The following chart was designed to aid you in your rapid prototyping technology selection. The numbers below are based off of typical material averages and are meant as a general guide. Further, our knowledgeable project engineers are well versed in prototyping and production technologies and are available to help guide your project to the best technology.
 PolyJet |
 SLA |
 SLS (Nylon 12) |
 FDM |
 CNC (ABS) |
 Advanced Cast Urethanes |
 Composites |
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| Description | Prototyping plastic. Models with fine feature detail. | Prototyping plastic. Cost-effective for larger models. | Rugged Nylon material. Functional models & parts. | Production materials. Functional models & parts. | Wide selection of production plastics & metals. Functional models & parts. | Multiple prototype & production parts, simulates end-use materials. | Rugged, durable, large cosmetic panels. Single parts to production runs. |
| Optimum Part Size | XS-S | S-L | S-M | S-M | S-XXL | S-XL | M-XXL |
| Tensile Strength | 8,200 psi |
6,500 psi |
7,200 psi |
8,000 psi |
6,000 psi |
8,700 psi |
11,000 psi |
| Flex Modulous | 320,000 psi |
280,000 psi |
450,000 psi |
336,000 psi |
300,000 psi |
320,000 psi |
567,000 psi |
| Izod Impact Notched | 0.67 ft-lb/in |
0.60 ft-lb/in |
0.70 ft-lb/in |
2.00 ft-lb/in |
7.70 ft-lb/in |
1.00 ft-lb/in |
4.22 ft-lb/in |
| Heat Deflection @66psi | 118° F |
120° F |
352° F |
260° F |
200° F |
210° F |
442° F |
| Lead Time | 1-3 days |
2-5 days |
2-5 days |
3-5 days |
3-10 days |
3-10 days |
3-15 days |
| Price | $ | $ | $$ | $$ | $$ | $$$ | $$$ |
Stated properties are for general guidelines and based on material averages. Actual performance may vary.
