Products in Tooling & Moldmaking

ABS - 3kg benefits include Higher strength and flexibility compared to PLA, Higher temperature resistance over PLA, Machinability allows for end-use parts, Finished parts can be vapor smoothed with acetone.

ZOLTEK PX35 Stitch-Bonded Uni-Directional Carbon Fabrics are produced from our ZOLTEK PX35 50K Continuous Tow Carbon Fiber. Unique fiber spreading techniques are utilized to obtain a wide range of UD fabric weights for a varied set of composite part applications. Quick composite part build-up is cost effectively achieved with our diverse weight range of low-cost carbon fabric products.

A black epoxy system with a convenient 1:1 mix ratio by volume. This product has excellent machinability, good impact strength, and cures overnight at room temperature. It has very low shrinkage making it ideal for prototypes, models, dies, and cast production parts.

Ultimaker CPE is chemical resistant, strong, tough, and demonstrates gooddimensional stability. CPE is available in a wide range of colors, includinggrayscale for more professional looking models.

Fun To Do Castable Blend has been designed to cast your pieces in bronze, copper, tin or iron using standard vacuum investment casting methods and settings. It is an Ideal resin for casting pieces of art, Toy models, machine parts. The fully cured resin has a hardness of 73 shore D.

MoldWiz® INT-34DLK - Process aid additive which is incorporated directly into the resin. Improves resin flow/fill, improves dispersion of other resin additives (reinforcements, fillers, and pigments), shortens cycle times, reduces temperatures and pressures of molding machines, and reduces or eliminates weld/knit lines. Eliminates the need for an external mold release agent. An effective addition of process aid additive will not have any adverse effect on physical properties or secondary operations such as decorating, printing, bonding, or plating

Michem® Lube 124 - A wax emulsion provides release and acts as a detackifier for industrial molding applications and latex glove formulations, and offers slip resistance for adhesives and sealants.

BCC Kwik Kast/Black is a two component, fast setting polyurethane reproduction plastic. BC 8001 sets to a demoldable hardness within 30 minutes @ 77°F. Uses include; tracing models core boxes, duplicating aids, patterns, prototypes, low temperature vacuum form tools, etc.Handling Properties:BCC's Kwik Kast/Black is a fast-setting, two part casting system which requires careful preparation prior to mixing parts A and B. Because Kwik Kast/Black contains components of high density there will be some separation at the bottom of each container. Using a paint shaker, jiffy mixer, or mixing spatula, re-suspension of the ingredients is easily accomplished. Precaution should be taken to prevent any moisture contamination from containers or utensils. It is recommended that the work area be well ventilated and normal cleanliness and safety rules be observed. Avoid prolonged exposure to vapors and contact with skin.Preparation of Mold Surface:Clean the surface from dust and possible presence of moisture. Apply BC 87 Parting Agent and polish to a uniform high gloss finish (usually 2-3 coats are recommended). For plaster or wood surfaces seal with PVC sealer to ensure complete absence of moisture, followed by 2-3 coats of 87 Parting Agent.Mixing and Pouring:Although not necessary, best results are obtained by evacuation of each component under 29 inches of vacuum which removes entrapped air prior to blending the two components. Pour weighed or measured amounts of Part A & B into a separate dry container by pouring Part A into Part B. Mix with a spatula or mechanical stirrer for 30-40 seconds for quart size batches or 40-50 seconds for gallon batches while avoiding air entrapment. Immediately pour mixed resin uninterrupted from a convenient height above the mold cavity. Clean your mixing tools by rinsing in an alcohol type solvent. Larger masses (2 feet or more) may be built up with successive pours. Castings may be demolded within 30-60 minutes but should be properly supported while "green". Under normal conditions, maximum hardness or cure will be achieved in 12-18 hours.

BritePurge™ RDX- is a high-performance ready-to-use purge compound in a pellet form. Formulated in a Modified Polyolefin Carrier that delivers an aggressive combination of components designed to successfully removes carbon build-up and degraded resin. Significantly reduces down time associated with color and resin changes, and very effective for sealing the barrel and screw.

RESOLCOAT 7090 CLEAR is a high TG gelcoat specially formulated for the production of tooling and structural composites parts requiring high service temperatures. This gelcoat may be applied from thicknesses from 300 to 600 microns depending if it is for parts or tool manufacturing where thickness of 600 microns is recommended.

