3D printing for the automotive industry
From the birth of an idea to the production of a vehicle, additive technology offers benefits across the entire spectrum of automotive development.
With the right solutions, you can gain a competitive advantage in the industry.
From concept to vehicle rollout, additive manufacturing offers benefits across the entire spectrum of automotive development.
No other 3D printing company has a broader portfolio of solutions, services and support than Stratasys to help bridge the gap between today’s technologies and the future of electrification, autonomous driving and sustainable mobility. Five polymer technologies provide options for faster development, more efficient manufacturing support and more cost-effective part production.
Toyota
is maximizing the impact of 3D printing in design, development and manufacturing.
General Motors
Time and cost-effective tool manufacturing with additive technology.
Roush Performance
production goals with tool-less additive manufacturing.
JW Speaker
Faster creation and integration of
Applications
Additive technology reduces lead time and costs while accelerating product time to market.
Prototyping
Quickly validate your ideas and ensure optimal design before investing in expensive manufacturing tools.
Parts Manufacturing
Ensure production continuity with tools that can be produced and deployed much faster than traditional tools.
End-use parts
3D printed manufacturing parts are the perfect solution for cost-effective customization and on-demand manufacturing.
3D printers for automotive use
Stratasys systems recommended for automotive applications are FDM and SAF.
FDM platforms are particularly well-suited for prototyping and tooling. SAF powder bed technology offers higher volume production and lower cost per unit compared to comparable powder bed systems.
F170 FDM Printer
Compact, reliable, entry-level professional machine for accurate, repeatable printing; its format and handling are ideal for office/education.
F190CR FDM Printer
Compact system with carbon fiber and engineering thermoplastic compatibility for strong prototypes, templates and fixtures, tools and parts – from the classroom to the production floor.
F370 FDM Printer
Affordable, industrial-grade printer with fast, easy material handling, large build space, and stable results from prototype to final part – for the office or factory.
F770® FDM Printer
Cost-effective, large-format printing for large parts
Fortus 450mc FDM Printer
Industrial quality with an extremely wide range of materials. Designed for customers who demand durability, accuracy and repeatability.
H350 SAF
Produce functional parts with consistent quality. The H350 is ideal for small series production or for the production of your unique parts.
F370CR FDM Printer Professional, industrial machine for carbon fiber compatible and engineering materials; functional prototypes, strong fixtures, tools and parts.
F900® FDM Printer
Features high capacity, unmatched accuracy and proven reliability.
Raw materials
Stratasys 3D printing technologies offer a diverse portfolio of materials for automotive applications: engineering and high-performance FDM thermoplastics, as well as nylon polymers for SAF powder bed technology.
FDM Thermoplastics
Standard plastics, carbon fiber reinforced composites, and high-performance polymers based on PEI (e.g. ULTEM™).
PA11/PA12 powder polymers
SAF technology enables series production with widely used industrial nylon materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3D Printing
3D printing allows automotive teams to go from CAD to physical parts in days, not weeks – accelerating design validation and enabling more iterations early in the development process.
Full-size design prototypes, assembly jigs, and ergonomic fixtures are made in-house – less external dependencies, faster turnaround, flexible tool changes, and customization.
- Shorter lead times for parts and tools
- Weight reduction and better component design
- Avoiding tooling costs for small series
- On-demand production for flexibility
- Parts consolidation, less assembly
Less waste compared to machining
- FDM®: for robust templates and fixtures, covers, engine bay applications.
- SAF®: consistent, production-quality plastic parts in volume.
ABS, ASA, carbon fiber reinforced nylon, ULTEM™, and elastomers – for the necessary strength, heat resistance, and repeatability, from production line tools to vehicle components.
In many cases, they are in hand in 1–2 days – rapid prototyping, less downtime, flexible response to late design changes or supplier delays.
Lightening EV parts, digital spare parts, short-run custom manufacturing, rapid-response tools – as part of agile manufacturing, additive has now become a core capability, not just a prototyping tool.
Contact the VARINEX Zrt. team and share your part, material or manufacturing challenge with us. We will recommend the right technology for your goals – whether it's replacing old tools or scaling printed parts to real production.