3D printer manufacturer Stratasys and Japanese chemical giant Shin-Etsu Chemical have announced the commercial supply of a pure silicone material, “P3 Silicone 25A,” developed specifically for 3D printing. This new material is optimized for the Stratasys Origin® One DLP (Digital Light Processing) 3D printer and is noted for its high-performance characteristics such as flame retardancy and biocompatibility.
As the long-awaited “true silicone” material, “P3 Silicone 25A” combines excellent physical properties, long-term reliability, and high-precision molding capabilities. Additionally, it features flame retardancy and biocompatibility, making it suitable for widespread applications in industrial and medical fields.
Its potential applications are extensive, covering seals, gaskets, shock-absorbing materials, soft components for wearable devices, and various industrial rubber parts. Flexible components that were previously difficult to manufacture through 3D printing can now benefit from reduced delivery times and lower inventory costs, helping to improve production line efficiency and enhance the flexibility of parts supply.
In the future, Stratasys plans to continue expanding the Origin ecosystem around DLP technology through its exclusive partnership with Shin-Etsu Chemical, aiming to establish its leadership position in the elastomer materials market.
The material is now available in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) and APAC (Asia-Pacific) regions, with a launch planned for the United States in the second half of 2025, while the launch date in the Chinese market remains unknown.
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