Announcement of Latest ST-130 Materials and Fortus 900mc Acceleration Kit
Launch of ULTEM 9085 Aerospace-Grade Filament with Precise Tracking Capabilities

Stratasys announced four major improvements to Stratasys FDM® (Fused Deposition Modelling) 3D printers for industrial applications, including the latest ST-130 material and the Fortus 900mc Acceleration Kit.

These improvements have made it possible to optimize the production of functional prototypes, manufacturing tools, and end-user parts for manufacturing applications requiring the most stringent conditions.



Sacrificial tooling is a tooling method in which a 3D-printed mold is wrapped in a composite material and then removed after the part is cured, which allows manufacturers to quickly and economically produce complex, hollow composite parts.

Stratasys has further enhanced this sacrificial tooling process with the newly released ST-130 material and new fill patterns. The latest material and fill patterns rapidly melt the material and provide faster production speeds, improved autoclave performance, and significantly enhanced tool quality. The latest sacrificial tooling solutions are available for Fortus 450mc and 900mc 3D printers.

To reduce production time and costs associated with manufacturing parts and tooling, Stratasys has launched the Fortus 900mc Acceleration Kit. Developed for Stratasys’ most powerful FDM 3D printers, this latest kit enables 3D printing of very large structures up to three times faster and is currently available for ASA and ULTEM™ 1010 materials.

Easily manufacture complex and hollow composite parts with the latest 'Sacrificial Tooling Solution'

Aerospace engineers and companies require materials with precise specifications and traceability for prototypes and end-user components. ULTEM 9085 Aerospace-grade filaments are manufactured to meet the requirements of aerospace specifications. Identical to standard ULTEM 9085 materials, these modern aerospace materials support full production traceability that complies with stringent aerospace requirements. Upon ordering, ULTEM 9085 Aerospace-grade filaments come with a Stratasys Certificate of Compliance, along with traceability documentation and an analysis approval certifying batch material properties.

Therefore, engineers can produce prototypes faster to avoid time-to-market delays and high costs for new aerospace designs caused by design changes in the later stages of development. In addition, the ULTEM 9085 Aerospace is highly suitable for small-batch production and custom tool applications.

Addition of a system using high-strength PC-ABS material

PC-ABS is characterized by high durability and a smooth matte finish, making it ideal for demanding applications such as power tool prototyping and industrial equipment manufacturing. PC-ABS material is now available on Fortus 380mc and 450mc 3D printers, allowing for reduced time-to-market and high tooling costs for small-batch and custom manufacturing. By 3D printing with actual engineering thermoplastics, it is possible to produce stronger parts, perform more rigorous testing, and create prototypes that closely resemble the material properties of the finished product.

Ryan Sybrant, Director of Manufacturing Marketing and Implementation at Stratasys, stated, “Ideal for the automotive, aerospace, and sporting goods industries, the new ST-130 enables the production of composite parts by utilizing sacrificial tooling more quickly and economically.” He added, “These new improvements are the result of Stratasys’ efforts to help manufacturing customers succeed by maximizing the effectiveness of Stratasys FDM 3D printing solutions.” He further noted, “Each new feature will address specific manufacturing requirements for rapid and easy production needed in new industrial applications.”