Silpak RU-455 is a liquid, two-component, 100% solids Urethane Elastomer RTV that is easily processed. This system provides a firm, semi-flexible, durable and abrasion resistant rubber compound. Use for creating molds, especially large molds where dimensional stability is required to avert distortion, and rubber parts. Molds are used to cast concrete, wax, and plaster parts. Also makes molds that are compatible for casting Silicone Platinum RTV.

Polynt Group HUP 17/30 RB-Color is generally used in cosmetics, electronic and electrical, foundries, peroxides applications.

Essentium TPU 74D-Z is a high durometer filament in Essentium’s electrostatically dissipative (ESD) portfolio. With non-marring surface properties, you don’t have to worry about latent failures in electronics. Essentium’s Z line of filaments are the only industrially-proven safe materials for ESD sensitive applications. Essentium TPU 74D-Z is a no-warp drop in replacement for ABS. It has excellent impact strength, tear strength, and abrasion resistance.

PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol Comonomer) 3D Printing Filament. PETG - 1 kg benefits include Great impact resistance, Natural color is very clear, Excellent chemical resistance for a clear plastic, Perfect for applications that require high durability and clarity.

BC 8165 is a low viscosity, rapid setting, rigid urethane compound. Similar to BC 8163, however exhibits an 8 to 10 minute working time. This system will cure quickly to a hard, tough, impact resistant casting. BC 8165 is non-sensitive to moisture after cure and will readily bond to itself if stage pours are required. BC 8165 is recommended for thin wall model and prototype applications where a "thermoplastic feel" is desired.

The Hapflex 500 series offers a full range of soft durometers, from 45 - 95 Shore A, while the Hapflex 600 series yields harder durometers on the Shore D scale ranging from 50 - 70 Shore D. All are relatively fast, room curing, flexible systems that do not require post curing, but can be accelerated with moderate heat for faster curing. Most Hapflex 500 & 600 products are offered in 2 speeds: a standard 30-45 minute working time, and a 3-6 minute working time for fast demold.The Hapflex elastomers are low viscosity, making them easy to handle and pour, yet still provide precise duplications of surface details surface finishes.In addition, the Hapflex elastomers are virtually shock resistant and unbreakable, making them exceptionally well suited for permanent molds, parts or master patterns that will not crack or chip during use or storage. A major advantage is the superior abrasion resistance properties of the Hapflex elastomers.Precision tracing patterns, roll coverings, fixtures, flexible parts, forming dies, bending tools, and a variety of foundry applications are just a few examples of Hapflex applications.

Detroit Body Filler 72225 is a isophthalic, fiberglass reinforced, polyester adhesive. This material should be used where a bonding putty is required. It can also be used to radius, fill or for fairing. 72225 spreads and feathers smoothly.

Volaprint Nylon EL Antistatic / conductive nylon polymer.

DuraPro ASA Red is a weatherproof and UV-resistant copolymer developed for industrial applications. It is characterized by high process reliability and is ideally suited for mechanically highly stressed components. The material is electrically insulating. DuraPro ASA is optimized for good layer adhesion, thermal stability, better flow properties and lower warping tendencies. The raw material is approved according to the REACH-, RoHS- and FDA-Standards.

Luvocom® 3F PAHT 9825 NT Filament is a unreinforced High-temperature polyamide. Its water uptake takes about 4 times longer to reach the saturation point compared to unmodified PA6, also its saturation point is 5 times lower than conventional PA6 materials. This particular engineering polymer grade is tailored made for the 3D printing industry to match the injection molding strength requirements and focusing on the serial production of end-parts. The filament can be used on conventional FFF / FDM 3D printing systems due to the enhanced printability, improved layer bonding and the unrequired use of a heated chamber.

Evopreg® EPT120 tooling prepregs are designed to help composite tooling manufacturers improve the flexibility and efficiency of their tooling manufacturing operations, by providing a combination of extended out-life and flexible curing cycles. With an out-life of 21 days, Evopreg® EPT120 prepregs are ideally suited to the production of larger, more complex tools, or to the batch production of multiple tools, ahead of a single (e.g. Weekly) scheduled cure. For applications where rapid turnaround is critical, Evopreg® EPT120 prepregs can be fully cured in a single-shot ramped cure. The prepregs can be supplied with a range of reinforcement fibers and fabric constructions. They require low pressure autoclave processing for optimum surface finish and are suitable for a range of applications including automotive, motorsport, sporting goods and general industrial.

BC 8163 is a very low viscosity, rapid setting, rigid urethane compound. This system will cure quickly to a hard, tough, impact resistant casting. BC 8163 is non-sensitive to moisture after cure and will readily bond to itself if stage pours are required. The one-to-one volume mix ratio makes the system readily adaptable for machine mixing and dispensing. BC 8163 is recommended in applications where a "thermoplastic feel" is desired.

