Stratasys has introduced an innovative new material to their range of industrial feedstock. The material is called Endur, and is being positioned as an advanced simulated polypropylene material, which is for use with all of the company’s additive manufacturing devices in the Objet EdenV, Objet Connex, Objet500 Connex3 and Objet 30Pro ranges. Stratasys has a broad and ever growing materials portfolio, which is further expanded by this durable, flexible addition.
Endur offers both high impact resistance and elongation at break for an output of truly tough parts. The material also has a heat-deflection temperature up to 129°F / 54°C and Stratasys states that it has excellent dimensional stability for its class. The properties make the new material suitable for a wide range of form, fit and assembly applications, which include moving parts, assembled parts, snap fit parts (for example lids and packaging cases) and flexible living hinges.
Stratasys’ product director for materials and applications, Fred Fischer said: “Beta field trials showed high user satisfaction with Endur for models and prototypes of polypropylene parts. During Beta testing, customers testing Endur acknowledged its toughness and flexibility, and they believed the material would address future needs. Due to Endur’s excellent simulated polypropylene properties, testing customers were able to address a variety of applications, including moving parts, snap-fit components and small cases and containers.”
Endur is available in bright white, with a smooth surface finish, which makes the material well-suited for prototyping household appliances, consumer goods, automotive parts and laboratory equipment, according to the company.
