FORTUS FINISHING STATIONS™ - Stratasys - #1

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INJECTION MOLDED QUALITY The Fortus Smoothing Station™ and Burnishing Station™ utilize semi-automated processes that improve the surface fi nish of Fortus thermoplastic parts to near injection molded quality fi nish without the time and cost associated with traditional manual fi nishing techniques. The Smoothing Station and Burnishing Station work with the entire Fortus family of ABS thermoplastic materials including, ABS-P400, ABSi, ABSplus, ABSM30 and ABS-M30i. The Smoothing Station improves the surface fi nish of the part in a quick two-part process that requires virtually no preparation: Just expose the part in the smoothing chamber and allow the part to cure. The entire process involves only a few minutes of labor; the part is dry to touch in 30-45 minutes and fully cured in 12-18 hours. The surface can be further improved by creating a matte fi nish with the Burnishing Station. This optional, but highly recommended step is often preferred since the fi nish represents the satin look and feel of typical of injection molded parts. Stratasys Finishing Stations create a surface fi nish on a part that is ideal for painting, electroplating, or vacuum metallization. Smoothed parts also work well as mold masters for silicone molding, sand casting, or investment casting. Finally, smoothed parts are watertight and can be employed for applications requiring moderate air or water pressure. Target Applications Fortus Finishing Stations are ideal for applications where a smooth surface fi nish is desired: • Mold masters • Finish painting • Electroplating • Vacuum Metallization Or applications that require a sealed surface: • Liquid applications • Moderate air pressure applications • Moderate water pressure applications Real Results. Before smoothing After smoothing: • Small layer lines removed • Surface fi nish close to injection molded part FORTUS Smoothing StationTM FORTUS Burnishing StationTM 3D PRODUCTION SYSTEMS FORTUS FINISHING STATIONS™ REAL SMOOTH FINSIHES