Keywords
Citation
(2006), "Rapid prototyping system", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 78 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.2006.12778cad.013
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Rapid prototyping system
Rapid prototyping system
Keywords: Rapid prototypes, Aircraft industry
Stratasys announces that a new version of its FDM Vantage rapid prototyping system, called the Vantage X, offers three additional modelling material options and higher resolution than the previous base model.
Besides the standard polycarbonate (PC) and ABS plastic, the Vantage X offers a PC-ABS blend, PC-ISO, and ABSi options. ABSi claims improvements over standard ABS, including finer feature detail and surface finish smoothness. PC-ABS combines the strength of PC with the flexibility of ABS. PC-ISO is a medical-grade plastic that meets ISO 10993 and USP Class VI material requirements.
The Vantage X can be ordered in either “A” or “P” configurations. The A configuration allows the use of ABS, ABSi, and PC-ABS. The P configuration allows the use of PC, PC-ISO, and PC-ABS. Material configuration options let users customise the machine to their specific application needs.
Besides the new material options, the Vantage X claims a significant resolution upgrade for ABS, ABSi, and PC-ABS. The high resolution setting of 0.005 in. or “5 mil” (0.127 mm) gives users the option of excellent feature detail and surface finish smoothness in a thermoplastic part.
For further information, contact: Stratasys, Inc. Tel: +1 952 937 3000 or +1 888 480 3548.