Similar to injection molding, an extruder screw feeds plastic granulate through a nozzle "freeforms" the 3-dimensional structure without the need for a mold. Through the direct pellet-feedings system, open material selections can be made with the freedom of choice for color, hardness, and flexibility.
Machine: Arburg Freeformer 300-3X Material
Examples: PC/ABS (performance), TPU (flexible)
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Build Volume: 234 x 134 x 230 mm (XYZ)
Minimal Wall Thickness: 0.6-1.0 mm
Accuracy: ±0.1 mm
Layer Thickness: 0.2 mm