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3D Printing Materials from igus® are 50x more wear-resistant vs. standard materials

SLS Powder, FDM Filament, and DLP Resin

Our 3D-printing powders and filaments have been proven to last up to 50 times longer than standard 3D-printing materials inside moving applications. We extensively test our engineered composite plastic iglide® materials inside our 41,000 ft.2 test laboratory in Cologne, Germany to ensure every 3D-printed component offers exceptional wear resistance comparable to our iglide® injection-molded parts. All igus® 3D printed parts are low-friction, maintenance-free and self-lubricating. We produce custom 3D-printed components for prototypes and small batches, no minimum order quantity required!

Benefits:

  • 50 times more wear-resistant than standard 3D printing materials
  • Comparable wear resistance to iglide injection-molded parts
  • Optimized for friction and can be used without additional lubricant
  • More than 30 years experience developing high-performance plastics for moving applications
  • Tested in the industry’s largest test laboratory
  • Order online – our 3D printing service is fast, easy & cost-effective
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SLS Powder Material

SLS powder
  • High wear resistance and great strength for sliding applications and gears
  • Best seller in 3D printing service
  • Can be processed with suitable commercially available laser sintering machines
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FDM Filament

FDM Filament
  • Materials for special requirements such as FDA, high-temperature & chemical resistance
  • 1.75mm and 3mm diameters
  • High wear-resistance
  • Low coefficients of friction
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DLP Resin

DLP Resin
  • World's first wear-resistant DLP resin
  • 30-60x longer service life compared to conventional 3D printing resins
  • Gears with the tooth module of 0.2 possible
  • High level of detail: resolution up to 35 μm
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Breaking the (Injection) Mold: 3D Printing Whitepaper

Since its creation in the 1980s, 3D printing has evolved tremendously, with more printing technologies and material types available. Research shows that engineers in North America are optimistic about the future of 3D printing and believe new materials will help advance the industry.

This whitepaper details a new plastic material solution that allows engineers and product developers to print parts with wear rates comparable to certain injection-molded components.  Learn more about the wear rates of 3D printed components vs. injection molded components.

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Now, you can book a live video consultation to discuss your application, ask questions, and learn more about how our materials and services can streamline your production process. Let's bring your ideas to life!

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Nate Guadagni
Nate Guadagni

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