Nylon mixed with chopped carbon fiber offers a high-strength thermoplastic with excellent heat resistance, surface finish, and chemical resistance. Heat Deflection Temperature, Onyx has an HDT of 145° C (293° F and has a flexural strength of 81 MPa (11.7 ksi).
*Robotic arms
*End use parts
*Fixtures
*Inspection Fixtures
Carbon Fiber is a unique, ultra-high-strength Continuous Fiber — when laid into a Composite Base material like Onyx, it can yield parts as strong as 6061-T6 Aluminum. It’s extremely stiff and strong, and can be automatically laid down in a wide variety of geometries.
*Robotic arms
*End use parts
*Fixtures
*Inspection Fixtures
Fiberglass is entry-level Continuous Fiber —a material capable of yielding parts 10x stronger than ABS when laid into a Composite Base material like Onyx. Fiberglass is the flagship material of the printing machine, providing a more affordable alternative to Carbon Fiber.
*Robotic arms
*End use parts
*Fixtures
*Inspection Fixtures
Nylon is an unfilled thermoplastic. It’s a non-abrasive material that is great for ergonomic surfaces and workholding for pieces that are easily marred. It can be painted or dyed.
*Robotic arms
*End use parts
*Fixtures
*Inspection Fixtures
Onyx FR is a flame-resistant variant of Onyx designed for use in applications where parts must be non-flammable. The material earned a UL Blue Card, and is considered V-0 (self extinguishing) at thicknesses greater than or equal to 3mm. It can be reinforced with any Continuous Fiber and is compatible with industrial composite 3D printers.
*Weld fixturing
*Aerospace brackets
*Laser fixtures
*Electrical fixtures
High Strength High Temperature (HSHT) Fiberglass is defined by two characteristics: high strength (nearly equal to 6061-T6 Aluminum) and strength in high temperatures. Though not as stiff as Continuous Carbon Fiber, Onyx parts reinforced with HSHT are strong at both low and high temperatures. As a result, HSHT reinforcement is best used for parts in high-temperature environments like molds, autoclaves, and others.
*Polymer moulds
*Prototype moulds
*High temp. Fixtures
*High temp. prototypes
Kevlar is a specialized Continuous Fiber known for its energy absorption and extreme toughness. When laid into Onyx or another Composite Base material, it yields extremely impact-resistant parts that are nearly immune to catastrophic failure (fracture). It’s perfect for use in parts that are in demanding environments or are subject to repetitive loading.
*End-of-Arm Tooling
*Stanchions, Cradles,...
*Delrin Parts
*Wear Stops