The materials we run across SLA, Carbon DLS, CNC machining and vacuum casting, and how to choose between them.
Complete Fabrication runs materials across SLA, DLP, Carbon DLS, FDM, CNC machining and vacuum casting. We help you choose the one that meets your performance, cost and compliance needs, and we tell you when a substitution would need redesign. Data sheets are on the data sheets page.
| Process | Good for | Materials below |
|---|---|---|
| SLA | Fine detail, clear parts, vacuum casting masters, tough replacements for ABS and polypropylene | 7 resins |
| DLP | Flexible, rigid, high-temperature and nylon-like parts | 9 resins |
| Carbon DLS | Functional and end-use parts, elastomers, biocompatible-capable parts | 9 resins |
| FDM | Functional prototypes in engineering filaments | 8 filaments |
Laser resins we run on our SLA machines.
| Material | Maker | What it is | Key figures | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accura Xtreme grey | 3D Systems | Ultra-tough grey plastic that replaces CNC-machined polypropylene and ABS parts | Thermal resistance over 60 °C. Shore D 86 | TDS and SDS |
| Accura Xtreme White 200 | 3D Systems | Tough white plastic for snap fits, assemblies and vacuum casting masters | Tensile 45 to 50 MPa. Elongation 7 to 20% | TDS |
| Accura 25 | 3D Systems | Flexible polypropylene-class plastic for snap fits and durable functional prototypes | Tensile 38 MPa. Elongation 13 to 20% | TDS |
| MPC12 clear | Additive Manufacturing Materials | Clear multipurpose resin for functional prototypes, RTV casting masters and investment casting patterns | Built for 355 nm solid-state lasers | TDS |
| Somos WaterClear Ultra 10122 | Somos | Optically clear resin with an acrylic-like look, for clear parts, fluid flow models and masters | Shore D 87. Elongation 7.5% | TDS |
| Rapid Pro Grey (R4PID) | R4PID | Light grey rigid resin for 355 nm systems | Tensile 50 to 56 MPa. Shore D 80. HDT 56 to 61 °C at 0.45 MPa | TDS |
| Rapid White (R4PID UK1618) | R4PID | Matte white resin for 355 nm systems | Tensile 40 to 44 MPa. Elongation 8 to 12%. HDT 49 to 61 °C | TDS |
Resins for our DLP printers, in the 385 to 405 nm range.
| Material | Maker | What it is | Key figures | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liqcreate Flexible-X | Liqcreate | Extremely flexible, soft black resin for DLP, LCD and laser printers | Shore A 55 | TDS |
| Rigid110 | Magforms Technology | Rigid, high-strength resin for 405 nm DLP and LCD printers, suited to shell parts and mould masters | Shore D 85 | TDS |
| Crys200 | See data sheet | A family of 405 nm DLP resins. We can run all grades | See data sheet | Specifications |
| Loctite 3D IND147 High Temperature Black | Henkel | High-temperature resin for tooling and moulds, such as polyurethane and silicone moulding | HDT above 230 °C | TDS |
| Liqcreate Flame Retardant HDT | Liqcreate | Flame-retardant, high-temperature grade | See data sheet | TDS |
| TR300 engineering heat-resistant resin, grey | Phrozen | Engineering resin for heat resistance | HDT 65 °C as printed, up to 160 °C depending on post-cure | SDS and User guide |
| SuperHDT (ENGR-T23L) | 3DMaterials | Engineering resin with the highest heat deflection temperature in this list | HDT 240 °C. Tensile 39.5 MPa at yield. Elongation under 2% | Data sheet (image) |
| AMD-3 high resolution models | Amera Labs | Hard, low-shrinkage resin for fine detail, in black or grey, for LED, LCD and DLP printers | Shore D 85 | TDS |
| Nylon-Like Resin | Sunlu | Tough, nylon-style resin with a matte finish that can be drilled and tapped | Tensile 35 MPa. Elongation 48%. Shore D 80. HDT 50 °C | TDS |
Resins for our Carbon DLS printers.
