Materials

How to Choose Tooling Materials for Medical Applications

Medical technology market revenues are expected to reach US $241.7 billion by 2028. This high-value market is only a part…

5 months ago

Thermoplastics vs. Thermosets: What’s the Difference?

Previously published on fastradius.com on March 16, 2020 When designing a part, it’s important to understand critical differences between comparable…

5 months ago

Key Differences for Acrylic and Polycarbonate Machining

Previously published on fastradius.com on November 16, 2022 Acrylic, also known as plexiglass or polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), and polycarbonate are both lightweight, transparent…

1 year ago

Know Your Materials: Polycarbonate (PC)

Previously published on fastradius.com on September 28, 2022 Since its development in the mid-20th century, polycarbonate (PC) has been an…

2 years ago

Examining the UV Resistance Qualities of Polypropylene and Nylon

Originally published on fastradius.com on September 21, 2022 There are countless thermoplastics on the market today, from acrylic to polyetherimide. Polypropylene and nylon…

2 years ago

A Guide to Understanding Additive Material Chemical Compatibility

Originally published on fastradius.com on June 6, 2022 People often turn to compatibility comparisons to understand how their product’s material…

2 years ago

What is Durometer? Understanding and Evaluating Plastic and Elastomer Hardness

Originally published on fastradius.com on May 23, 2022 During the beginning stages of any project, engineers and product teams should…

2 years ago

MJF vs. FDM: What You Need to Know

Originally published on fastradius.com on March 30, 2022 The additive manufacturing industry is older than many people think. In fact,…

2 years ago

What are the Strongest 3D Printing Filaments?

Originally published on fastradius.com on January 19, 2022 If you need a durable, high-performing part that can withstand heavy impacts…

2 years ago