Capabilities
Materials and processes
Not sure which one fits? Describe the part and its working conditions, and we'll recommend one. Need a color we don't stock? We'll order it for your job.
FDM
Thermoplastic filament
Layered thermoplastic parts with real mechanical strength. Best for larger parts, fixtures, housings and end-use components.
| Material | Strengths | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|
| Nylon | Tough, wear resistant, low friction | Gears, bushings, clips, functional prototypes |
| ABS | Impact resistant, heat tolerant, easy to post-process | Housings, enclosures, general-purpose parts |
| ASA | UV and weather stable, with ABS-like strength | Outdoor parts, exterior covers, signage hardware |
| Carbon fiber filled | High stiffness, dimensional stability, low weight | Jigs, fixtures, brackets, structural parts |
| TPU | Flexible, abrasion resistant, absorbs shock | Gaskets, bumpers, grips, protective covers |
Resin
Formlabs engineering resins
High-resolution parts with smooth surfaces and fine features. Best for small, detailed parts and specialty material needs.
| Material | Strengths | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|
| Tough 1500 | Resilient; bends and springs back without breaking | Snap fits, press fits, springy prototypes |
| Flexible 80A | Firm rubber-like feel at 80A Shore hardness | Seals, grips, cushioning, soft-touch parts |
| True Cast | Burns out cleanly for investment casting | Casting patterns for metal parts |
| Alpha resins | General-purpose resin family with fine detail, fast printing, and more strength and toughness than typical ABS-like resins | Concept models, form-and-fit prototypes, enclosures, jigs |