Polymer Additive

EvoLVe™ 128

Somos® EvoLVe™ 128 is a high-performance SLA (Stereolithography) material that offers the look and feel of traditional thermoplastics, making it nearly indistinguishable from conventionally manufactured parts.

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Material Overview

Known for its durability, accuracy, and ease of finishing, EvoLVe™ 128 is ideal for creating tough, functional prototypes, snap-fit designs, and jigs and fixtures. With high detail and precision, this material provides significant time, cost, and material savings throughout product development.

Key Features:

Thermoplastic-Like Finish: EvoLVe™ 128 delivers a look and feel that closely resembles traditional thermoplastics, ideal for realistic prototypes and functional testing.
Durable and Tough: With excellent strength and impact resistance, this material is perfect for parts that undergo regular handling and functional testing.
High Accuracy and Detail: Produces finely detailed, accurate parts, ensuring precise fits for complex assemblies and prototypes.
Easy Finishing: Designed for smooth, quick post-processing, resulting in polished parts ready for testing and presentation.

Color Option: White

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	58.8 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	2,964
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	11%
Flexural Strength	D790M	NA
Flexural Modulus	D790M	2,654 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	38.9 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	52.3 °C

SLA Technology

SLA (Stereolithography) is a cutting-edge 3D printing technology that uses a UV laser to cure liquid resin into highly detailed and precise solid parts. Known for its ability to create smooth, accurate, and complex designs, SLA is widely used across industries for a variety of applications, from prototyping to final-use parts.

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Durable & Versatile

Applications

Jigs & Fixtures: Durable and precise, EvoLVe™ 128 is ideal for manufacturing reliable jigs and fixtures used in various industries.
Snap-Fit Designs: Perfect for snap-fit components that need flexibility and resilience, ideal for consumer and industrial products.
Consumer Products: Create realistic prototypes that mimic finished consumer goods, aiding in product design and testing.
Tough, Functional Prototypes: Produce prototypes for rigorous testing across aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronic applications.
Industry-Specific Applications: Well-suited for industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics where functional testing is crucial.

Advantages:

Realistic Thermoplastic Feel: Provides a close match to traditional thermoplastics in both look and performance, making it an excellent choice for realistic prototyping.
Durability and Strength: Withstands mechanical stress and impact, making it ideal for tough, functional prototypes and parts.
Cost and Time Efficiency: Enables fast, accurate prototyping, reducing the time and material costs associated with traditional manufacturing.
Easy Post-Processing: Designed for quick finishing, saving time in product development and allowing parts to be test-ready faster.

Disadvantages:

Limited Color Options: Available only in off-white, which may restrict aesthetic choices for prototypes requiring specific color specifications.
Limited Flexibility: While strong and durable, EvoLVe™ 128 may not be ideal for applications needing high flexibility or elasticity.

Somos® is a registered trademark, and EvoLVe™ is a trademark of Stratasys Ltd. References to EvoLVe™ 128 or Somos® EvoLVe™ 128 are used strictly for cross-reference, technical material identification, and compatibility purposes. This website is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Stratasys Ltd.

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