RG 1102 L is a Polypropylene Homopolymer With General Extrusion Additivation. It is used in Extrusion and Injection Molding Applications, Raffia, Tapes, MonoFilaments, Diary Products

Syndant MCA15 is non-halogenated flame retardants for polyamide, glass fiber modified polyamide, polyurethane foam and polyester, especially polyamide, which is suitable for processing of sorts.

The Hapflex 500 series offers a full range of soft durometers, from 45 - 95 Shore A, while the Hapflex 600 series yields harder durometers on the Shore D scale ranging from 50 - 70 Shore D. All are relatively fast, room curing, flexible systems that do not require post curing, but can be accelerated with moderate heat for faster curing. Most Hapflex 500 & 600 products are offered in 2 speeds: a standard 30-45 minute working time, and a 3-6 minute working time for fast demold.The Hapflex elastomers are low viscosity, making them easy to handle and pour, yet still provide precise duplications of surface details surface finishes.In addition, the Hapflex elastomers are virtually shock resistant and unbreakable, making them exceptionally well suited for permanent molds, parts or master patterns that will not crack or chip during use or storage. A major advantage is the superior abrasion resistance properties of the Hapflex elastomers.Precision tracing patterns, roll coverings, fixtures, flexible parts, forming dies, bending tools, and a variety of foundry applications are just a few examples of Hapflex applications.Available in Flame Retardant

Silpak RU-435TH is a two-component, 100% solids Urethane Elastomer RTV that becomes thixotropic within minutes for creating thin, brush-on bladder molds within hours. Once cured, this urethane RTV provides a strong, durable mold with excellent tear strength. Use to create thin, flexible molds for easier de-molding or use to cut mold cost through minimizing material usage. Applications include mold making for the art, architectural, and foundry industries. Note: A Mother Mold, usually made of plaster, fiberglass or Trowel-On 60 (Thixotropic Plastic), is used to help support thin bladder mold.

HYTAC® C1R is a toughened copolymer thermoset syntactic foam modified to provide high friction and the highest durability of any copolymer syntactic foam. Relatively new to the market (introduced in 2012) it has gained popularity for deep draw or zero draft application areas where high friction is needed. C1R was featured in the show daily at NPE 2015 after successful trials with Milliken Chemical and uVu Technologies demonstrated superior performance with transparent PP. Excellent surface characteristics are obtained straight from machining and may be easily modified with sandpaper to carry more or less material into the mold as needed. It may be polished to a very smooth surface when necessary for working with transparent plastics.

REL 99 is a silicon-based liquid release agent in a single component package that is designed to be applied directly to mold surfaces in single or multiple coat applications, allowing for quick and easy release of molded articles while maintaining mold protection. REL 99 is also recommended for in-mold applications where color stability and high temperature exotherm protection are required.

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.

MoldWiz® INT-619 - A process aid, resin additive that will improve flow properties while maintaining MFI. Will also enhance dispersion of other resin additives (reinforcements, fillers, pigments, etc.); increase through-put; reduce cycle time; permit effective processing/molding at lower temperatures and pressures. May be used to improve the surface appearance and scratch resistance of molded parts. An effective addition of process aid additive will not have any adverse effect on the cured resin or interfere with secondary operations such as printing, painting or bonding.

Nanovia PA-6 CFcarbon fibers reducing shrinkage (warping), makes it possible to print polyamide (nylon) more simply and quickly. This FDM filament is perfectly suited to printing mechanical parts with a shock absorption capacity and good heat resistance up to 100°C. Nanovia PA-6 CF is widely used in industry, especially automotive. It is thus used to produce functional prototypes, mechanical parts or even hinges or cogs.

ZC 30-120 is a Condensation silicone (TIN curing agent) which has low viscosity, high mechanical resistance. It appears in whitish color and used in mold making.

This product is a polyurethane system. The processing is preferably made in customary vacuum pouring plant. Manual processing possible. Mouldmaterial: we recommend silicone molds, for example Silastic® RTV 4234-T4O.

RAKU® TOOL EL-2200 is a multipurpose, laminating and back filling resin with a viscosity of 1000–1300 mPas.

MB 1150 is an Avocado colored rigid closed-cell polyurethane foam tooling and modeling board. MB 1150 is low density foam of approximately 15lbs/ft³ board. Easily cut using CNC machining equipment or by hand the MB 1150 is perfectly suited for temporary master models, architectural design models, foundry patterns as well as design verification and prototype tools.