World's 1st wear-resistant DLP resin for 3D printing of custom wear parts and gears

iglide® i3000 is the world's first 3D printing resin developed specifically for DLP 3D printing of wear parts and gears. Its service life is at least 30 to 60 times that of conventional 3D printing resins, so iglide® i3000 is suitable for any kind of wear application. Enrichment with solid lubricants makes the 3D-printed components dry-running and low-maintenance. iglide® i3000 can also withstand long-term application temperatures of up to 176°F (80°C).

In the 3D printing service, igus processes its own iglide i3000 resin in the classic DLP process with a high resolution that allows detailed shapes and recesses. In addition, the UV wavelength of 385nm can reduce excessive curing and ensure a more precise shape.

The high print resolution suits this process well to very small components. Gears with a 0.2 tooth module can be manufactured without any problems. But other special components requiring filigree recesses or ultra-fine drill holes can also be produced in resin 3D printing, conserving resources and reducing costs.

A major advantage of 3D printing using the DLP process is the time saved. Unlike the SLA process, in which each dot is lasered individually, the DLP process cures the resin surface-by-surface, so build time is a fraction of that required for SLA. The resolution is also greatly increased (up to 27µm pixels), and even the most filigree components can be created in resin 3D printing.