Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D Printing Service

Reliable, cost-effective FDM 3D printing for durable prototypes, manufacturing aids, and end-use parts.

Certifications:

ISO 9001: 2015

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ITAR Registered

What is FDM 3D Printing?

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is a 3D printing technology that builds parts layer by layer by extruding thermoplastic material through a heated nozzle. FDM 3D printing is ideal for functional prototyping, durable manufacturing tools, and low-volume production parts. Choosing to 3D print with FDM gives you access to the widest range of thermoplastic 3D printing materials including ASA, ABS, ULTEM, and more.

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Why Choose FDM 3D Printing?

Benefits

» FDM is a cost-effective additive manufacturing option for prototyping and low-volume production.

» FDM offers a wide range of materials to meet diverse application needs.

» FDM enables quick, on-demand production of parts.

Applications

» Jigs and fixtures

» Manufacturing aids and tooling

» Concept testing and functional prototyping

» Low-volume end-use production parts

FDM 3D Printing Materials

Material	Available Colors	Resolution	Tensile Strength	Best Applications
ASA	Black, Dark Blue, Dark Grat, Light Gray, Green, Ivory, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	0.005” (Ultra High), 0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard), 0.020” (Economy)	32.8 MPa	Outdoor parts, automotive components
ABS-M30	Black, Blue, Grau, Ivory, Nectarine, Red, White, Yellow	0.005” (Ultra High), 0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	30.8 MPa	Form, fit, and function testing and jigs and fixtures
ABS-M30i	Ivory	0.005” (Ultra High), 0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	36 MPa	Industrial, prototyping, biocompatible, and sterilizable components
ABS-ESD7	Black	0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus)	35.4 MPa	Electronics and robotics
PC	Black, Red, White	0.005” (Ultra High), 0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	57.9 MPa	Applications needing high impact resistance
PC-ABS	Black, Red, White	0.005” (Ultra High), 0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	36.5 MPa	Prototyping, tooling, and production parts
PC-ISO	Translucent Natural, White	0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	50.4 MPa	Medical-grade parts needing biocompatibility and food-contact certifications
Nylon 6	Black	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	57 MPa	Electrical components, automotive parts, and medical devices
Nylon 12	Black	0.007” (High), 0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard)	No Yield	Snap-fit components, enclosures, jigs, fixtures, low-volume production
Nylon 12CF	Black	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.020” (Economy)	No Yield MPa	Lightweight tooling, aerospace, automotive, and functional prototyping
ST-130	NA	0.013” (Standard)	27.8 MPa	Manifolds, tubes, hollow parts, and clamshell tools
ULTEM 9085	Black, Natural	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard), 0.020” (Economy)	69.2 MPa	Commercial transportation, durable tooling, and aerospace components
ULTEM 9085 CG	Natural	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard), 0.020” (Economy)	69.2 MPa	Durable and flame-resistant applications
ULTEM 1010	Natural	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard), 0.020” (Economy)	No Yield	Food-grade and medical-grade parts, jigs, and fixtures
ULTEM 1010 CG	Natural	0.010” (Standard Plus), 0.013” (Standard), 0.020” (Economy)	No Yield	Applications needing flame-resistant certification
Antero 800NA	Natural	0.010” (Standard Plus)	86.7 MPa	Parts needing chemical resistance and low outgassing

FDM 3D Printing Design Guidelines

Build Envelope

16 x 14 x 16 in
(406 x 355 x 406 mm)

Layer Thickness

0.005 in–0.013 in
(0.127 mm–0.330 mm)

Support Structures

Soluble for most materials. Break-away for PC-ISO and ULTEM. Soluble or break-away for PC

Achievable Accuracy: Parts are produced within an accuracy of ± .127 mm (± .005 in.) or ± .0015 mm/mm (± .0015 in/in), whichever is greater. Z part accuracy includes an additional tolerance of -0.000/+slice height. Note: Accuracy is geometry-dependent. This accuracy is based on statistical data at a 95% dimensional yield.

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