Printable Thermoset Polyurethane
Chromatic 3D Materials launched ChromaMotive D65, designed for additive manufacturing.
announced the launch of its ChromaMotive D65. ChromaMotive D65 is a rigid thermoset polyurethane formulated for reactive extrusion additive manufacturing with the company’s RX-AM platform.
One application of the thermoset polyurethane is for sports equipment including ski boots, where impact resistance at low temperatures is desirable. Photo Credit: Chromatic 3D
According to the company, the new material performs well in a range of extreme cold to elevated temperatures from -30藲C up to 120藲C, and has mechanical properties comparable to injection-molded TPU, HDPE and PP. ChromaMotive D65 is compatible with Chromatic’s RX-Flow printers, which are suitable for development work and low- to medium-volume industrial production.
In addition to winter sports gear, potential applications include parts for the aerospace, automotive and agricultural industries with varying temperature requirements.
“With ChromaMotive D65, manufacturers that are producing rigid plastic components can take advantage of RX-AM’s fast print speeds and the ability to print on textiles, plastics and
metals. Now it’s possible to 3D print rigid parts at industrial volumes for everything from winter recreational equipment to aircraft interiors,” says Cora Leibig, Chromatic founder and CEO.
Chromatic will be demonstrating 3D printed parts made from ChromaMotive and its other material offerings at the being held this week in Cleveland.
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