PolyJet 3D Printing Service
PolyJet is a 3D printing technology invented by Stratasys that jets thousands of material droplets layer by layer to create a solid 3D mode with over 500,000 unique colors, realistic texture simulation, and flexible and transparent materials. PolyJet is the fastest technology and smoothest surface in the Stratasys Direct arsenal.
PolyJet is the perfect solution for designers who want realistic models but have had to contend with inconsistent color results and rough finishes. PolyJet is capable of producing models indistinguishable from the real thing, allowing designers to incorporate texture, color, text, and fine features.
3D printing with PolyJet allows you to incorporate multiple materials into a single print resulting in quicker production of realistic parts and design iterations early in the product development life cycle.
Think of PolyJet (Monikers: Material jetting, photocuring, inkjet printing) like your home 2-D paper printer. Your 2-D color printer lays out minuscule droplets of color onto your paper, forming words and images.
In a similar fashion, PolyJet uses fine print head nozzles to deposit droplets of photocurable material in layers as fine as 16 microns (0.0006" inches) to form detailed 3-D parts.
Our engineering team uses Stratasys PolyJet software to load the file(s), at which time they will define the materials and colors used. Once the build file has the settings defined (type of machine used, materials, colors, other), then the file is sent to scheduling to get the order ready to build.
Each pass of the material jetting deposits one or more different materials including the support structure at the same time, cured as it is deposited via UV light. When one layer is cured, the build table lowers by a small increment (Z axis), then the next layer of material is deposited on top of the last layer. The process is repeated possibly thousands of times until a fully formed 3D model is manufactured.
The built parts are removed from the machine and are sent to the final step which is for support removal. The support removal is quite simple as it uses pressured water inside of a hood, where a technician sprays water across the part, with the support material dissolving into fine particles that are captured in a basket. What is left is a finely detailed part ready for your application.
With a range of photopolymers to address functionality and cosmetic needs, PolyJet 3D printing offers a cost-effective and efficient solution for prototyping or modeling. Using our wide variety of PolyJet materials, you can combine several different materials into a single model from flexible to rigid, transparent to opaque.
Ideal PolyJet applications include:
Vero is a rigid and durable photopolymer resin ideal for producing beautiful, realistic, dimensionally accurate concept models where feature definition and a smooth surface finish are required.
Learn moreAgilus is a PolyJet Photopolymer with superior tear resistance, capable of withstanding repeated flexing and bending. The ideal material for rapid prototyping and design validation, this rubber-like material simulates the look, feel and function of rubber-like products. Full color capable, 30-95 ShoreA.
Learn moreOvermolding is the process of manufacturing a component with flexible and rigid elements in a single build process. In the PolyJet Overmold process, the technology combines the rubber-like Agilus material (the overmold) with the VeroWhite material (the substrate) according to the design specifications.
Learn moreDigital ABS Plus™ is designed to simulate standard ABS plastics by combining high-temperature resistance with toughness.
Learn moreEvaluate design iterations and bring ideas to life fast with PolyJet.
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Take advantage of PolyJet’s multi-color and multi-material print options for true-to-product aesthetics.
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Order true to life anatomical models for realistic treatment simulations.
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Stratasys Direct, the 3D printing arm of Stratasys means you get parts manufactured by the experts who invented PolyJet. Our PolyJet 3D printing services are backed by more than just the Stratasys industry leadership but also the latest hardware, material, and software to ensure you get the highest quality prints every single time.
The use of PolyJet in a range of industries has led us to develop unique solutions in post-processing and material development in order to serve customers with versatile needs.
With quality certifications ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications and ITAR registration, our engineers won’t rest until your requirements are met for precise parts.
PolyJet is extremely fast – the fastest of all our technologies.
The actual turnaround time depends on the size of the component and desired resolution. We have shipped the next day but we ship most parts within 2 or 3 days of receiving the order.
PolyJet is excellent at producing fine feature detail. At its highest resolution, PolyJet can build in layers as thin as 0.00063” inches (0.016mm). The recommended minimum wall thickness is 0.040" inches (1.01mm)
Yes, they can be used in some production and end-use applications. At Stratasys Direct, we have internal production uses of PolyJet.
However, PolyJet materials are photocured resin which means mechanical properties deteriorate with extended exposure to UV light. As a note, many of our PolyJet models that we have around our shop have been around for over a decade.
Some high-requirement production applications are better suited to technologies that utilize thermoplastics like FDM, SAF, or SLS technologies.
