3D printing Materials Used in FDM
- Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
- ABS-M30i
- ULTEM 1010
- ULTEM 9085
- NYLON 6
- NYLON 12
- NYLON 12 CF
- Polylactic acid (PLA)
- ASA
- Polycarbonate (PC)
- Polycarbonate-ISO (PC-ISO)
Applications
- Props & cosplay items
- Functional prototypes
- Physical replicas of medical models
- Prosthetics
- Concept models
- Pre-surgical models
- Tools, jigs, and fixtures
- Customized domestic products
Stereolithography was the first-ever 3D printing technology to be developed and it is still widely used today. This technique creates a final product with the appropriate three-dimensional shape by fusing tiny, powdered particles of various materials such as plastic, metal, ceramic, or glass.
SLA 3D printers use a laser to polymerize liquid resin, turning it into a stiff plastic that forms the shape of the final product layer by layer. The resulting prototypes can achieve high-precision, isotropic, and waterproof qualities, and exhibit delicate features and a beautiful surface finish in a variety of sophisticated materials. As a result, SLA resin 3D printers have become increasingly popular in the industry.
3D Printing Materials Used in SLA
- ABS resin plastic
- Accura 25
- Transparent resin plastic
- White Soft Resin(flexible)
- Temperature resin plastic
Applications
- Snap-fit assemblies
- Exhibition or display models
- Designer Models
- Concept-based prototypes
- Dental models
- Rapid tooling, jigs & fixtures
- Transparent coverings
- Investment casting patterns
- Molds and casting patterns
Selective laser sintering (SLS) is one of the most widely used additive manufacturing processes, which employs a powerful laser to fuse tiny powdered pieces of plastic, ceramics, metals, or glass into a mass with the appropriate three-dimensional shape. The process uses a powerful laser to heat and fuse small polymer powder particles into a hard mass, with the unfused powder acting as support for the part during printing.
SLS is particularly well-suited for producing intricate geometries, including internal cavities, flimsy walls, and undercuts. This printing method does not require support structures, which makes it a more efficient process. SLS-printed products have exceptional mechanical qualities and can achieve strength comparable to that of injection-molded components.
3D Printing Materials Used in SLS
- Nylon PA2200
- Flexible PEBA 2301 Plastics
- Glass Filled Nylon PA3200
- Alumide
- Nylon 12 Powder
- Nylon 11 Powder
- Nylon 12 GF
- Nylon 11 CF Powder
Applications
- Medical device prototyping
- Prosthetics and orthotics like limb replacements and braces
- Mockups of existing products
- Custom automotive or motorcycle parts
- Replacement parts
- Aftermarket parts
- End-use parts
- Surgical models and tools
- Spare parts
Polyjet Printing
Polyjet technology is an advanced 3D printing system that combines the advantages of both plastic and powder-based methods. It offers the ability to create thin walls and sophisticated geometries using a broad range of materials available with any technology. This technology can achieve microscopic layer accuracy and precision down to 0.014 mm, making it one of the most precise 3D printing technologies available.
Polyjet technology provides the most power, efficiency, dependability, reliability, and versatility in a single print. It can produce prototypes with exceptional style, substance, and accuracy, making it a popular choice for designers, engineers, and manufacturers. Additionally, polyjet printing generates precise and smudge-free prototypes, tools, and parts, further enhancing its appeal in the industry.
3D printing Materials Used in Polyjet Printing
- Digital ABS plus
- Vero White
- Agilus 30
- RGD 450
- Basic Vero
- Vero Clear
- MED 610
Applications
- Rapid prototyping
- Replicas of human organs
- Concept modeling
- Prototyping for complex parts
- Preclinical testing parts
- Zero slip or soft surfaces
- Prosthetic limbs
- Flexible, rubber-like models
Multi-Jet Modeling (MJM)
The MJM (Multi-Jet Modeling) process utilizes photopolymers that are cured using UV light to create 3D printed objects. The process involves stacking multiple layers of photopolymer on top of one another, which are then cured using UV light to form a solid object.
In MJM, a printer with one or more nozzles is used to coat concrete surfaces with liquid acrylic polymer layers. The printhead follows predefined instructions, generated using a CAD model, to complete the production of each layer. The technique completely eliminates the need for manual labor during support removal.
MJM is capable of producing high-quality 3D printed objects with a comprehensive matte finish, even for delicate features and intricate internal cavities. This technique allows for precise control over the size, shape, and texture of the final product, without causing any harm to the object during production.
3D Printing Materials Used in MJM Technology
- Transparent Acrylic
- Frosted Details
- UV Cured Acrylic Plastics
- Castable Wax
Applications
- High-detail and intricate components
- Precise mold and casting templates
- Design prototypes
- Filigreed concept-based models
- Models with thin walls
- High-end model making
- Models with a delicate design
The process of Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) involves using a powerful laser beam controlled by a computer to melt and fuse layers of metallic powder together in 3D printing. This technology is ideal for producing low-volume products without investing time and money on tooling. DMLS parts can be digitally stored and manufactured on-demand, reducing inventory costs and increasing design options.
The final products produced using DMLS are precise, have superb surface quality, and possess mechanical attributes that are almost comparable to wrought metals. DMLS is one of two powder bed fusion (PBF) methods, with the other being Selective Laser Melting (SLM). Both methods use laser beams to melt a specific pattern of metal powder, constructing complex parts using advanced metal alloys by repeating the process in consecutive levels.
DMLS and SLM are relatively equivalent to one another, with subtle differences in their process. However, they both offer a range of benefits, including the ability to produce intricate designs with high precision, mechanical strength, and surface finish, making them an excellent choice for various applications in the manufacturing industry.
3D Printing Materials Used in DMLS
- Stainless Steel 316L
- Titanium
- NickelAlloy IN625
- NickelAlloy IN718
- MS1 Steel
- Cobalt Chrome
Applications
- Functional prototypes
- Die and Mold Inserts
- End-use parts
- Custom Implants
- Waveguides
- Prototyping of production-grade materials
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF)
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) is a 3D printing process that utilizes powdered thermoplastics to rapidly manufacture intricate and finely detailed objects. MJF 3D printing services have rapidly become the preferred additive manufacturing (AM) solution for industrial applications because they can produce components with superior tensile strength, precise feature resolution, and well-defined mechanical characteristics in a timely and reliable manner.
3D Printing Materials Used in MJF
- HP Premium Nylon PA12
- PA11
- PA12GB
Applications
- Functional prototypes
- End-use parts
- Engine housing
- Bellow
- Baffles
- Jigs and fixtures
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