High Temperature
High heat loads, demanding environments, and uncompromising performance make high‑temperature 3D printing a powerful tool on and off the production line. From first prototype near the heat source to end‑use component in the hot zone, every degree and every detail counts.
Advantages
Smarter parts, fewer limits.
Additive manufacturing lets you integrate cooling channels, ribs, insulation zones, and mounting features directly into parts that sit close to engines, heaters, or tooling. This design freedom helps you optimize airflow, heat distribution, and stiffness exactly where the temperature load is highest.
You can prototype and refine parts in real high‑temperature materials (like PEEK/PEI‑class polymers or specialized resins) without waiting for tooling, then adjust geometry based on test results from the actual hot environment. That shortens development cycles for under‑the‑hood components, hot‑end tooling, or fixtures near ovens and injection molds.
High‑temperature 3D printing makes it practical to produce small batches and spare parts that must withstand sustained heat, chemicals, and mechanical loads without deforming. This is valuable for replacement brackets, covers, or inserts in automotive, aerospace, and industrial equipment, reducing downtime and inventory.
Possibilities
High‑temperature‑resistant parts are used around engines, heaters, and hot process zones where conventional plastics would deform. Typical examples include brackets and clips near exhaust systems, hot‑end covers on 3D printers, or sensor mounts close to ovens and injection molds, where stable geometry at elevated temperatures is critical.
These materials enable jigs, fixtures, and tooling inserts that operate close to heat sources without losing dimensional accuracy. For example, you can use them for fixtures inside curing ovens, hot‑form tools, or end‑of‑arm tooling near heated processes, allowing repeated thermal cycling without rapid wear or warping.
High‑temperature parts play a role in insulating and protecting electronics and wiring in thermally demanding applications. Use cases include coil forms, terminal blocks, connector housings, or cable guides in switchgear, power electronics, or industrial control cabinets, where parts must withstand continuous elevated temperatures while maintaining mechanical and dielectric performance.
Materials
Somos® PerFORM™ is the preferred material for applications demanding strong, stiff composite parts with high temperature resistance. With a tensile strength of 68 MPa, flexural strength of 120 MPa, and an exceptional flexural modulus of 10,000 MPa, it delivers outstanding stiffness and excellent heat tolerance – capturing fine details even in large-format components.
When combined with Somos® PerFORM™, the Stratasys® Neo®800+ becomes a go-to solution for producing strong, rigid, high-temperature components that stand up to the toughest industrial demands. This large-format SLA 3D printer is built for high-speed, precise manufacturing, powered by a 4‑watt, 355 nm solid-state laser with dynamic beam focus ranging from 120–750 μm and scanning speeds up to 20 m/s (790 in./s).
Materials
Somos® ProtoTherm™ 12120 is a high-temperature SLA resin from Stratasys, engineered for strong, dimensionally stable parts that withstand heat and humidity. Ideal for detailed prototypes and functional testing, it offers precision, surface finish, and thermal resistance up to 121 °C (250 °F). The resin delivers a heat deflection temperature of 110.7–126.2 °C after thermal postcure, tensile strength of 70–77 MPa, and a flexural modulus of 3,060–3,320 MPa.
The combination of Somos® ProtoTherm™ 12120 resin and the Stratasys Neo®450s printer supplies great performance for high-temperature prototyping and functional parts, leveraging full material compatibility and the printer's precision capabilities. Its build volume measures 450 × 450 × 400 mm, with layer thicknesses from 50–200 μm and minimum feature resolution of 0.006 in. (0.15 mm) in X/Y.
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ATARU™ is a high-performance UV-curable resin by Nano Dimension for DLP-based 3D printing, offering exceptional thermal resistance exceeding 300°C, high tensile strength, and low dielectric loss. Key mechanical properties include a tensile modulus of 5,790 MPa, flexural strength of 121 MPa, and Izod impact strength of 170 J/m, with an HDT above 300°C at 0.45 MPa. Its low viscosity (~885 mPas at 23°C) ensures broad DLP printer compatibility and high surface quality.
The Nexa3D® XiP Pro is an industrial-grade resin 3D printer and one of the best options for printing ATARU. It utilizes patented LSPc technology for high-speed vat photopolymerization, offering a build volume of 292 × 163 × 410 mm and an XY resolution of 46 µm via a 7K monochrome LCD, with Z layer thicknesses ranging from 25–200 µm.
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Nexa3D® and BASF have developed xCERAMIC3280, also known as Ultracur3D® RG 3280 — a white ceramic composite resin that combines stiffness and high heat resistance with a ceramic look and feel, opening up new possibilities for 3D printing such as wind tunnel test models, electronic housings and enclosures, and even household goods.
The low viscosity of xCERAMIC3280 enables incredibly fast printing, achieving high detail fidelity and strong mechanical properties in just minutes. HDT @ 0.45 MPa: 205°C (60 min UV post-cure) / 278°C (60 min UV post-cure + 2 hrs at 150°C). HDT @ 1.82 MPa: 120°C (60 min UV post-cure) / 153°C (60 min UV post-cure + 2 hrs at 150°C)
The Nexa3D® XiP Pro printer is one of the ultrafast resin 3D printers purpose-built for xCERAMIC3280. Nexa3D®'s unique LSPc® technology enables the rapid production of high-temperature-resistant parts with high resolution within just a few hours.
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Stratasys® ULTEM™ 9085 is a high-performance thermoplastic with exceptional physical and mechanical qualities, ideal for high-demand and specialist applications. It is one of the strongest Stratasys® FDM materials, and its high strength-to-weight ratio makes it ideal for high-strength, low-weight applications. ULTEM™ 9085has strong impact resistance, excellent chemical tolerance, and meets various industry standards for flame, smoke, and toxicity.
The Stratasys® F900™ pairs exceptionally well with ULTEM™ 9085 for demanding production environments. This combination delivers parts with heat deflection temperatures exceeding 160°C at 1.82 MPa, tensile strength over 60 MPa, and low dielectric constant, ideal for jigs, fixtures, and end-use components in automotive and defense sectors. High-throughput printing on the F900™ supports serial production without compromising detail or strength uniformity.
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Stratasys® Antero® 800NA is a PEKK-based FDM thermoplastic engineered for extreme environments, delivering high strength, superior heat and chemical resistance, low outgassing, and dimensional stability. It offers a tensile strength of 93 MPa (XZ), heat deflection temperature of 150°C at 66 psi, and notched impact strength of 37 J/m (XZ). Combined with the design freedom of FDM, Antero® 800NA enables complex geometries without machining restrictions.
The Stratasys® F900™ and Antero® 800NA make a compelling combination for manufacturers working in demanding environments. The F900™'s large build volume of 914 × 610 × 914 mm and tight accuracy of ±0.127 mm give Antero 800NA's PEKK-based properties room to shine – producing strong, chemically resistant, and dimensionally stable parts that hold up under extreme conditions. Best of all, the design freedom of FDM means complex geometries are no longer limited by traditional machining constraints.
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With a Heat Deflection Temperature of up to 180°C at 0.45 MPa and a tensile strength of 72 ± 2 MPa, Nexa3D® PA11 CF offers reliable performance under moderate to elevated thermal loads. Its combination of thermal stability, impact resistance, and chemical resilience makes it a strong candidate for functional parts exposed to heat, mechanical stress, or harsh environments.
Paired with the Nexa3D QLS260 – featuring a 60W laser, a 230 x 230 x 250mm build volume, and build speeds of up to 22mm/hour – PA11 CF enables high-throughput production of dense, low-porosity parts with excellent surface quality, maximizing stiffness, fatigue resistance, and dimensional stability under thermal load.
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