Products in 3D Printing Polymers: Tooling

SABIC's Specialties Business LNP THERMOCOMP AC004XXAR1 compound is based on Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) resin containing 20% carbon fiber for Large Format Additive Manufacturing (LFAM) applications. Added features of this grade include: Higher Stiffness vs. glass fiber, Easy Processing, Low warp and Good Print Surface quality, making them a good candidate material for a broad range of applications and tooling, including thermoforming and vacuum-forming.FeaturesCost EffectiveEasier ProcessingGood PrintabilityGood ProcessabilityHigh StiffnessLow WarpageVacuum FormingApplications3D PrintingAdditive Manufacturing This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business LNP™ THERMOCOMP™ AM Compound AF004XXAR1 is a top-quality material based on acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) resin containing 20% glass fiber specifically designed for large format additive manufacturing (LFAM) applications. This grade is easy to process, has low warp, and provides excellent print surface quality, making it an ideal candidate for a broad range of applications and tooling, including thermoforming and vacuum forming. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

Liqcreate Composite-X is an extremely rigid and high-performance reinforced nano-micro composite resin for SLA, DLP & LCD/MSLA in the range of 385 - 420nm. Perfect for rapid tooling, wind tunnel testing, and industrial applications.Liqcreate Composite-X is one of the stiffest and strongest material available in the market. It has a flexural modulus of over 9000 MPa and flexural strength of 150 - 170 MPa. The material can be used after UV-post curing, or the properties can be boosted with a thermal cure. This material has features like excellent chemical resistance, high strength, and high stiffness.

The Nanovia PEI filament, based on Ultem 1010 plastics, allows for high heat resistance and thermal stability. Nanovia PEI is resistant to autoclave operation, sterilization cycles, and adapted for tooling able to resist high temperatures. It is perfectly suited for industrial applications in high temperature environments and composite tooling.

Essentium 9085 is a high performance polyetherimide blend made with SABIC ULTEMTM 9085 resin. Essentium 9085 has excellent long term temperature performance and toughness. The base resin meets FAR 25.853 and OSU 65/65 for flammability, heat release, smoke density and toxicity. Parts printed from Essentium 9085 are ideal for aerospace, automotive, and industrial components that must meet strict requirements for strength, temperature performance, and flammability.

Nanovia ABS AF combines good inter layer adhesion, dimensional control, and shock resistant making it ideal for tooling.

Ultimaker PETG sets the standard for industrial applications. Easy to use and versatile, it’s the best PETG on the market for Ultimaker 3D printers, and is suitable for a wide range of use cases.

Elogio AM PLA Filament (Polylactic Acid) is a biodegradable plastic coming from renewable organic resources (corn starch or sugarcane). PLA Filament is recyclable but can also be biological decomposed in composting plants.PLA is a polyester that is built from several lactic acid units. It is colorless and transparent. PLA has a density of about 1.25 kg/cm3. Polymers made of lactic acid are flammable.

Z-ESD is a material which perfectly fits the needs of the industrial sector, especially the electrical and electronics industries. It is durable, warpage resistant, and provides protection against electrostatic discharge which can be particularly damaging to electronic equipment. This unique property can significantly help to reduce the loss of electronic components and generate savings. Z-ESD allows you to print functional objects, elements and casings containing highly sensitive electronics, and tools used for control processes.

Ultimaker Nylon used by many manufacturers worldwide. Nylon is well known forits impressive durability, high strength-to-weight ratio, flexibility,low friction, and corrosion resistance. Enjoy a seamless 3D printingexperience due to the reduced humidity absorption when compared toother Nylon filaments.

PETG Carbon Filament is a Polyethylene Terephthalate reinforced with carbon fibers. Due to the carbon fibers compounded in the PETG you can create 3D printed parts with exceptional stiffness, great dimensional stability and excellent suface quality. This filament is highly suitable for printing a wide range of industrial applications like frames, drones, tools, parts for the automotive and more.

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.

ABS KEVLAR has been designed for 3D printing by a precise formulation of aramid fibers into ABS materials. The aramid fibers assuring dimensional stability ,preventing the printed object to warp and even make the printed object lighter than regular ABS.

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.

ABS AF Carbon fiber reinforced benefits from better mechanical properties compared to native ABS, and allows for less warping and as a result, easier printing.

Z-ULTRAT is a material characterized by high impact resistance, which gives your models a uniform surface texture. This all-purpose material allows you to 3D print elements requiring durability, such as end-use parts, which, after continued use, keep their initial shape over time. With Z-ULTRAT, you can produce objects with properties comparable to those of models manufactured using injection molding technology, including functional prototypes, test casings, and mechanical parts. Z-ULTRAT allows you to test your tailor-made projects in unlimited ways, in one of twenty-two shades.

Z-NYLON is a versatile and strong 3D printing filament resistant to high temperatures and various chemicals. It can be post-processed with tools meant for machining metals. Z-NYLON is hard to break and easy to paint as it can be colored with commonly used, acid-based clothing dyes. The filament quickly absorbs moisture and should be stored in a water-proof bag with a moisture absorber. As all nylon-based materials, Z-NYLON has a relatively high shrinkage so it is not advisable to use it for 3D printing large geometric shapes with steep slopes. To reduce the shrinkage, it is recommended to work with HEPA Cover attached on the M Series Plus 3D printers.

Zortrax Zortrax Resin Tough White/Gray is an ABS-like photopolymer resin with distinctive properties targeted at both professionals and hobbyists. It allows users to produce models with smooth surfaces and sharp details, which is crucial when assembling multiple items into one object. Thanks to the resin’s low shrinkage, separate elements of movable parts, functional prototypes, or action figurines match each other perfectly.

VisiJet M5-MX Plastic Materials - offer engineered plastic performance for durability and stability ideal for functional testing and rapid tooling applications. These materials also provide true plastic look and feel for a vast array of prototyping and end use applications.

Formlabs Tough 2000 is the strongest and stiffest material in our functional family of Tough and Durable Resins.

Zortrax Resin Tough Clear is a unique photopolymer resin that allows makers to successfully print translucent and glass-like objects. The resin is tough, impact resistance, and offers smooth surfaces. 3D prints can mimic glass in designs where visual aspects are important for the project’s assessment. Resin Tough Clear has no pungent odor.

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.

An engineered plastic performance for durability and stability ideal for functional testing and rapid tooling applications. This material also provides true plastic look and feel for a vast array of prototyping and end use applications. VisiJet Crystal is USP Class VI certified for approved medical applications.

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.

Asiga FusionGRAY is a high temperature material for injection mold tooling inserts. It reduce time to market with FusionGRAY for rapid tooling and digital manufacturing. It is resistant to temperatures to to 160°C / 320°F with excellent compressive strength. The Layer thickness range from 10 microns.

Elogio AM ABS Filament is a thermoplastic and a copolymer that is used for rigid objects. It consists of 5-30% Butadiene, around 50% Styrene and the rest is Acrylonitrile. ABS is a strong material with high toughness and impact resistance. The maximum operating temperature is between 85 °C and 100 °C, depending on the modifications. The minimum operating temperature is -35 °C. ABS is a flammable polymer to which flame retardant can be added. It is also subject to aging by being exposed to the weather conditions (UV light, oxygen, moisture, heat) because Polybutadiene stimulates the oxidation of Polystyrene. This causes discolouration and the plastic loses its mechanical strength. In order to improve this UV stabilizers can be added.