Advanced Photopolymers for 3D Printing
Our DLS and HPS technologies deliver high-quality 3D-printed parts
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Beyond Prototyping
When your project requires advanced mechanical properties beyond stereolithography (SLA) and PolyJet, explore our advanced photopolymer materials unlocked by Carbon DLS and Axtra3D Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS) technologies. HPS leverages the best features of our popular Carbon digital light synthesis (DLS) printers, such as speed, near-isotropic parts, and smooth surface finish, but adds the greater speed and higher resolution of stereolithography (SLA). HPS and Carbon DLS are worth a close look for manufacturing of your project.
Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS)
HPS technology integrates both a precision laser and a digital light processing (DLP) system to simultaneously image internal and external structures. This dual approach allows the Axtra3D printer to overcome traditional limitations and produce exceptionally detailed parts with unmatched speed and quality.
Common applications for HPS are:
- High accuracy features for testing and validation.
- Production grade parts with excellent throughput.
- Glass-like surface finishes for cosmetic prototypes.
Carbon DLS
Carbon DLS (digital light synthesis) is an industrial 3D printing process that creates functional, end-use parts with mechanically isotropic properties and smooth surface finishes. You can choose from both rigid and flexible polyurethane materials to meet your application needs for high impact-resistance components.
Common application for Carbon DLS are:
- Complex designs that are challenging to mold
- Need for isotropic mechanical properties and smooth surface finish
- Production parts in materials comparable to ABS or polycarbonate
- Durable components for end use
Compare Material Properties
| Material | Color | Tensile Strength | Tensile Modulus | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon FPU 50 | Black | 4 ksi | 100 ksi | 200% |
| Carbon EPX 86FR | Black | 13 ksi | 480 ksi | 10% |
| Tough Black | Black | 7.4 ksi | 262 ksi | 43% |
| Ceramic-Filled | Off-white | 12.6 ksi | 1,537 ksi | 1.30% |
| Material | Color | Tensile Strength | Tensile Modulus | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon FPU 50 | Black | 27.6 MPa | 690 MPa | 200% |
| Carbon EPX 86FR | Black | 90 MPa | 3300 MPa | 10% |
| Tough Black | Black | 51 MPa | 1,806 MPa | 10% |
| Ceramic-Filled | Off-white | 87 MPa | 10,597 MPa | 1.30% |
These figures are approximate and dependent on a number of factors, including but not limited to, machine and process parameters. The information provided is therefore not binding and not deemed to be certified. When performance is critical, also consider independent lab testing of additive materials or final parts.
| Unfinished
Dots, or standing nibs, remain evident on the bottom of the part from the support structure remnants. |
| Natural (Default) Supported surfaces are sanded down to eliminate support nibs. |
| Custom Secondary options include a primer or paint that can be applied as well as taps and inserts. |
Surface Finish on Carbon DLS Parts
Shown below is a Carbon DLS part built with RPU 70 Rigid Polyurethane in normal resolution (0.004 in.).
Unfinished
With unfinished, you get varying aesthetics based on build orientation. Dots or standing nibs remain evident on the bottom of the part from the support structure remnants.
Natural Finish
With natural finishing, you get varying aesthetics based on build orientation. Standing nibs are sanded flat.
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