3D printing materials from igus® are 50x more wear-resistant vs. standard materials
- 50 times more wear-resistant than standard 3D printing materials
- Comparable wear resistance to iglide injection-molded parts
- Optimized for friction and can be used without additional lubricant
- More than 30 years experience developing high-performance plastics for moving applications
- Tested in the industry’s largest test laboratory
- Order online – our 3D printing service is fast, easy & cost-effective
Breaking the (Injection) Mold: 3D Printing Whitepaper
Since its creation in the 1980s, 3D printing has evolved tremendously, with more printing technologies and material types available. Research shows that engineers in North America are optimistic about the future of 3D printing and believe new materials will help advance the industry.
This whitepaper details a new plastic material solution that allows engineers and product developers to print parts with wear rates comparable to certain injection-molded components. Learn more about the wear rates of 3D printed components vs. injection molded components.
Browse our Materials
SLS Powder Material
- High wear resistance and great strength for sliding applications and gears
- Best seller in 3D printing service
- Can be processed with suitable commercially available laser sintering machines
FDM Filament
- Materials for special requirements such as FDA, high-temperature & chemical resistance
- 1.75mm and 3mm diameters
- High wear-resistance
- Low coefficients of friction
DLP Resin
- World's first wear-resistant DLP resin
- 30-60x longer service life compared to conventional 3D printing resins
- Gears with the tooth module of 0.2 possible
- High level of detail: resolution up to 35 μm
Test Lab in Cologne, Germany
igus® continuously tests the tribological properties of its 3D printed parts based on DIN ISO 7148-2 inside our 41,000-square-foot lab in Cologne, Germany.We cover linear, pivoting and rotary movements on different types of shafts to ensure that our dry-running iglide® 3D printing materials will last up to 50 times longer than standard 3D printing materials inside moving applications.
Contact a 3D Printing Expert
Whether you're interested in turnkey, fully assembled solutions or looking to build your own customizable project, let us assist you with a solution based on your specific application and requirements. Contact us via the form below or call us at (800) 521-2747 to discuss your project today!
