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Digital Light Projection (DLP) uses a range production-grade resins, covering flexible, rigid, flame-retardant, high-temperature and rubber-like requirements. All materials are isotropic, meaning parts exhibit consistent mechanical properties regardless of print orientation.
Stocked materials are available with overnight, 3, 7 and 12-day production speeds. Non-stocked DLP materials can be ordered on a 7 to 12-day lead time – contact the team to discuss.
Use this table to identify the most suitable DLP material for your application. For full property data, refer to the individual material sections below or download full materials datasheets →
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FLEX-BLK 20 |
HI-TEMP 150C FR Black |
HI-TEMP 300 AMB |
PRO-BLK 10 |
RUBBER-65A BLK |
Tough 60C White |
Tough FR V0 Black |
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Colour |
Black |
Black |
Amber / translucent |
Black |
Black |
White |
Black |
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Tensile Strength |
36 MPa |
58 MPa |
59 MPa |
63 MPa |
5 MPa |
35 MPa |
38 MPa |
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Elongation at Break |
76% |
4% |
2.2% |
12% |
126% |
23% |
44.6% |
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HDT @ 0.455 MPa |
41°C |
>150°C |
300°C |
70°C |
– |
65°C |
66°C |
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Shore Hardness |
68D |
85D |
88D |
79D |
65A |
79D |
78D |
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Flame rating |
HB |
UL94 V0 |
N/A |
HB |
N/A |
HB |
UL94 V0 |
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Biocompatible capable |
No |
No |
Yes (USP VI) |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
No |
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Best for |
Flexible/PP-like parts |
FR + high temp |
Ultra-high temp |
Rigid functional parts |
Rubber/elastomeric |
Medical, white, tough |
FR + tough/flexible |
FLEX-BLK 20 is a flexible, high impact-resistant black resin with the look and feel of moulded polypropylene. It is engineered for long-term environmental stability, retaining mechanical properties under UV and humidity exposure, and offers outstanding flexibility and accuracy for a wide range of functional applications.
With an unnotched Izod impact that does not break under test, FLEX-BLK 20 is one of the toughest materials in the DLP range and is well suited to assemblies, enclosures and parts requiring repeated flexing or impact resistance.
Functional assemblies and prototypes
Outstanding flexibility and accuracy
Automotive styling and under-hood parts
Good automotive fluid compatibility
Consumer goods and electronic components
PP-like look and feel; durable black finish
Containers, enclosures and covers
High impact resistance; does not break under unnotched Izod
Master patterns for RTV/silicone moulding
Excellent surface quality transfers to silicone mould
Concept and marketing models
Injection moulded appearance
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
36 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Tensile Modulus |
1,150 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Elongation at Break |
76% |
ASTM D638 |
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Flexural Strength |
22 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
680 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Notched Izod Impact |
91 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Unnotched Izod Impact |
Does not break |
ASTM D4812 |
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Shore D Hardness |
68 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
41°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) |
11°C |
ASTM E1640 |
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CTE below Tg |
69 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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Solid Density |
1.18 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
0.64% |
ASTM D570 |
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UL Flammability |
HB |
UL94 |
HI-TEMP 150C FR Black is a rigid, flame-retardant black resin with a heat deflection temperature of over 150°C at low stress (0.455 MPa). It carries a UL94 V0 rating at 2 mm and 3 mm thickness, passes FAR 25.853 and 23.853 vertical burn testing, and meets UL 746C GWIT and GWFI requirements, making it the material of choice for applications where both fire resistance and thermal performance are required.
The material is halogen-free, requires no secondary thermal cure, and provides long-term indoor and outdoor environmental stability. It is capable of plating and painting.
