Material
Somos® PerFORM
Description
Somos® PerFORM produces strong, stiff, high temperature resistant composite parts that are ideal for tooling and wind tunnel testing applications.
Key Characteristics
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Heat Resistant • High Resolution/High Detail • Rigid
Applications
- Tooling
- Wind Tunnel Testing
- High-Temperature Testing
- Electrical Casings
- Automotive Housings
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength
9.9 ksi (UV postcure)
Tensile Modulus
1,520 ksi (UV postcure)
Elongation at Break
1.1% (UV postcure)
Flexural Strength
17.4 ksi (UV postcure)
Flexural Modulus
1,450 ksi (UV postcure)
Heat Deflection at 264 psi
180° F (UV postcure)
Resources
Technology
Stereolithography
Max Build Area
31 x 31 x 23 in
Lead Time
1 – 2 Days
Tolerances
First inch ± .005 in
Additional inches ± .0015 in
Layer Thickness
Normal resolution .004 in
Minimum feature .012 in
High-resolution .002 in
Minimum feature .006 in
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Stereolithography Design Considerations
Feature
Measurement
Supported Walls
.02 in
Unsupported Walls
.04 in
Supports & Overhangs
Base Support Otherwise 45 Degrees
Embossing & Engraving
Width: .016 in, Height/Depth: .016 in
Horizontal Spans
.08 in
Holes & Openings
.02 in
Connecting & Moving Parts
.03 in
Escape Holes
.04 in
Minimum Features
.008 in
Pin Diameter
.03 in
