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
This type of 3D printing technology sinter tiny particles of polymer powder into a rigid mass using a high-power laser. The unfused powder supports the part during Printing, which removes the need for specific support structures. SLS is great for complex geometries, including internal features, thin walls, and undercuts. SLS-printed items have outstanding mechanical properties, with strength comparable to 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
Stereolithography is the world’s first 3D printing technology, which remains one of the most popular 3D printing methods among experts. With a process called photopolymerization, SLA 3D printers use a laser to convert liquid resin into a rigid plastic. SLA resin 3D printers have become extremely popular due to their capacity to produce high-precision, isotropic, and waterproof prototypes with fine details and a smooth surface finish in a variety of advanced materials.
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
Polyjet technology is a comprehensive 3D printing system that combines the advantages of both plastic as well as powder-based systems. It also offers the best combination of power, efficiency, reliability, quality, and flexibility in a single print. Polyjet is the way to go if you want to give your prototype that extra edge in terms of aesthetics, materials, and precision.
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)
Multi-Jet Modeling method entails layering photopolymers on top of one another and curing them using UV light. MJM prints liquid acrylic polymer layers onto a concrete surface with one or more nozzles using a printhead. Until a layer is completely printed, the printhead follows a specified route (made using a CAD model).
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
Direct metal laser sintering is a 3D printing technique that involves melting and fusing layers of metallic powder together using a computer-controlled high-power laser beam. DMLS is best for low-volume products and when you don’t want to spend time and money on tooling. DMLS parts may be saved digitally and produced on-demand, lowering inventory costs and expanding design options.
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)
A 3D printing technique called Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) uses powdered thermoplastics to quickly build intricate objects that are accurate and finely detailed. MJF 3D printing services have swiftly emerged as the go-to additive manufacturing (AM) solution for industrial applications due to its ability to reliably and quickly provide components with superior tensile strength, precise feature resolution, and well-defined mechanical characteristics.
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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