Axtra3D Shows Its Expertise in Silicone 3D Printing and Molds at Formnext

Axtra3D is one of the up-and-coming companies on the AM landscape, having made a name for itself internationally with its Hi-Speed SLA systems. The proprietary Hybrid PhotoSynthesis polymerization (HPS) process and the flagship Lumia X1 solution are indicative of Axtra3D’s determination to not compromise on print throughput, accuracy, resolution or surface quality. Building on the international success of the Lumia X1 SLA system, Axtra3D has continued to develop and will be showcasing numerous innovations at Formnext 2024.

To further extend the applications possible with the Lumia X1, Axtra3D has developed TrueSil-X50, a 100% pure silicone without any additives. This is specially tailored for use with the Lumia X1 system and is expected to set new standards in silicone 3D printing. The new material is characterized by its performance and durability, as it can withstand harsh environmental conditions. Its low viscosity makes it easy to process using 3D printing and allows the creation of complicated geometries with fine details, going down to the micrometer range, to be implemented. Furthermore, in addition to high resolution and precision, the surface quality of parts is also not compromised. Users can make reliable, waterproof, electrically insulating and isotropic parts, and even designs with very thin walls and complicated designs can be implemented.

TrueSil-X50 is a 100% pure silicone for various applications.

These properties open a wide range of applications for TrueSil-X50, particularly in industry and healthcare. Specific applications include gaskets and seals, sanitary solutions, household appliances and food processing. In the medical sector, the flexible and biocompatible TrueSil-X50 can be used for implants, hearing aids and mouthguards, as well as anatomical models and applications in dentistry.