FDM

What is it? The FDM technology is a hot additive manufacturing system, which involves the use of a filament of plastic material properly distributed, so as to obtain a product of excellent structure, extremely high performance and immediately usable for testing and production.

Through this technology we have the possibility to build not only prototypes, but also parts that are directly put on the market. According to the type of plastic material that will be used, the models will assume different technical and mechanical characteristics.

We currently have 4 machines with this technology.

MATERIALS
ABS - PC - PC-ABS - ASA - NYLON CARBON FIBER - ULTEM™ 1010 - ULTEM™ 9085 - TPU

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

HP MJF (Multi Jet Fusion)

What is it? Multi Jet Fusion technology is certainly the most innovative 3D printing technique. In fact, it is based on a process called Thermal Inkjet, a multi-agent printing that acts by surface and not in a punctiform way. The three-dimensional object comes to life in successive steps: first the material, spread evenly on a plate in the form of powder, is heated through special lamps, then we proceed with the application of two chemical agents, respectively one of fusion, which contributes to the solidification of the powder in the points where it is necessary that they melt, and one of detail that defines the geometry of the piece based on the instructions of the file.

All this allows very high productivity, high dimensional accuracy (thanks to 80 micron layers) and no geometric constraints (no supports needed), as well as the use of high performance materials.

We currently have 2 machines with this technology.

MATERIALS:
PA12 - PA-12 GB (Glass Beads) - TPA

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

SLA (Stereolithography)

What is it? Also known as SLA, StereoLithography Apparatus, Stereolithography is a rapid cold lamination process of photosensitive liquid resins.

This technique involves the use of a tank of photopolymer resin that, through a UV laser beam acting selectively on the surface of the material, polymerized and then solidified instantly in thin layers (layers).

The layer of hardened material corresponds to a cross-section of the final product which is then built up sheet by sheet, from the bottom upwards.

We currently have 3 machines with this technology.

MATERIALS:
SOMOS® TAURUS - SOMOS® EVOLVE 128 - SOMOS® WATERSHED XC 11122

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

DLP (Digital Light Processing)

What is it? DLP (Direct Light Processing) printing technology is based on photopolymerization of resin. It uses a digital projection screen to flash the image of each layer across the entire platform. The resin layer, hit by the light beam of the projector, hardens simultaneously in all the points belonging to the same layer.

This process allows the creation of parts with maximum precision and surface finish, in addition to the use of different high-performance materials.

MATERIALS:
HI TEMP 300-AMB - HIGH TEMP 150C FR BLACK - PRO-BLK 10 - RUBBER 65A BLK

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

COMPOSITE MATERIALS

This process allows the creation of parts with maximum precision and surface finish, in addition to the use of different high-performance materials.

MATERIALS:
HI TEMP 300-AMB - HIGH TEMP 150C FR BLACK - PRO-BLK 10 - RUBBER 65A BLK

MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Materials

FDM

ABS

ABS is a widely used material in FDM printers. It is characterized by its impact resistance and strength, while being a lightweight material. It is an ideal material for both production and general purpose 3D printing applications, such as shape and fit checks, functional prototyping, and production tooling.

NYLON CARBON FIBER

Nylon 12 Carbon Fiber (Nylon CF) FDM combines nylon 12 with carbon fiber fragments (35%) to achieve the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio and tensile strength of any FDM material.

It is primarily used in the automotive industry and due to its excellent structural characteristics is the perfect material as a metal replacement.

PC

It is one of the most widely used thermoplastic materials in industry. It is used in 3D Printing Technologies for the production of functional prototypes, thermoforming molds, production equipment and final components. It is a durable and stable material with excellent thermal and mechanical properties. It enables the fabrication of end parts that require good tensile strength and high temperature resistance.

ULTEM™ 1010

ULTEM™ 1010 is a high-performance polyetherimide (PEI) thermoplastic. It has high heat resistance, while having the lowest coefficient of thermal expansion among FDM materials.
For special medical and food applications, ULTEM™ 1010 CG (certified grade) comes with additional documentation that it meets industry standards for biocompatibility ISO 10993 and USP Class VI and NSF 51 food safety requirements.

