Digital ABS Plus

Digital ABS Plus for Strong, Heat-Resistant 3D Printed Parts

Technical Overview

Digital ABS Plus is a specified PolyJet™ photopolymer composite engineered to simulate the properties of production-grade ABS plastic. By combining materials during the printing process, it produces parts with superior toughness, durability, and heat resistance. Its key differentiator is the ability to create dimensionally stable, high-detail components with the strength needed for functional testing, manufacturing aids, and end-use applications.

Performance: Durability and Thermal Stability

Engineered to withstand significant mechanical stress, Digital ABS Plus offers excellent impact strength (up to 115 J/m) and moderate heat resistance. The material's heat deflection temperature can be increased to 95 °C with a simple post-curing thermal treatment, ensuring parts remain stable and functional in elevated temperature environments. This combination of toughness and thermal performance makes it a reliable choice for components that must endure real-world operating conditions.

Performance: Biocompatibility and Precision

This material produces highly accurate parts with specified surface quality, minimizing the need for post-processing. As a biocompatible material, Digital ABS Plus is certified for permanent skin contact (more than 30 days) and limited contact with tissue and bone (less than 24 hours), making it suitable for creating medical devices, surgical guides, and wearable prototypes that require sterilization.

Design and Processing

Digital ABS Plus is printed using PolyJet technology and is compatible with both water-jet removable (SUP705) and soluble (SUP706B) support materials, allowing for design freedom and the creation of complex internal geometries. The choice of support material enables a streamlined workflow, from printing to finished part.

Lifecycle: From Functional Prototypes to Production Tools

The material's defined properties bridge the gap between prototyping and production. Digital ABS Plus is ideal for creating high-fidelity functional prototypes that closely mimic the final product's look, feel, and performance. Furthermore, its strength and durability make it an excellent choice for producing custom manufacturing aids, including jigs, fixtures, and short-run injection molds.