Nano-particle modeling material.

* high modulus

* elevated temperature performance

This company has introduced NanoForm 15120, a composite stereolithography material that incorporates hang-particle technology. The material exhibits many properties similar to fused deposition materials and glass-filled polyamide sintering materials, with the accuracy and precision inherent in stereolithography. Mechanical performance includes an exceptionally high modulus of > 5000 MPa, and an elevated temperature performance (HDT) of >132[degrees]C. According to the company's application development & technical service manager, Matt Cantwell, "The composite technology of NanoForm contributes to exceptional dimensional stability, low shrink, and low coefficient of thermal linear expansion. The material is processed in an identical manner to unreinforced liquid SL resins, requiring no mixing or other special handling."

DSM Somos, New Castle, DE. Circle 230, or www.rsleads.com/403df-230

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