Polymer Additive

BASF3280

BASF3280 is an advanced ceramic-filled resin designed for applications that require exceptional stiffness and high-temperature resistance.

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Material Overview

This innovative composite material offers superior mechanical properties, making it ideal for demanding applications such as tooling, molding, and wind tunnel testing. With its distinctive white, ceramic-like appearance and texture, BASF3280 is perfect for parts that need both functional performance and aesthetic quality.

Key Features:

Superior Stiffness: Provides excellent rigidity, making it suitable for high-stress applications that require durability and strength.
Temperature Resistance: Withstands high temperatures, maintaining its performance in extreme environments.
Easy and Fast Printing: Designed for efficient 3D printing, offering quick production without sacrificing quality.
High Suspension Stability: Ensures consistent material flow and quality throughout the printing process.

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	87 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	10,600 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	1.3%
Flexural Strength	D790M	73 MPa
Flexural Modulus	D790M	8,780 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	24 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	284 °C

HPS Technology

HPS Technology (Hybrid PhotoSynthesis) is an advanced 3D printing technology that combines multiple light sources, such as UV and LED, to cure photosensitive materials during the printing process. By utilizing these different energy sources simultaneously, HPS optimizes the curing process, allowing for faster print speeds, higher resolution, and improved material properties.

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Applications

High-Performance Ceramic-Filled Resin

BASF3280 delivers top-tier performance for industrial applications, combining stiffness, temperature resistance, and ease of printing into one versatile material. Whether for tooling, molds, or wind tunnel testing, BASF3280 ensures high-quality, durable results.

Tooling: Ideal for producing strong, durable tools that can withstand heavy use and high temperatures.
Molding: Excellent for creating molds that require high precision and heat resistance.
Wind Tunnel Testing: Perfect for aerodynamic models that need superior stiffness and temperature performance.

Advantages:

Superior Stiffness: BASF3280 offers exceptionally high stiffness, making it ideal for applications requiring rigid and durable parts, such as tooling and molds.
High Temperature Resistance: It can withstand extreme temperatures, making it suitable for high-heat environments, such as wind tunnel testing and molding applications.
Easy and Fast Printing: This material is designed for efficiency, providing rapid and reliable 3D printing without compromising the mechanical properties of the final product.
Ceramic-Like Appearance: BASF3280 has a unique white, ceramic-like texture and appearance, making it visually appealing for parts that need both aesthetic quality and functionality.
High Suspension Stability: Ensures consistent material distribution and print quality, reducing issues like clogging or inconsistent layer adhesion during printing.

Disadvantages:

Limited Flexibility: Due to its high stiffness, BASF3280 is not suitable for applications requiring flexibility or elasticity in the final product.
Specialized Use: The ceramic-filled resin is highly specialized, limiting its use to specific applications like tooling, molding, and wind tunnel testing. It may not be versatile enough for other general 3D printing needs.
Post-Processing Requirements: Like many high-stiffness materials, BASF3280 may require additional post-processing to achieve the desired surface finish or to remove supports, adding time and effort to the production process.

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