Elastomer-X
Clear Photopolymer 3D Printing Resin
3D-printed parts from this material are exceptionally soft with a Shore A of 43 and has great flexibility.
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Elastomer-X Resin
Elastomer-X is a clear photopolymer resin and can be processed on most resin based 3D-printers. 3D-printed parts from this material are exceptionally soft with a Shore A of 43 and has great flexibility. The product can be used as received, or colored with almost any commercial available 3D-resin colorant.
Elastomer-X can be used on open DLP, LCD and SLA 3D-printers in the range of 385 – 420nm. Its properties simulate soft TPU and silicone which makes it perfect for the production digital lattice foams, soft end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robots, grommets, bellows and elastic industrial parts.
Elastomer-X Resin Technical Specifications
3D-printed parts from Elastomer-X are exceptionally soft with a Shore A of 43 and mimic soft TPU and silicone properties. Liqcreate Elastomer-X is compatible with open DLP, LCD, MSLA and SLA 3D-printers in the range of 385 – 420nm. Its low hardness of 43 Shore A and elongation up to 180% makes it perfect for the production of digital lattice foams, soft end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robots, grommets, bellows and elastic industrial applications.
Polymer Properties.
Mechanical Properties: UV post-curing
| Description | ASTM Method | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | D638 | 1.5 MPa | 0.22 ksi |
| Elongation at break | D638 | 140 – 180% | 140 – 180% |
| Tear strength | D624 | 10 – 12 kN/m | 10 – 12 kN/m |
| Compression set 24 hours at 22˚C | D395 | 1% | 1% |
| Shore A Hardness | D2240 | 43 | 43 |
| Water sorption | D570-98 | 1,5% | 1,5% |
| Glass transition temperature | DSC method | -5°C | 23°F |
| Degradation temperature | Internal method | >250°C | >482°F |
Liquid Properties
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Viscosity | 2000 cps at 25°C |
| Density | 1.18 g/cm3 |
| Ec (405nm) | 28.48 mJ/cm2 |
| Dp (405nm) | 0.28 mm |
| Ec (385nm) | 26.16 mJ/cm2 |
| Dp (385nm) | 0.11 mm |
Hazard Statements on CLP Product Label
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
Elastomer-X Resin Use Cases
Elastomer-X is perfect for the manufacturing of digital lattice foams, soft end of arm tooling (EOAT) for robots, grommets, bellows and elastic industrial parts.