Printed circuit board covers
UL94 V0; good electrical properties
Fluid flow and visualisation models
Rigid; >150°C HDT; flame-retardant
Rigid covers, hangers and brackets
High stiffness; 2,900 MPa flexural modulus
In-cabin parts (FAR 25/23.853)
Passes 12-second vertical burn at 3mm
Flame-retardant parts for trains and buses
Halogen-free; UL 746C GWIT/GWFI rated
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
58 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Tensile Modulus |
2,600 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Elongation at Break |
4% |
ASTM D638 |
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Flexural Strength |
100 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
2,900 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Notched Izod Impact |
10 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Unnotched Izod Impact |
50 J/m |
ASTM D4812 |
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Shore D Hardness |
85 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
>150°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 1.82 MPa |
89°C |
ASTM D648 |
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CTE below Tg |
98 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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Solid Density |
1.29 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
0.26% |
ASTM D570 |
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UL Flammability |
V0 @ 2mm, 3mm |
UL94 |
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GWIT |
750°C @ 2mm, 3mm |
UL 746C |
HI-TEMP 300 AMB is an ultra-high temperature resin available for DLP, SLA and Micro 3D Printing, with a heat deflection temperature of over 300°C at low stress (0.455 MPa) and no post thermal cure required. It is the most heat-resistant stereolithography material available, and is well suited to functional testing of components in applications including HVAC, consumer appliances, motor enclosures, fixtures, mounts and tooling.
HVAC components and ducting
Sustained exposure to high temperatures without deformation
Motor enclosures and stators
Structural integrity at elevated operating temperatures
Consumer appliance housings (white goods)
Withstands heat from internal components
Fixtures, mounts and jigs
Dimensionally stable under thermal load
High-temp fluid and gas flow visualisation
Translucent amber material allows internal inspection
Low-pressure moulding tooling
Suitable for expanding foams and rubber overmoulding
Overmoulding onto metal components
Compatible with standard overmoulding processes
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
59 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Tensile Modulus |
3,500 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Elongation at Break |
2.2% |
ASTM D638 |
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Flexural Strength |
117 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
3,400 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Izod Notched Impact |
10 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Izod Unnotched Impact |
70 J/m |
ASTM D4812 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
300°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 1.82 MPa |
124°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Shore D Hardness |
88 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) |
23°C |
ASTM E1640 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
0.36% |
ASTM D570 |
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Solid Density |
1.27 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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CTE -20 to 50°C |
74 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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CTE 75 to 180°C |
55 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
Note: HI-TEMP 300 AMB properties are isotropic across all print orientations.
PRO-BLK 10 is a production-grade black resin with thermoplastic-like mechanical properties, long-term environmental stability and no secondary thermal cure required. It is available as a DLP material, in addition to PSLA.
The material features long-term environmental stability, retaining mechanical properties under UV and humidity exposure. It requires no secondary thermal cure, making it well suited to fast-turnaround production workflows. PRO-BLK 10 is biocompatible capable per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10, and offers a UL94 HB flammability rating.
Motor housings and connectors
Thermoplastic-like rigidity; smooth surface finish
Snap-fits and functional assemblies
12% elongation at break supports deflection under load
Automotive interior and under-hood components
Good automotive fluid compatibility
Bridge manufacturing before hard tooling
Tool-less same-day production capability
Medical device components
Biocompatible capable per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10
General-use black plastic parts
Production-grade quality; simplified post-processing
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
63 MPa |
ASTM D412 |
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Tensile Modulus |
2,320 MPa |
ASTM D412 |
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Elongation at Break |
12% |
ASTM D412 |
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Elongation at Yield |
4.7% |
ASTM D412 |
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Flexural Strength |
92 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
2,290 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Izod Notched Impact |
24 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Izod Unnotched Impact |
614 J/m |
ASTM D4812 |
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Shore D Hardness |
79 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
70°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 1.82 MPa |
56°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) |
62°C |
ASTM E1640 |
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CTE below Tg |
71 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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CTE above Tg |
188 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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Solid Density |
1.16 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
1.16% |
ASTM D570 |
|
UL Flammability |
HB |
UL94 |
RUBBER-65A BLK is a mid-tear strength, production-grade rubber material with Shore 65A hardness and high elongation at break. It is suitable for seals, gaskets, grips and flexible components requiring both durability and elastomeric properties.
