Nexa3D a US-based ultrafast polymer 3D printing solutions provider, has introduced an electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe resin for fabricating static-dissipative parts, utilizing Mechnano’s MechT technology.Mechnanois an Arizona-based start-up for AM polymers.
Mechnano’s technology is supported by almost a decade of development and research and is covered by 120+ issued and pending patents – according to the firm.
The new Nexa3D xESD, offers fundamental static-dissipative performance and isotropic mechanical properties, both of which are crucial in the electronics manufacturing industry. The material can also be utilized when handling vital electronic components on the production floor, says Nexa3D. According to Nexa3D, the xESD satisfies the need for quick manufacturing and prototyping by enabling users to quickly build unique fixtures, grippers, assembly aids, and enclosures without having to worry about ESD destroying expensive electronic components. By utilizing MechT technology, detangled and separated carbon nanotubes can be spread throughout an additive manufacturing material without re-clumping.In addition to ESD, the generated separate tubes can be customized to meet certain performance needs and provide formerly unachievable performance, of a 50% increase in tensile strength, a 200% increase in toughness, and an 850% improvement in tear resistance.
“Nexa3D’s new xESD provides an extremely valuable additive manufacturing solution for electronics applications and manufacturing,” said Bryce Keeler, President at Mechnano. “We’re excited MechT is now available on Nexa3D printers, and we look forward to working with them in the future on resins that answer the needs of additional industries.”
Advancing Resin 3D printing
“树脂3 d印制技术”一词是指一群AM techniques that solidify liquid photopolymers layer by layer. A liquid material undergoes photopolymerization, a chemical reaction that modifies its properties when exposed to light (UV, laser, etc.). These materials are known as photopolymers or light-activated resins scientifically, however, in 3D printing, they are often referred to simply as resins.
Previously,Jason Rolland, SVP, Materials at Carbon, provided additional commentaryfor the 3D Printing IndustryState of Resin 3D Printingseries. Rolland said, “we have only scratched the surface of what our platform is capable of,”Carbonis active in industries such as dental, life sciences, and automotive.
BCN3Dis a manufacturer of 3D printers with headquarters in Barcelona.BCN3D made its resin market debut with the release of its new viscous lithography manufacturing (VLM) 3D printing technology. The VLM process, which results from more than three years of research and development, aims to bring accessibility and high-performance materials together. It’s interesting to note that the technology will also support dual-material printing, enabling users to construct objects using two different resins simultaneously.
Technical specifications of Nexa3D resin printers
NXE 200Pro:
Build Volume
10.8 x 6.1 x 7.8 inch (275x x 155 x 200 mm)
Max Resolution
4K (3840 x 2160)
Pixel Pitch
76.5 µm (0.0030 in)
Wavelength
405 nm
Build Materials
UV Curable Plastics; xGPP-Translucent; XGPP-Grey; xPRO410; 3843-ABS-Black; xCE-Black; ABS-Black; xCE-White; xPP405-Black; xPP405-Clear; xPEEK147; x45-Natural; x45-Clear, x45-Black, xFLEX
NXD 200:
Build Volume
275 x 155 x 200mm (10.8 x 6.1 x 7.8 inch)
Max Resolution
4K resolution
Pixel Pitch
76.5 µm (0.0030 in)
Wavelength
405 nm
Build Materials
UV Curable Plastics:
KeyModel Ultra, KeySplint Soft, KeyGuide, KeyTray
NXE 400:
Build Volume
10.8 x 6.1 x 15.7 inch (274 x 155 x 400 mm)
Max Resolution
4K (3840 x 2160)
Pixel Pitch
76.5 µm (0.0030 in)
Wavelength
405 nm
Build Materials
UV Curable Plastics; xGPP-Translucent; XGPP-Grey; xPRO410; 3843-ABS-Black; xCE-Black; ABS-Black; xCE-White; xPP405-Black; xPP405-Clear; xPEEK147; x45-Natural; x45-Clear, x45-Black, xFLEX
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