Stratasys F370®CR
Accessible industrial composite printing for strong, stiff, carbon-fiber-reinforced parts and everyday manufacturing needs.
FDM®
FDM is a polymer additive manufacturing process used for selected tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and end-use applications. D2M helps clients review material fit, workflow control, documentation, operator training, and implementation route.
- Material route reviewed before production use
- Tooling and fixture workflows tied to application demand
- Documentation and operator workflow defined around the part
- System selection based on part size, material, and utilization
Process considerations
Screens candidate applications before equipment decisions are made.
Connects material choice to operating environment and documentation needs.
Defines operator workflow, inspection route, and handover requirements.
Supports localized production planning where the business case is clear.
How the Technology Is Assessed
FDM® should be evaluated against the application, material requirement, build or measurement envelope, operating environment, post-processing needs, and inspection route.
The process route is only one part of the system. Teams also need file control, operator workflow, quality records, maintenance planning, and clear approval points before the technology becomes an operating capability.
Why the Selection Process Matters
FDM® may be useful where its process characteristics match the application requirement. It should not be selected because it is available or familiar.
D2M compares candidate applications, materials, production constraints, inspection needs, and commercial assumptions before recommending a route. The result is a technology decision tied to workflow and governance, not a machine-led purchase.
Compare selected FDM® systems
Review selected systems against the specifications that matter for application fit and implementation planning. Scroll the table horizontally to compare all systems.
| Specifications |  StratasysStratasys F900 |  StratasysStratasys F770® |  StratasysStratasys Fortus 450mc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selection notes | When part size, material performance, and repeatability are mission-critical, the F900 delivers industrial scale without compromising mechanical integrity. | If part size matters, the F770 provides dependable, large-format FDM capability with lower total cost of ownership. | If you want industrial-grade capability without stepping into large-format territory, the 450mc offers proven reliability and strong ROI across multiple industries. |
| Product details | View Stratasys F900 | View Stratasys F770® | View Stratasys Fortus 450mc |
Application and industry context
Relevant industries
FDM can support industrial, aerospace-adjacent, and defense-adjacent workflows when material performance, inspection route, and documentation requirements are defined.
Application opportunities
Candidate FDM applications are reviewed against geometry, material requirement, operating environment, inspection route, and business case.
Systems and materials for FDM®
A selection of the products associated with this process, in the existing catalogue order. Open each complete catalogue to review the full range.
FDM system selection should be based on part size, material route, thermal requirements, operator workflow, documentation needs, and repeatability targets.
3D printers
Showing 6 of 9 related products. All FDM® printers
Stratasys Fortus 450mc
Industrial FDM for tooling and parts needing engineering thermoplastics.
Stratasys F190™CR
System route for application and workflow review.
Stratasys F900
High-capacity FDM engineered for reliable, precise, and consistent manufacturing at scale.
Stratasys F170™
Accessible industrial-grade 3D printing with dependable accuracy, easy operation and versatile materials for classrooms and offices.
Stratasys F370®
Accessible industrial FDM printing with reliable performance, versatile materials, and easy operation for office or shop-floor use.
FDM material selection depends on the operating environment, temperature exposure, mechanical requirement, inspection route, and approval pathway for the application.
Related materials
Showing 6 of 27 related products. All FDM® materials
ABS-M30
A stronger, tougher ABS material designed for reliable everyday industrial 3D printing.
ABS-M30i
ABS-M30i is an FDM ABS material for applications where OEM-documented biocompatibility, sterilization route, and operating requirements need to be reviewed.
FDM Support Materials
Breakaway and soluble support materials enabling complex FDM geometries.
Antero™ 800NA
Material route for application and process review.
ASA
UV-stable FDM thermoplastic for durable outdoor and infrastructure applications.
ABS-CF10
Carbon-fiber-reinforced ABS for strong, lightweight tooling and fixtures that outperform standard engineering plastics.
Related FDM® case studies
East/West Industries
East/West Industries Fortus 450mc FDM Case Study
Lockheed Martin Space
Lockheed Martin Antero 840CN03 FDM Aerospace Parts Case Study
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI)
General Atomics Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Case Study
Related insights and resources
Technical articles
- Designing Large FDM Parts Beyond the Build Envelope: Split Lines, Joints and Assembly
An oversized FDM structure can be manufactured in sections, but each split introduces load-transfer, alignment, machining, assembly and inspection requirements. Careful interface design determines whether those sections form a repeatable production assembly.
- Additive Manufacturing for UAS: Choosing the Right Process from Small Drones to Large Aircraft
A UAS programme may require compact PA12 parts in repeated batches, detailed subsystem hardware, large thermoplastic structures and composite tooling. Process selection depends on the component duty, production volume, downstream work, inspection and release requirements.
- Choosing an FDM Printer: Where the New F870 Fits
Compare Stratasys FDM systems for fixtures, large tooling and recurring part manufacture, including the new F870.
- Designing 3D-Printed Thermoforming Tools for Vacuum, Heat and Surface Control
A printed thermoforming tool can match the CAD surface yet produce incomplete draws, visible surface defects or unstable results. Effective tooling design connects geometry with airflow, heat response, sealing, mounting and measured forming trials.
Whitepapers
- Industrial 3D Printing Business Case
Learn how to evaluate the financial case for industrial 3D printing by reviewing utilization, material route, qualification effort, current supply constraints, and operating requirements.
- ABS-ESD7 Electrical Performance in FDM Parts
A technical evaluation of ABS-ESD7 FDM parts, reviewing measured electrical resistance across selected printers, orientations, geometries, and build conditions.
- Jigs and Fixtures: Evaluating FDM for Manufacturing Aids
Review how manufacturers evaluate FDM 3D printing for jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing aids by comparing application need, material route, workflow, and production constraints.
Evaluate FDM for Your Workflow
Review the FDM application, material route, system options, documentation needs, and operating model before scaling use.
- Application suitability review
- Material and system comparison
- Workflow and documentation planning
- Commercial fit assessment