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Printing materials for Markforged 3D printers

Basic Materials

Onyx delivers stiff, strong and accurate parts. It is 1.4 times stronger and stiffer than ABS and has an outstanding surface finish. Nylon parts are flexible and impact resistant. Onyx and nylon can each be reinforced with Markforged continuous fibre materials.
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Composites

A combination of two printing materials, composite parts are incredibly strong and versatile. Our unique manufacturing process allows you to print parts that are many times stiffer and stronger than typical 3D printed objects.
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Metal

The combination of proven MIM technology (Metal Injection Moulding) and our unique 3D printing platform allows you to use the same materials and processes in both prototyping and production.
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Basic materials (plastic matrix)

In Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), the printer heats the thermoplastic fibre until the melting point is almost reached. Through nozzles, the material is then applied layer by layer, creating a plastic matrix. Markforged 3D printers print all thermoplastics using this method.

ULTEM9085 Filament

Ultra high performance PEI thermoplastic, compatible with carbon continuous fibres.
APPLICATION:
High Temperature Tooling
Aircraft Interior Paneling
Aircraft Brackets, Handles, and Knobs
Custom Ducting
Composite Molds and Layup Tools
COMPATIBLE WITH:
FX20
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Onyx (Nylon/PA6 with Micro-Carbon Fibre)

Onyx is a technical thermoplastic. Onyx provides stiff, strong and precise parts. Alone, the material is already 1.4 times stiffer than ABS and can also be reinforced with any continuous fibre. Onyx raises the bar when it comes to surface texture, chemical resistance and heat tolerance.

Flexural Strength 71 MPa
Flexural Modulus 3,0 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7 FX20
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Onyx ESD (Nylon/PA6 with Micro-Carbon Fibre)

Onyx ESD is a static dissipative safe variant of Onyx – meeting stringent ESD safety requirements while offering excellent strength, stiffness, and surface finish.

Flexural Strength 83 MPa
Flexural Modulus 3,7 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
X7 FX20
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Onyx FR (Nylon/PA6 with Micro-Carbon Fibre)

Onyx FR is a flame-retardant version of onyx that has a thickness of 3 mm in accordance with UL94 V-0. This new material can be used to print applications where flammability is a concern.

Flexural Strength 71 MPa
Flexural Modulus 3,6 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
X7FX20
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Precise PLA

Precise PLA is an economical prototyping plastic, available in 8 colours, designed for reliable and accurate printing.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWO
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Nylon White

Nylon White is a technical thermoplastic that is stronger, stiffer, and more reliable. The material has a smooth, non-abrasive surface and can be stiffened with any continuous fiber. It is a versatile material with and without reinforcing fibers and can be used in the same printhead as onyx.

Flexural Strength 50 MPa
Flexural Modulus 1,4 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7 FX20
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Smooth TPU 95A

Smooth TPU 95A is a rubber-like material that when used with Markforged composite printers offers product developers and manufacturers the ability to create flexible, impact-absorbent parts on demand.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWO
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Composite printing materials (fibre reinforcement)

Continuous Filament Fabrication (CFF) is our unique and proprietary technology that adds fibre reinforcement to printed parts. Within the thermoplastic matrix continuous fibre strands are laid. The user decides which layers are amplified, in which direction the fibre is arranged and makes a choice of strengthening material.

Carbon Fibre

Carbon fibre has the highest power-to-weight ratio of any of our reinforcing fibres. Six times stronger and eighteen times stiffer than onyx, carbon fibre is used primarily in parts designed to replace aluminium parts.

Flexural Strength 540 MPa
Flexural Modulus 51 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
High-Strength Tools & Fixtures
Brackets & Mounts
Inspection/CMM Fixturing
Bespoke End-Use Parts
Functional Prototypes
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7 FX20
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Fibre Glass

Fibre Glass offers high strength at an affordable price. It is 2.5 times stronger and eight times stiffer than onyx and reinforces parts to provide strong and robust components.

Flexural Strength 200 MPa
Flexural Modulus 22 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7
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HSHT Fibre Glass

High Strength High Temperature (HSHT) Fibre Glass has aluminium-like strength and temperature resistance. It is five times as strong and seven times as stiff as onyx and best suited for use in high operating temperatures

Flexural Strength 420 MPa
Flexural Modulus 21 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7
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Kevlar

Lightweight, durable and strong. Kevlar® has excellent durability. This makes it the optimal material for repeated and sudden loads. It is as stiff as glass fibre, but much more stretchable, and is often used in gripper technology.

Flexural Strength 240 MPa
Flexural Modulus 26 GPa
COMPATIBLE WITH:
MARK TWOX7
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Metal Materials

The combination of proven MIM technology (Metal Injection Moulding) and our unique 3D printing platform allows you to use the same printing materials and processes in both prototyping and production.

17-4 Stainless Steel

17-4 stainless steel combines high strength, corrosion resistance and hardness and is therefore widely used in the aerospace, medical and petroleum industries. We use it for mounting devices and tools on the Metal X.
APPLICATION:
End-of-Arm Tools
Lightweight Brackets
General High-Wear Tooling
Functional Prototypes
Custom Wrenches & Sockets
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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H13 Tool Steel

H13 is a hot work steel widely used in die casting and tooling applications. Alloyed with chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium, it is known for its strength and resistance to thermal shock.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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A2 Tool Steel

A-2 tool steel is air hardened with excellent impact resistance. We use it for stamps, dies and molds on the Metal X.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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D2 Tool Steel

The high carbon and chromium content of D-2 tool steel provides high hardness and abrasion resistance (but not as hard as A-2). D-2 is often used for cutting tools.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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Inconel 625

The strength of Inconel 625, combined with its impressive heat resistance, makes it ideal for heat and pressure shielding. This super alloy is used in jet engines and medical applications and is very hard to work with.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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Copper (99,8 %)

Known for its high thermal and electrical conductivity, ductility, and machinability, copper is widely used in heat exchangers and electrical and construction applications.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
METAL X
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