Formlabs High Temp Resin, 5 L

Take your Additive Manufacturing to an industrial level with the Formlabs High Temp Resin, 5L, an engineering material developed for professionals who demand exceptional thermal performance. This large-volume container is designed for high-throughput production and requires a Resin Pump for operation, ensuring a continuous, uninterrupted workflow.

Featuring the highest Heat Deflection Temperature in the entire manufacturer's catalogue, it is the definitive solution for creating precise prototypes and end-use parts that must withstand extreme heat without deforming. Whether you are developing complex machinery or conducting environmental stress testing, this resin delivers the reliability and precision you need.

Unrivalled Thermal Stability of the Formlabs High Temp Resin

Defying Extreme Heat

The defining characteristic of this photopolymer is its remarkable temperature resistance. With a Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of 238 °C at 0.45 MPa, the Formlabs High Temp Resin, 5L outperforms all standard resins in its class. This makes it an indispensable tool for engineers and designers who need to simulate the thermal properties of high-performance thermoplastics. By choosing this material, you ensure that your components maintain their dimensional accuracy and structural integrity even when exposed to intense heat sources.

Rigidity and Millimetre-Precise Accuracy

Beyond its thermal capabilities, this resin offers excellent rigidity and a superb surface finish. It is specifically formulated to produce parts with fine details and sharp edges, making it ideal for complex designs. Bear in mind, however, that the material has very low flexibility. It is not suited to snap-fits or living hinges, but excels in static applications where rigidity is paramount. The 5L format enables continuous printing of large batches, maximising the efficiency of your Formlabs ecosystem.

Key Applications in Engineering and Manufacturing

Versatile Industrial Uses

The unique properties of Formlabs High Temp Resin open up a wide range of possibilities. It is used extensively to create heat-resistant supports, housings, and fixtures that operate in high-temperature environments. It is also the ideal choice for prototyping parts that will be subjected to hot air, gas, or fluid flow. Its ability to withstand high temperatures makes it equally well-suited to vulcanisation processes and electronics encapsulation.

Rapid Tooling

One of the most powerful applications of this material is the creation of rapid tooling. It is excellent for printing moulds and inserts used in low-volume injection moulding or thermoforming. This allows manufacturers to bridge the gap between prototyping and mass production, testing designs with real production materials without the high cost of metal tooling. The stability of the resin ensures that moulds retain their shape under the heat and pressure of the moulding process.

Workflow and Post-Processing Recommendations

Printing Best Practices

To achieve optimal results with the Formlabs High Temp Resin, 5L, it is essential to follow certain guidelines. The material supports layer heights of 25, 50, and 100 microns, allowing you to balance speed and resolution. Due to its rigidity, parts should always be printed with supports to avoid adhesion issues with the build platform. In addition, if you are using a standard resin tank, the optical film should be inspected regularly, as this high-performance material can shorten the tank's service life.

Essential Post-Curing Steps

Post-processing is critical to unlocking the full mechanical properties of this resin. After printing, parts must be washed in isopropyl alcohol (IPA) to remove uncured material, but immersion times should be limited to 6 minutes to prevent solvent absorption. Following washing, a thorough thermal post-curing step is mandatory. This completes the polymerisation process, ensuring the part reaches its maximum strength and Heat Deflection Temperature, leaving it ready for real-world application.

Technical Specifications

• Product Name: Formlabs High Temp Resin, 5L
• Container Volume: 5 Litres (Resin Pump Required)
• Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): 238 °C @ 0.45 MPa (V2), 289 °C @ 0.45 MPa (V1)
• Technology: Stereolithography (SLA)
• Material Type: Translucent Engineering Resin
• Tensile Strength (Post-cured): 58 MPa
• Tensile Modulus (Post-cured): 2.8 GPa
• Elongation at Break (Post-cured): 3.3%
• Flexural Modulus (Post-cured): 2.6 GPa
• Compatible Printers: Form 1+, Form 2, Form 3/3+, Form 3B/3B+, Form 3L/3BL, Form 4/4B, Form 4L/4BL
• Compatible Resin Tanks: Form 2 Standard, Form 2 LT, Form 3 Tank (all), Form 3L Tank (all), Form 4 Tank, Form 4L Tank
• Layer Thickness: 25, 50, 100 microns (depending on printer model)
• Shelf Life: 24 months recommended
• Recommended Applications: Components for hot air/fluid flow, moulds, inserts, heat-resistant fixtures, vulcanisation.

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