automotive, aerospace, consumer goods and industrial manufacturing.

Solaxis Nylon 12 is the first material in Stratasys’ family of nylon offerings, complementing the current portfolio of FDM® materials and enabling new applications requiring: repetitive snap fits, high fatigue resistance, strong chemical resistance and press (friction) fit inserts. FDM Nylon 12 is primarily used in aerospace, automotive and consumer goods industries to take on everything from tooling, jigs and fixtures to covers, panels and vibration resistant components. For use with Fortus 380mc™, 450mc™ and 900mc™ 3D Printers, FDM Nylon 12 offers unparalleled toughness and a simple, clean process – free of powders.

High Heat PLA (Polylactic Acid) 3D Printing Filament engineered to deliver improved heat-resistance and high impact strength to 3D printed parts, this formulated grade achieves thermal and mechanical properties similar to ABS while offering an alternative to styrenic-based materials. Printed parts made from this PLA can be heat treated, which can obtain properties that exceed ABS. To achieve a heat treat on a printed part, submerge in water (or bake in oven) at 100-120C for up to 30 minutes. Manufactured in the USA using High Heat PLA 3D870 resin. This material is a great substitute for normal PLA when greater heat resistance and impact strength is desired.

Farsoon Technologies FS 1092A - TPU provides superb elongation and low processing temperature. Farsoon considers material to part of its core competency. Farsoon’s experienced material department has independently developed a portfolio of polymer materials for additive manufacturing. In addition Farsoon’s fully capable material manufacturing is able to vertically control the production of the material from raw material to finished product, ensuring quality and stability. With excellent color stability, oxidation resistance, Farsoon polymer materials produce high quality parts which provide both detailed surface precision and high mechanical properties. In addition Farsoon partners with many material suppliers to bring new and advanced materials to the users through Farsoon’s open material policy.

A hard, accurate plastic with excellent moisture and temperature stability.Applications High temperature requirements Test of water and fluid handling components Wind tunnel models Master patterns Fixtures, gages and jigs Features High stiffness Excellent accuracy Best in class moisture stability Elevated temperature resistance Benefits Stable and rigid parts that withstand adverse environments Outstanding stiffness for demanding applications Ideal for parts requiring high thermal and moisture resistance

PLA (Polylactic Acid) 3D printer filament. The most commonly used 3D printing media, the benefits of PLA include affordability, easy to use, large color selection, and low print temperature.

PLA (Polylactic Acid) 3D printer filament. The most commonly used 3D printing media, the benefits of PLA include affordability, easy to use, large color selection, and low print temperature.

Ultimaker TPU 95A is highly versatile for industrial applications, TPU 95A filament is thego-to choice for a wide array of manufacturing projects that demand thequalities of both rubber and plastic. Designed for 3D printing consistency,TPU 95A is a semi-flexible and chemical resistant filament with stronglayer bonding. In addition, it is easier and faster to print than otherTPU filaments.

Onyx is a micro carbon fiber filled nylon. It’s 1.4 times stronger and stiffer than ABS and can be reinforced with any continuous fiber. Onyx sets the bar for surface finish, chemical resistivity, and heat tolerance.

Stoner, Inc. A324 Rapid Release is specially formulated to release molded silicone rubber, thermoset plastics, rubber, and similar materials.

PC+PBT (Polycarbonate + Polybutylene Terephthalate) 3D Printing Filament. PC + PBT - 1 kg benefits include Superior stiffness/ductility balance, Great structural integrity and drop impact performance, Excellent fatigue performance, High chemical resistance to motor oil and grease.

PLA (Polylactic Acid) 3D printer filament. The most commonly used 3D printing media, the benefits of PLA include affordability, easy to use, large color selection, and low print temperature.

Farsoon Technologies FS 1088A - TPU provides superb elongation and low processing temperature.Ideal for applications requiring a soft or flexible material applications. Farsoon considers material to part of its core competency. Farsoon’s experienced material department has independently developed a portfolio of polymer materials for additive manufacturing. In addition Farsoon’s fully capable material manufacturing is able to vertically control the production of the material from raw material to finished product, ensuring quality and stability. With excellent color stability, oxidation resistance, Farsoon polymer materials produce high quality parts which provide both detailed surface precision and high mechanical properties. In addition Farsoon partners with many material suppliers to bring new and advanced materials to the users through Farsoon’s open material policy.

EnvisionTEC ABS 3SP White is an extremely flexible ABS-like 3D printing material for 3SP technology. ABS Hi-Impact 3SP is an ideal solution for a wide variety of applications including snap-fit items and assembly applications which require some elasticity.

Farsoon Technologies FS 3300PA-F is considered for use in Powder Bed Fusion, e.g. Laser Sintering. The black powder is optimized for absorbance of Fiber Laser Light for fast melting. It shows good oxidation resistance, good dimensional stability, excellent mechanical properties especially balance of strength and toughness, and easy for processing. Suitable for products with high mechanical properties and toughness requirements, parts manufacturing or smaller parts made with adhesives, as well as complex parts and plastic models, automotive pipelines, brake tubes, stocks, grips, trigger retainers, etc.

PC+PBT (Polycarbonate + Polybutylene Terephthalate) 3D Printing Filament. PC + PBT - 1 kg benefits include Superior stiffness/ductility balance, Great structural integrity and drop impact performance, Excellent fatigue performance, High chemical resistance to motor oil and grease.