Materialise has announced the integration of three new industrial-grade materials into its portfolio: Polyamide 12S (PA 12S), Polyamide 11 (PA 11), and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polyamide (PA-CF).
These materials are specifically tailored for use in HP Multi Jet Fusion and fused deposition modeling (FDM) systems, significantly enhancing Materialise’s offerings to encompass a total of 38 materials.
“Our decision to incorporate PA 11, PA 12S, and PA-CF materials into our portfolio reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our customers and empowering them to explore new possibilities and unlock the full potential of industrial 3D printing,” said Pieter Vos, Marketing & Product Director, Materialise.
“We constantly evaluate emerging materials and technologies. The new HP PA 12S is a strong addition, and we are proud to be an early adopter.”
PA 11 stands out for its biocompatibility, durability, and flexibility, making it an ideal choice for medical technology applications such as orthotics, prosthetics, and machinery components. Meanwhile, the recent launch of HP PA 12S, in collaboration with Arkema, positions Materialise as an early adopter, enabling the company to provide clients with a material boasting excellent surface quality and dimensional accuracy, particularly suitable for volume prototyping and consumer goods applications.
Furthermore, PA-CF, a thermoplastic filament reinforced with 35% chopped carbon fiber by weight, emerges as a compelling alternative to heavier metal components. Its exceptional flexural strength and stiffness-to-weight ratio render it particularly suitable for industries such as industrial machinery, aerospace, and automotive.
Scheduled for release in the coming weeks, these new materials mark a significant stride forward for Materialise in its mission to empower clients with cutting-edge solutions for prototyping and serial production across diverse industrial sectors.
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