STEREOLITHOGRAPHY (SL) 3D PRINTING & ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

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1 STEREOLITHOGRAPHY (SL) 3D PRINTING & ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

2 FASTER TO MARKET Iterate new designs and move through product development quickly to get to market before the competition. Not only was Stratasys Direct Manufacturing able to produce the parts I needed at a cost that saved me money, but I was able to get the components overnight. Eric Schneider, Design Engineer INVESTMENT CASTING PATTERNS Successful investment casting depends on the prompt delivery of accurate, high-quality patterns with clean burnout characteristics. Stratasys Direct Manufacturing has engineered a unique manufacturing method with a selection of SL materials to execute next-generation investment casting patterns 10-30% lighter than other patterns. This is achieved without sacrificing dimensional stability and handling in the casting process. By using a second generation, antimony free material, the benefits of printed patterns are now available when casting super alloy metals. LARGE LIGHTWEIGHT MODELS Build extremely light, large-scale parts in record time with Stratasys Direct Manufacturing s exclusive ID-Light TM process. Ideal for non-structural appearance models, ID-Light SL builds faster, weighs less, and costs less than solid SL models. It is lighter and has a better paint surface than 10 and 20 pound foam. ID-Light SL is regularly used to create custom tradeshow models, large detailed props for the entertainment industry, architectural models, and art installation objects. 2 StratasysDirect.com

3 STEREOLITHOGRAPHY Stratasys Direct Manufacturing is a leader in additive manufacturing, and we partner with our customers to deliver customized parts. We hold many manufacturing patents and represent one of the most extensive industry knowledge bases in the world, particularly when it comes to Stereolithography. Stereolithography, also called SL, rapidly builds components using a precise UV laser to cure and solidify thin layers of a photo-reactive resin. One of the most accurate 3D printing technologies, SL is often used for prototypes, master patterns, or large concept models that require coatings or finished surfaces. Typical applications for SL include fully finished presentation models, form and fit prototypes, masters for tools, and investment casting patterns. We offer a suite of professional finishing options to accurately replicate product design requirements and achieve a high-quality surface finish. BENEFITS Fast and Reliable service is a standard that Stratasys Direct Manufacturing prides itself upon. With a fleet of state-of-the-art SL machines, large projects are easily accommodated. Speedy deliveries reduce customers design, engineering, and test phases of product development and allow them to get to market first. Large Geometries with virtually limitless part size are most affordable using SL. With Stratasys Direct Manufacturing, accuracy does not have to be sacrificed for size. We will seamlessly bond individual sections into industrial sized prototypes, masters, and patterns. Finishing Expertise is what turns a 3D printed prototype into a replica of the finished product you envisioned. Any surface look is achievable when backed by our expert model makers with years of experience. We offer custom finishing, texture, color, artwork, as well as EMI/RFI shielding, plating, and other functional coatings. Quality is at the heart of each project Stratasys Direct Manufacturing delivers to every customer. With a dedicated, ITAR registered and ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified quality department, we consistently deliver superior parts at affordable prices. This value comes from innovative manufacturing solutions, on-time delivery, material choices, accuracy, and engineering expertise that helped pioneer the industry. This car is used as a tradeshow marketing model and was finished with cosmetic color-matched paint, custom graphics, and soft-touch paint.

4 STEREOLITHOGRAPHY MATERIALS* Description Hardness (Shore D) Water Absorption Somos PerFORM High rigidity and heat deflection temperature; great for static testing in under-hood and wind tunnel applications % Somos ProtoGen Highly accurate and is humidity and temperature resistant % Somos WaterClear Ultra A colorless material suited for lenses and electronic covers % Somos WaterShed XC Produces highly detailed parts with great clarity and water-resistance 0.35% Somos NeXt Higher impact resistance than standard SL resins; Moisture resistance % Somos Element Antimony free formulation for investment casting patterns 0.36% SC 1000P Custom formulation ideal for low cost investment casting patterns 83 4 StratasysDirect.com

5 Break Tensile Strength Flexural Modulus Heat Deflection psi Heat Deflection psi Izod Impact Strength (Notched) 1.1% 9,900 psi (68 MPa) 1,450 ksi (10,000 MPa) 180 F (82 C) 270 F (132 C) 0.32 ft-lb/in (17 J/m) 12% 6,200 psi (43 MPa) 299 ksi (2,060 MPa) 115 F (46 C) 130 F (55 C) 0.39 ft-lb/in (21 J/m) 7.5% 8,100 psi (56 MPa) 361 ksi (2,490 MPa) 109 F (43 C) 117 F (47 C) 0.47 ft-lb/in (25 J/m) 15.5% 7,300 psi (50.4 MPa) 320 ksi (2,205 MPa) 120 F (49 C) 122 F (50 C) 0.47 ft-lb/in (25 J/m) 9% 4,800 psi (32.8 MPa) 358 ksi (2,470 MPa) 122 F (50 C) 133 F (56 C) 0.94 ft-lb/in (50 J/m) 6.4% 6,100 psi (42 MPa) 468 ksi (3,230 MPa) 127 F (53 C) 136 F (58 C) 0.41 ft-lb/in (22 J/m) 4% 8% 7,758 psi (53 MPa) 280 ksi (1,930 MPa) 122 F (50 C) 127 F (53 C) 0.35 ft-lb/in (19 J/m) * Exceptional properties are shown above in blue. Material properties are for reference purpose only and are subject to change without notice. Actual values may vary, as they are affected by part geometry and process parameters. Properties listed for Somos PerFORM and Somos ProtoGen are with UV postcure. Higher properties can be achieved with thermal postcure. For additional, real-time material information, please view the material datasheets found at stratasysdirect.com/materials.

6 STEREOLITHOGRAPHY PROCESS The Stereolithography process begins with 3D CAD data that is sliced into 2D cross-sections using automated software. The cross-sections are cured upon the free surface of the photopolymer resin via UV lasers. The resin material hardens when the UV light hits the surface. Lattice structures are added to support free-floating features. After each cross-section is complete, the build platform lowers and the process repeats. Once complete, the parts are detached from the build platform and supports are removed. 01 Liquid Polymer 02 Build Platform 03 Solid-State Lasers 04 Stationary Mirrors 05 X,Y Dynamic Mirrors 06 Free Surface 07 Recoater Blade UNITED STATES: VALENCIA, CA SAN DIEGO, CA TUCSON, AZ PHOENIX, AZ BELTON, TX AUSTIN, TX EDEN PRAIRIE, MN DETROIT, MI BRAZIL: SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL P / E info@stratasysdirect.com STRATASYSDIRECT.COM 2017 Stratasys Direct, Inc. All rights reserved. Stratasys, Stratasys Direct Manufacturing, Stratasys Direct Manufacturing logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of either Stratasys or Stratasys Direct, Inc. and/or their subsidiaries or affiliates and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. Other trademarks are property of their respective owners. SDM-BROCHURE-SL-0117