| Material | Maker | What it is | Key figures | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPU 100 | Carbon | Strength with biocompatibility and sterilisability | Tensile 38 MPa. Elongation 25% | TDS |
| EPX 82 | Carbon | Functional toughness, stiffness and temperature resistance for automotive, industrial and consumer parts | See data sheet | TDS |
| EPX 86FR | Carbon | Flame-retardant, high-strength, with long-term stability. Includes a UL Blue Card certificate | See data sheet | TDS |
| RPU 70 | Carbon | Tough, rigid material for parts needing strength and moderate heat resistance | See data sheet | TDS |
| FPU 50 | Carbon | Semi-rigid, impact, abrasion and fatigue resistant, for living hinges and friction fits. The sheet marks it limited availability | See data sheet | TDS |
| EPU 40 | Carbon | Polyurethane elastomer with high elasticity and tear resistance | Tensile 19 MPa. Elongation 400% | TDS |
| EPU 45 | Carbon | Energy-damping elastomer | See data sheet | TDS |
| EPU Pro 50 and 90 Black | Carbon | Single-part elastomers with tunable stiffness and extended pot life | See data sheet | TDS |
| SIL 30 | Carbon | Soft, tear-resistant silicone urethane elastomer for skin-contact parts | Tensile 3.2 MPa. Elongation over 330% | TDS |
Thermoplastic filaments we run on our FDM printers.
| Material | Maker | What it is | Key figures | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSUN PETG | eSUN | Tough, translucent filament with water and chemical resistance, tougher than ABS | Density 1.27 | TDS |
| Eryone ASA-CF | Eryone | Outdoor filament with UV and cold-weather resistance, carbon-fibre filled | Stiffness 60% higher than standard ASA | TDS |
| The Filament ASA CF | The Filament | ASA, carbon-fibre filled | See data sheet | TDS |
| Bambu PPA-CF | Bambu Lab | Fibre-reinforced PPA for humid or high-temperature use, mechanical prototypes and automotive parts | See data sheet | TDS |
| Bambu PA6-GF | Bambu Lab | Nylon 6 with glass fibre for strength, durability and dimensional stability | See data sheet | TDS |
| Eryone PA6-CF | Eryone | Nylon 6 with about 20% carbon fibre | See data sheet | TDS |
| Bambu TPU 90A | Bambu Lab | Flexible, wear-resistant TPU for soles, tyres and functional parts | Hardness 90A | TDS |
| Siraya Tech Flex TPU Air Black | Siraya Tech | Foaming flexible TPU up to 50% lighter than standard TPU, with a fabric-like matte finish | Hardness 63A to 78A, set by nozzle temperature | TDS |
Aluminium, stainless steel, titanium, brass and solid PEEK, plus engineering plastics such as ABS, polycarbonate and nylon. We can source all grades and carry a large selection in stock. Call +44 1223 836837 if you need more information.
Vacuum casting data sheets: Renishaw 8045, 6095 Clear, PX 212 L, PX 225 OP and Poly PT Flex.
We run certified biocompatible materials on our Carbon DLS printers and offer equivalent resins for vacuum cast batches. For high temperatures we offer options across Carbon DLS, FDM and SLA, specialised casting resins, and CNC-machined solid PEEK. We can also source medical grade polymers and elastomers.
We track RoHS, REACH and FDA requirements, and supply Certificates of Conformity for manufacture and materials as standard when you ask at the quote stage.
Yes, but it needs testing and validation. We assess the effect on performance, cost and timeline. Some substitutions are seamless and others need a redesign, and we tell you which.
We keep common prototyping materials in stock. For production runs we source against your specification and volume, and plan the lead time with you.
RoHS, REACH and FDA requirements. Medical devices need biocompatibility data, and automotive parts need specific grades. We supply Certificates of Conformity on request.
Accura Xtreme grey, Accura Xtreme White and Accura 25 on SLA are used to replace machined ABS and polypropylene parts. Carbon DLS materials are also matched to common thermoplastics.
MPC12 and Somos WaterClear Ultra 10122 on SLA, and clear polyurethane resins in vacuum casting. SLA parts can be polished or clear-coated to a water-clear finish.
SuperHDT, a DLP resin with a heat deflection temperature of 240 °C, and Loctite 3D IND147, above 230 °C. For higher temperatures we also CNC machine solid PEEK.
See also:3D printing in Cambridge, vacuum casting in Cambridge, medical device prototyping, what affects the price and rapid prototyping FAQs. To get a quote, contact us.