PC-ABS

PC-ABS combines the high strength of ABS with the technical and mechanical characteristics of Polycarbonate. The result is a thermoplastic with high impact resistance and excellent resistance to traction and high temperatures. It is a material suitable for all those applications where good mechanical qualities and excellent surface finish are required. It is mainly used for the realization of robust and functional tooling, as well as for production parts.

ULTEM™ 9085

ULTEM™ 9085 is a high-performance flame retardant material that enables the creation of functional prototypes and production parts for FST-rated and certified applications.
Due to its superior mechanical performance and high strength-to-weight ratio, Ultem 9085 is suitable for the production of end-use components in the aerospace and automotive industries.

ASA

ASA (acrylonitrile styrene acrylate) filament is a multipurpose thermoplastic perfect for 3D printing, suitable for many different applications. It has a chemical composition similar to ABS plastic but with three improvements: optimized mechanical properties, superior aesthetics and UV resistance. Available in different colors.

TPU

TPU is a thermoplastic polyurethane that combines flexibility and strength.
This elastomer's main characteristics are its ability to stretch with abrasion and tear resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of applications

HP MJF

PA12

Nylon 12 is a highly reusable thermoplastic with excellent physical and mechanical properties.
It is suitable for the production of durable, cost-effective, high-quality components.
It has excellent chemical resistance to oils, greases, aliphatic and alkaline hydrocarbons.

TPA

TPA is a highly reusable elastomer ideal for the production of flexible, lightweight parts.
It is possible to produce flexible functional parts with high rebound resilience and excellent elongation and breakage resistance capabilities.

PA-12 GB (Glass Beads)

PA-12 GB is a 40% glass filled nylon, which therefore has superior mechanical properties to PA-12 in stiffness and thermal resistance.
It is ideal for producing rigid, dimensionally stable, quality parts..

SLA

SOMOS® TAURUS

Somos® Taurus offers the combination of thermal and mechanical performance not previously possible with stereolithography materials. Its strength combined with a charcoal gray appearance makes it ideal for the most demanding functional prototyping and even end-use applications. Parts printed with this material are easy to finish and have excellent surface quality.

SOMOS® WATERSHED XC 11122

Somos® WaterShed XC 11122 is a clear resin ideal for designers seeking ABS and PBT-like properties for stereolithography technology. It produces highly detailed parts with superior clarity and water resistance.

SOMOS® EVOLVE 128

Somos® EvoLVe 128 is a durable stereolithography material that produces accurate, highly detailed parts and is designed for easy finishing. White in color, it has a look and feel almost indistinguishable from traditional finished thermoplastics, making it perfect for building end-use parts or prototypes for functional test applications.

DLP

HI TEMP 300-AMB

HI TEMP 300-AMB is an ultra-high temperature resistant plastic for use in applications requiring high heat resistance. The heat deformation temperature at both low and high stresses is 300°C.

PRO-BLK 10

PRO-BLK 10 is a rigid, heat-resistant black resin with excellent mechanical properties and long-term environmental stability. Excellent surface quality and repeatability make it suitable for direct moldless production of parts requiring high precision and finish.

HIGH TEMP 150C FR BLACK

It is a black, rigid, high-temperature (150°), flame-retardant material that can be used for production parts that require compliance with UL94 V0 and FAR 25.853 and 23.853.

RUBBER 65A BLK

RUBBER 65A BLK is a high-performance rubber with tear resistance combined with Shore 65A hardness and high elongation at break. It complies with UL94 HB flammability test standards. We currently have 2 machines with this technology.

COMPOSITES

SILICONE RUBBERS

Silicone rubbers are the result of several experiments carried out by Sinthesi Engineering that have allowed to develop a prototyping system that allows to obtain products with characteristics very similar to those of the articles that will be mass produced. It is also possible to realize plastic parts with overmolding in soft material.

PROTO-METAL

PROTO-METAL is a composite consisting of a plastic core covered with a thin metal layer. It has the aesthetic and mechanical characteristics of metal but has a much lower weight. It is a perfect material for metal replacement.