Take Your 3D CAD Designs from On-Screen to In-Hand with Realistic 3D Models
3D printing parts allow you to test the form, fit, and function of your design. Print assembly tools on the fly or manufacture small quantities of production parts. It’s all possible with our Stratasys 3D printer, the FORTUS 900 mc. This system creates objects from plastics using an additive manufacturing process. It simplifies and accelerates the process of making functional, durable prototypes.
Fused Deposition Modeling — 3D Prototype
Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is an additive manufacturing technology that builds functional prototypes and production parts layer-by-layer in engineering-grade thermoplastics.
Step 1: Pre-Process
From 3D CAD data, pre-processing software automatically slices, calculates support structures, and creates toolpaths that are optimized for the system.
Step 2: Produce Part
3D printing parts involves an additive process referred to as 3D modeling or printing. Extrusion heads lay down thermoplastic build and support material to create each layer.
Step 3: Remove Supports
Temporary support structures can easily be removed in our cleaning station. Soluble support material is automatically dissolved in a water-based solution.
Form, Fit, and Function
From single-use prototypes to short runs of end-use parts, 3D printing parts provide support to a wide variety of applications. Because of its ability to make detailed and intricate parts, FDM is well-suited to produce prototype parts to test the form, fit, and functionality of a part within a design.
Case Studies
We have several customers who are actively engaged in using FDM technology. We are producing their parts for concept models, prototypes, end use parts and more. Because of privacy agreements with current and potential customers we would like to direct you towards case studies released by Fortus 3-D Production Systems.
Find out how GVL Proto Poly can help you by using the FDM Technology and Fortus 900mc 3-D Production System. These case studies illustrate how FDM Technology can shorten design cycles, increase manufacturing efficiencies and maximize return on your investment.
