FDM Additive Technology

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How does it work?

FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) creates parts by extruding and depositing thermoplastic materials in layers. Once a layer of heated filament is extruded, the build plate lowers, and the process repeats until finished.

Benefits

High strength materials

Excellent mechanical and thermal properties

Materials with good ESD properties

Chemical resistant materials

Flexible TPU material

Part size up to 36 inches

Applications

Production Parts

Manufacture durable parts for low-volume and short-run applications, or high-volume complex designs.

Jigs and Fixtures

Produce lightweight, consolidated, and customized parts for tooling applications.

Functional Prototypes

Parts designed mechanically, thermally, and chemically strong for concept models, and early prototyping.

Technical Data

Layer Thickness 0.005 – 0.02 in

Accuracy/Tolerance ± 0.004 - 0.054 in

Max Single Size Part 36 x 24 x 36”

*Accuracy/tolerance may vary with part geometry, dimensions, and build orientation
*Numbers are based on published Stratasys data

Material Options

Material color limited by material selection: Black, White, Natural
ABS-M30: Natural, White, Black, Blue, Red, Gray

ABS-CF10 ABS-CF10

Stronger and more rigid than standard ABS
Accurate
Reliable
Repeatable

ABS-ESD7 ABS-ESD7

Outstanding ESD properties
Great durability
Good strength

ABS-M30 ABS-M30

Stronger than standard ABS
High and coarse resolutions
Variety of color options

ANTERO 800NA ANTERO 800NA

Excellent mechanical properties
Great chemical and wear resistance
Consistent ESD performance

ANTERO 840CN03 ANTERO 840CN03

Excellent mechanical properties
Consistent ESD properties mechanical properties

ASA ASA

Excellent aesthetics
Great heat and fade resistance
Variety of UV-safe, colored materials

NYLON 12 NYLON 12

Resistance to moderate solvents
Good impact resistance
High fatigue resistance

NYLON 12CF NYLON 12CF

Great stiffness-to-weight ratio
Excellent thermal and chemical resistance
High strength

NYLON 6 NYLON 6

Excellent tensile strength and toughness
Great impact strength

PC-ABS PC-ABS

Excellent impact strength
High-temperature resistance
Good flexibility

PC-ISO PC-ISO

Biocompatible
High-temperature resistance
Excellent tensile strength

Polycarbonate (PC) Polycarbonate (PC)

High tensile and flexural strength
Durable and stable
Accurate

TPU 92A TPU 92A

Superior toughness and durability
Abrasion resistance
High elongation

ULTEM 1010 ULTEM 1010

Highest tensile strength
Highest chemical and thermal resistance
Biocompatible

ULTEM 9085 ULTEM 9085

Flame, smoke, and toxicity-rated
High strength-to-weight ratio
Great thermal and chemical resistance

Post Processing

Standard finish is “as printed”

Other post-processing options available:

Threaded inserts installed

Large assemblies glued together and finished

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