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Unlock Tooling-Free Production With 3D Printing
With Xometry, you can access advanced 3D printing technologies such as Carbon DLS™ and Nexa3D LSPc®, which offer industry-leading printing speeds and quality. Combined with a vast selection of engineering-grade photopolymer materials, these technologies can create parts that will hold up to end-use applications and environments. With production printing, there is no need to invest in expensive tools or molds, which means economic parts are in your hands more quickly than traditional production processes like injection molding.
Our production photopolymers are excellent choices for parts from various industries, including:
- Medical & Dental
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Robotics & Electronics
- And more!
Additive Production Processes
Some photopolymer printing technologies, such as Stereolithography (SLA) and PolyJet, are excellent for creating detailed prototypes or lifelike concept models; however, they are not typically suitable for end-use or production applications. That is where our Digital Light Synthesis™ (DLS) and Lubricant Sublayer Photo-curing® (LSPc) processes come in. Not only do these technologies print extremely fast and accurately, but their engineering-grade resins cover a wide range of properties that can be chosen to suit your project's specific needs. You can learn more about each of these processes in the section below.
Carbon Digital Light Synthesis™ (DLS™)
Carbon uses digital light projection, oxygen-permeable optics, and programmable liquid resins to produce products with end-use durability, resolution, and surface finish. The digital light synthesis process is continuous, without stopping layer-by-layer, as with most additive manufacturing. This gives the parts isotropic properties, meaning that strength is even regardless of orientation. DLS™ materials are urethane-based or epoxy-based, giving excellent mechanical properties, including elastomer and silicone resins that outperform most additive-manufactured rubber-like materials. Secondary thermal processing steps activate dormant epoxies or urethanes, making them much more robust than UV-curing alone. Along with Carbon's custom liquid resins, this technology unlocks new business opportunities and product designs previously impossible, including mass customization and on-demand inventory of end-use products.
Nexa3D Lubricant Sublayer Photo-curing® (LSPc)
LSPc® uses a LED (light-emitting diode) array as a light source and an LCD (liquid crystal diode) photomask to selectively shape image layers. The images pass through a membrane on which layers of photopolymer resin are cured. The key to Nexa3D's LSPc technology is their proprietary Everlast membrane designed to minimize peel and separation forces during printing. This specialized membrane is chemically inert and flexible. It does not rely on oxygen-permeable elements for lubricity, which enables LSPc technology to print in a wide range of resins with unparalleled speed and efficiency. Nexa3D's open material platform has various engineered materials, most of which do not require additional post-processing steps other than a standard UV cure to achieve final part properties.
Nexa3D LSPc® Resin 3D Printing Service
Carbon Digital Light Synthesis™ (DLS™) 3D Printing Service
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Production Photopolymers Offered By Xometry
Xometry offers a wide selection of photopolymer materials suitable for production parts. Our options comprise specially engineered resins, polyurethane, and epoxies designed for practical end-use applications. The characteristics and properties of each vary greatly, allowing you to select the perfect material for your unique application. The chart below lists our standard production photopolymer options and can help you determine the right choice for your project.
General Purpose
| Material Name | Process | Characterstics | Use Case Examples | Elongation At Break (%) | Data Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Material Name UMA 90 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics Single-cure resin, customizable color options, tougher than most SLA resins | Use Case Examples Prototyping, jigs, fixtures, general purpose | Elongation At Break (%) 17% | Data Sheets |
Material Name RPU 70 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics High flexural strength, tough, moderate heat resistance | Use Case Examples Housings, mechanical features, guides, end-use | Elongation At Break (%) 100% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xABS3843 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Good flexural & elongation, weather resistant | Use Case Examples Housings, brackets, arms and levers, general purpose | Elongation At Break (%) 50% | Data Sheets |
Material Name x45 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Good toughness, fast processing speed | Use Case Examples Rapid prototyping, jigs, general purpose | Elongation At Break (%) >12% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xPRO410 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics High dimensional accuracy, detailed surface finish, rigid and stiff | Use Case Examples Functional prototypes, display models, consumer goods | Elongation At Break (%) 5.5% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xMODEL17 Clear | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics High-clarity clear/translucent, fine detail | Use Case Examples Prototyping, packaging concepts, lighting applications | Elongation At Break (%) 22% | Data Sheets |
Engineered Resin Photopolymers
| Material Name | Process | Characterstics | Use Case Examples | Elongation At Break (%) | Data Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Material Name EPX 82 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics High chemical resistance, impact strength & toughness, good temperature resistance | Use Case Examples Automotive housings and connectors, parts for use in industrial environments | Elongation At Break (%) 5.9% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xPEEK147 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Excellent heat resistance (HDT 230C), very stiff, good toughness | Use Case Examples Tooling and high heat applications, general end-use | Elongation At Break (%) 3% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xESD | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Static-dissipative, stiff and tough | Use Case Examples Electronic housings, electro mechanical, robotics | Elongation At Break (%) 3.8% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xPP405 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics High elongation & toughness, durable, available in clear | Use Case Examples Snap fits, consumer goods, manufacturing aids, packaging | Elongation At Break (%) 100% | Data Sheets |
Material Name FPU 50 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics Excellent elongation, impact and fatigue resistant | Use Case Examples Repetitive stress applications, living hinges, friction fits, clips | Elongation At Break (%) 280% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xCERAMIC3280 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Ceramic composite-filled, excellent rigidity and heat deflection (HDT 280C @ 0.45Mpa) | Use Case Examples Electronic housings and enclosures, wind tunnel testing models, mold tooling | Elongation At Break (%) 0.5% | Data Sheets |
Flexible & Rubber-Like Materials
| Material Name | Process | Characterstics | Use Case Examples | Elongation At Break (%) | Data Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Material Name EPU 40 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics Extremely durable rubber-like, excellent elongation, Shore 68A | Use Case Examples Buttons, grommets, strain reliefs | Elongation At Break (%) 310% | Data Sheets |
Material Name SIL 30 | Process Carbon DLS™ | Characterstics Tear-resistant silicone urethane elastomer, Shore 35A durometer | Use Case Examples Wearable devices, cushioning, gaskets | Elongation At Break (%) 330% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xFLEX402 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Semi-firm rubberlike, good springiness and rebound, Shore 73A durometer | Use Case Examples Bumpers, protective casing, elastomeric inserts | Elongation At Break (%) 230% | Data Sheets |
Material Name xFLEX475 | Process Nexa3D LSPc® | Characterstics Soft rubber-like, tear resistant, Shore 44A durometer | Use Case Examples Shoe midsoles, handle grips, seals, gaskets | Elongation At Break (%) 150% | Data Sheets |
More materials are available! Select "Other" when quoting for custom requests.
Why Choose Xometry for Your Production Needs?
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