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Consultative Design Analysis
MFG 360
October 22, 2020

Consultative Design Analysis Prepares Parts for Production

Our new consultative design service addresses design feedback and gets your parts ready for manufacturability within our automated system.
By Nicole Hopper
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Fluid handling microfluidics part
Materials Science
June 24, 2020

VALOX 357 Boasts Strong Chemical, Heat Resistance for Plastic Parts

The Polybutylene Terephthalate’s strong resistance, stability, and processability make it a versatile plastic useful in a variety industries.
By Nicole Hopper
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Glass-filled thermoplastic part
Materials Science
April 27, 2020

Fortron 1140L4 PPS Offers High Strength, Resistance for Molded Parts

Fortron’s heat and chemical resistance, electrical properties, and rigidity make it an ideal plastic for the automotive or electronic industries.
By Nicole Hopper
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Medical-grade materials
Tech Tips
April 10, 2020

Medical-Grade Materials Play Vital Role in Product Development, Fight Against COVID-19

Medical-grade materials play vital role in product development and fight against COVID-19
By Protolabs
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Lexan 940 for injection molding
Materials Science
March 27, 2020

Lexan 940 Offers Good Looks and Strength for Molded Parts

Lexan 940 resin continues to be a staple polycarbonate (PC) used for injection molding.
By Steve Konick
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Delrin part examples
Materials Science
January 28, 2020

Delrin Material Properties Offer Strong, Versatile Plastic Alternative to Metal

Consider Delrin as an excellent plastic replacement for metal because of its strength, versatility.
By Protolabs
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Injection Molding: Aluminum vs. Steel Tooling
Tech Tips
May 30, 2017

Injection Molding: Aluminum vs. Steel Tooling

A comparison between aluminum and steel tooling for injection-molded parts.
By Tony Holtz
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High-Temperature Thermoplastics
Tech Tips
May 25, 2017

The Characteristics of High-Temperature Thermoplastics

High-performance materials can be molded to produce parts that can withstand extreme temperatures.
By Tony Holtz
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on-demand injection molding service facility
Tech Tips
May 10, 2017

The Benefits of Using TPU in Elastomeric Part Designs

So, you’re designing a part that requires flexibility and you need to choose a material.
By Protolabs
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