SLA Prototyping

RESPONSIVENESS ~ FROM DESIGN TO DELIVERY™

In this process, a three-dimensional model is translated into a 3-D printing machine, which produced a foam-rubber like prototype in one step.

SLA Product Prototyping

Advantages:

  • The fastest option for prototyping because it's only one step
  • The least expensive option for prototyping
  • A good option to check fit and function if there is only compression force in the application

Disadvantages:

  • The resulting prototype has poor physical properties compared to the cast urethane and the actual part; poor tensile and poor elongation
  • A smaller range of hardness or durometer options is available
  • The prototype will have a different surface finish compared to either the cast urethane or the actual rubber prototype; slightly rougher and a bit porous.