Seals and gaskets
Shore 65A hardness; production-grade rubber properties
Grips and ergonomic overmoulding
Elastomeric feel with good elongation at break
Flexible connectors and bellows
Mid-tear strength; durable under repeated flex
Functional rubber prototypes
Direct substitute for moulded elastomeric parts
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Shore A Hardness |
65 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Tensile Strength |
5 MPa |
ASTM D412 Die C |
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Elongation at Break |
126% |
ASTM D412 Die C |
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Tear Strength |
8.5 kN/m |
ASTM D624 Type T |
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Solid Density |
1.12 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
Tough 60C White is a versatile, biocompatible-capable white resin combining good impact strength, elongation and tensile strength for long-term use parts. It offers a clean, long-lasting bright white colour with an injection moulded-like surface quality and long-term indoor and outdoor environmental stability, tested to eight years (indoor) and 1.5 years (outdoor) per ASTM methods.
The material is autoclavable and biocompatible capable per ISO 10993-5 and ISO 10993-10, making it suitable for clinical trials, medical devices and load-bearing parts requiring dimensional stability over time. No secondary thermal cure is required.
Clinical trials and medical devices
Biocompatible capable per ISO 10993-5 and -10; autoclavable
Handles, cranks, knobs and levers
Good impact strength and tensile stiffness under load
Brackets, snap-fits and custom fasteners
7.1% elongation at yield supports snap features
Consumer products and wearable devices
Bright white colour; fine detail and accurate surface finish
Long-term functional prototypes
8-year indoor environmental stability
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Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
35 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Tensile Modulus |
1,500 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Elongation at Break |
23% |
ASTM D638 |
|
Elongation at Yield |
7.1% |
ASTM D638 |
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Flexural Strength |
52 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
1,500 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Izod Notched Impact |
34 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Izod Unnotched Impact |
90 J/m |
ASTM D4812 |
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Shore D Hardness |
79 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
65°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 1.82 MPa |
48°C |
ASTM D648 |
|
Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) |
50°C |
ASTM E1640 |
|
CTE below Tg |
95 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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Solid Density |
1.23 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
0.61% |
ASTM D570 |
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UL Flammability |
HB |
UL94 |
Tough FR V0 Black is a tough, flame-retardant black resin that passes UL94 V0 above 3mm wall thickness and FAR 25.853(a) above 2mm. It distinguishes itself from other flame-retardant DLP materials through its elongation at break of up to 44.6%, making it uniquely suited to applications where fire resistance must coexist with toughness and flexibility.
The material offers outstanding compatibility with fuel turbine oil, hydraulic fluid and IPA, and is capable of plating and painting. No secondary thermal cure is required. It shares base chemistry with the SLA version of Tough FR V0 Black, enabling production efficiencies where both processes are in use.
Aircraft electrical connectors, knobs and grommets
FAR 25.853 capable; tough and flexible
Printed circuit board covers
UL94 V0 @ 3mm; good electrical properties
Electrical and under-hood housings
Flame-retardant; good automotive fluid compatibility
Flame-retardant parts for trains and buses
UL94 V0; self-extinguishing
End-use high-volume small plastic parts
Production-grade; accurate and repeatable
|
Property |
Value (Metric) |
Test Method |
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Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
38 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Tensile Modulus |
1,400 MPa |
ASTM D638 |
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Elongation at Break |
44.6% |
ASTM D638 |
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Flexural Strength |
48 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Flexural Modulus |
1,300 MPa |
ASTM D790 |
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Notched Izod Impact |
35 J/m |
ASTM D256 |
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Unnotched Izod Impact |
770 J/m |
ASTM D4812 |
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Shore D Hardness |
78 |
ASTM D2240 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 0.455 MPa |
66°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Heat Deflection Temp @ 1.82 MPa |
51°C |
ASTM D648 |
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Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) |
6°C |
ASTM E1640 |
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CTE below Tg |
108 ppm/°C |
ASTM E831 |
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Solid Density |
1.31 g/cm³ |
ASTM D792 |
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Water Absorption (24 hr) |
1.03% |
ASTM D570 |
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UL Flammability |
V0 @ 3mm |
UL94 |
All stocked DLP materials are available with overnight (next working day dispatch), 3, 7 and 12-day production speeds. Compatible finishing options include support witness mark removal, bead blasting, lacquering, primer and paint finishes, blackout/EMI/RFI coating to internal surfaces, and assembly operations including threaded insert fitting.
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