Technology
Stereolithography
Stereolithography is one of the most widely used 3D printing technologies. Its impeccable surface quality, ability to produce fine details, and wide selection of materials make it ideal for high-quality visual models and prototypes, complex aesthetic parts, and masters for techniques like vacuum casting and lost wax casting.
Why work with Materialise Manufacturing?
With unrivaled expertise in stereolithography, your project is in safe hands. We help you take full advantage of the flexibility, design freedom, and speed of 3D printing to meet your needs, and thanks to our patented Mammoth printers, you can even print parts up to two meters long in a single build. Our NextDay service, available for selected materials and finishes when you order online, means your model can be on your desk within 24 hours.
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Technical specifications
| Maximum build dimensions | Dimensions are unlimited as components may be composed of several sub-parts. The maximum build envelope is 2,100 x 700 x 800 mm |
| Standard accuracy | ±0.2% (with a lower limit on ±0.2 mm) |
| Layer thickness |
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| Minimum wall thickness | 1 – 3 mm |
| Surface structure | Unfinished parts typically have a smooth surface with visible building layers; various post-production finishes are possible |
Materials
Choose from a broad selection of materials when you come to Materialise for your stereolithography projects.
Poly1500
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Poly1500 is a durable, resilient material that offers high surface quality and dimensional accuracy. With properties similar to polypropylene, it is ideal for functional prototypes.
Key characteristics
- Similar properties to polypropylene
- Good durability, impact resistance, and heat resistance
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm
ProtoGen White
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
ProtoGen White's resilience, surface quality, and thermal properties make it suitable for general-purpose applications such as RTV molding patterns, highly detailed parts, and durable concept models.
Key characteristics
- Similar properties to ABS
- Resilient material with good surface quality
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm
TuskXC2700T
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Designed to simulate ABS, TuskXC2700T is a strong material that offers high resolution and a smooth surface. It is ideal for water-resistant prototypes and high-end finished models. Transparent finishes possible.
Key characteristics
- Strong, water-resistant material with properties similar to ABS and PBT
- Great surface quality, with transparent finishes possible
- Among the largest printing volumes of stereolithography materials
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of TuskXC2700T – Basic finish, Support marks removed, or Support marks removed + sandblasted
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 100 x 100 x 100 mm
TuskXC2700W
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Designed to simulate ABS, TuskXC2700W is a strong material with a rapid lead time. It is ideal for water-resistant and functional prototypes. Also available in clear.
Key characteristics
- Strong, water-resistant material with properties similar to ABS and PBT
- Fast Lane service available for online orders of TuskXC2700W – Basic finish, Support marks removed, or Support marks removed + sandblasted
- Max part dimensions: 350 x 350 x 350 mm
- Max part dimensions (Fast Lane orders): 100 x 100 x 100 mm
Taurus
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Taurus has the look and feel of an injection-molded part, offering strong mechanical properties and high surface detail. It's an ideal choice for form-, fit-, and function-testing, as well as functional prototypes.
Key characteristics
- Injection-molded look and feel
- Strong mechanical properties
- High surface detailing
- Max part dimensions: 480 x 480 x 560 mm
Xtreme
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Xtreme is a tough, general-purpose material with high impact strength, high elongation, and excellent surface quality. With properties close to ABS, Xtreme is ideal for functional prototyping.
Key characteristics
- General-purpose material with properties similar to ABS
- High impact strength and elongation at break
- Excellent surface quality
- Max part dimensions: 480 x 480 x 560 mm
Tusk Somos SolidGrey3000
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
Exclusive to Materialise, Tusk Somos SolidGrey3000 combines very high stiffness and impact strength. It is ideal for functional prototypes, durable concept models, robust scale models, as well as end-use parts.
Key characteristics
- High degree of stiffness
- High impact strength
- Available exclusively at Materialise
- Max part dimensions: 2,000 x 700 x 788 mm
PerFORM
Technology
Stereolithography
Description
A resin with ceramic particles, PerFORM offers high stiffness and strength, as well as excellent heat resistance and detail. It is ideal for prototyping and for rapid tooling for injection molds.
Key characteristics
- Stiffness comparable to glass fiber-reinforced polycarbonate
- High thermal resistance and excellent detail resolution
- Superior sidewall quality
- Max part dimensions: 800 x 800 x 585 mm
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Train and learn
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