5 reasons why composite 3D printing is revolutionizing manufacturing

5 reasons why carbon fiber composite 3D printing is revolutionizing manufacturing processes 

Author : Varinex Date : 2023-11-29
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5 reasons why carbon fiber composite 3D printing is revolutionizing manufacturing processes

'sIt time tomake explore the carbon fiber composite 3D printing world of, as a number of advantages that it offerscan . efficient your processes manufacturing more. Stratasys composite 3D printing is 2-4x faster than other carbon fiber solutions, depending on the geometryHere are five compelling reasons why this is cutting-edge technology revolutionizing manufacturing . 

1. Replacing or improving metal parts with carbon fiber 3D printing

One common reality concern in manufacturingis whether thermoplastic the the counterparts molds of truly matchcan metal their strength. The surprising is thatwith the FDM Nylon12CF introduction of, a Nylon 12 and shredded carbon blend of, the resulting lighter stiffness thermoplastic fiber has highest to -weight ratio FDM of any material . compressiveThis makes an excellent it , offering metal parts replacement fora 3-7x steel or , with over alternative to aluminum ?a 900 bar strength of. The biggest advantage50-70% cost savings !

2. Harnessing the benefits of carbon fiber 3D printing

Carbon fiber reinforced composite materials and of stiffness strength while ABS a higher level offersignificantly traditional compared to overall weight reducing stiffermetal options . ABS of- CF10, a %10 chopped fiber and carbon plastic blend of, a 3D printing material combination introduces in that % is and % strongerthan traditional . This and with that robust tools resultsand meet demands the factory tooling applications thecost scheduling overcome traditional manufacturing tools associated issues 15 . 50ABS 

3. Stratasys F190CR and F370CR 3D printers and composite materials outperform the competition

When reliability and accuracy it comes to, the and F370CR 3D printers and composites unmatched. With an % uptimeand impressive , 99 99 %dimensional repeatability F190CR you can trust these machines areto consistent, high- quality parts produce your for manufacturing needs. 

4. Speed ​​up production and improve worker safety

you with carbon fiber, composite 3D printing By using significantly reduce the tools to manufacture required lead time. Traditional metal tools often time-consuming machining processes and external suppliers rely on, resulting extended production schedules in. In addition 3D printed tools have the advantageof being significantly lighterthan metal counterparts, making them to handle, easier reducing the worker strain , and of injury risk. 

5. Apply innovation and future-proof it

technology of manufacturing , continuous advancement printing integrating composite and carbon fiber is a 3D a competitiveadvantage strategic step to Byinvesting, Stratasys - solutions from in cutting equip the tools and materials your you businesswith needed to .the efficiently effectively and With solve everyday gain challenges manufacturing .edge 

Composite materials for 3D printing can effectively overcome the schedule and budget challenges that are common in manufacturing.

Find out how you can make your manufacturing operations more efficient with composite 3D printing!

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PRESS RELEASE: Stratasys Expands F123 Series with Two New 3D Printers Optimized for Composites Manufacturing

Author : Varinex Date : 2022-05-13

Stratasys Expands F123 Series with Two New 3D Printers Optimized for Composites Manufacturing

New printers and nylon-carbon fiber material bring new applications of additive manufacturing to the production line

Stratasys, a leader in polymer-based 3D printing solutions, today announced the addition of the F190™CR and F370®CRmodels to its F123 Series™ 3D printer family, along with the introduction of new carbon fiber-reinforced FDM®Nylon -CF10 material. The new printers also feature materials with superior stiffness and durability, and are engineered for reinforced composite manufacturing. The new composite 3D printers are designed for manufacturers and industrial operators to complement traditional manufacturing technologies with the 3D printing of heavy-duty composite materials. The printers enable faster and more cost-effective production of end-user parts, making them ideal for the production of tooling, assembly seats and other workpiece holding tools.

“I have been in engineering for over 35 years and I am passionate about innovation – not just in the development of new products, but also in the processes and tools used to develop those products. Stratasys has been enabling me to do that for over 20 years through 3D printing,” said Dave Thompson, vice president, global engineering, customer service and subcontract equipment, Graco Inc., a global leader in fluid handling equipment and a beta customer for the F370CR.

 

New 3D printers and nylon-carbon fiber material bring new applications of additive manufacturing to the production line

“Over the years, we have expanded our Stratasys printer fleet and their applications beyond prototyping to include tooling, assembly seats, and the gripping tools used by our robots. The new Stratasys F370CR printer allows us to take our advanced manufacturing applications to the next level, increase tool life, and even achieve better surface quality.”

The new 3D printers include integrated GrabCAD Print™ software, which provides a simple, intuitive workflow between CAD files and 3D printing, and advanced features to ensure print success. Stratasys also provides connectivity to enterprise applications through the MTConnect standard and its GrabCAD software development kit. Optimized for composite manufacturing, the F123 series of 3D printers feature reusable print trays, a built-in camera for remote monitoring, and a 7-inch touchscreen control panel. The F370CR printer also features automatic material change, meaning there is no need to interrupt the print to change materials – the system simply inserts a new cartridge and the print continues.

 

New composite 3D printers are designed for manufacturers and industrial operators to complement traditional manufacturing technologies with 3D printing of heavy-duty composite materials

“Stratasys provides 3D printers and materials that help advance advanced manufacturing across the production line, such as these new CR 3D printers that enable us to print with stronger, stiffer materials and greater accuracy,” said Dick Anderson, vice president of manufacturing at Stratasys. “These new printers have proven with verified and published data that they can achieve up to 99% dimensional repeatability regardless of part size and geometric complexity. Combined with 99% uptime and dedicated service and support, manufacturers can confidently accelerate their transition to additive manufacturing.”

Compared to other printers, Stratasys’ F123 series of printers optimized for composite manufacturing offer a wider range of substrates with greater print capacity, soluble support materials and lower printing costs due to a larger build area. Additionally, compared to other printers, the F370CR’s larger, fully heated build chamber, which can be combined with stabilizer walls, allows users to print taller parts with superior mechanical and aesthetic quality.

Stratasys has also introduced a new composite material called FDM Nylon-CF10 for the F123 Series printers. This material is more than 60% stronger and nearly three times stiffer than its base nylon material. The chopped carbon fiber material is just one of several thermoplastic materials available for the F123 Series printers. When combined with Stratasys’ soluble support materials, manufacturers can print any geometry without limitations. The F190CR and F370CR printers also support a number of other modified thermoplastic materials.

The new composite-compatible F123 Series printers and FDM Nylon-CF10 material are available to order now, with shipping expected in June. Stratasys live event shared information about the new manufacturing solutions during Stratasys F123 Series product page optimized for composite manufacturing .

Stratasys is leading the global shift to additive manufacturing technologies with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Stratasys solutions provide competitive advantage across the product value chain with intelligent and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, software ecosystem and made-to-order parts. The world's leading organizations are transforming product design, increasing the flexibility of their manufacturing and supply chains, and improving the quality of patient care with Stratasys. To learn more about the above products, contact VARINEX Zrt., your distributor of Stratasys products in Hungary (3dp@varinex.hu,)