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EPX 150

EPX 150 is an engineering-grade material that offers exceptional chemical resistance, high heat tolerance, and functional toughness.

Material Overview

With mechanical performance comparable to high-performance thermoplastics like PEEK and PSU, EPX 150 features a heat deflection temperature of 155°C and outstanding creep resistance. This material is ideal for producing parts with fine features, tight tolerances, and exceptional durability, expanding capabilities in industries requiring high-temperature and chemical resistance, such as automotive, medical, and industrial applications.

Key Features:

  • Chemical Resistance: Withstands exposure to harsh chemicals, making it perfect for applications requiring material stability in challenging environments.
  • High Heat Tolerance: Operates effectively at temperatures up to 155°C, providing reliable performance in high-heat applications.
  • Exceptional Creep Resistance: Maintains dimensional stability under mechanical stress, ensuring parts retain their shape over time.
  • Precision and Detail: Enables the production of intricate parts with tight tolerances, supporting complex geometries and fine features.

Color Option: Black

PropertyASTMMetric Units
Tensile StrengthD638M76 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs ModulusD638M2,700 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)D638M5%
Flexural StrengthD790M123 MPa
Flexural ModulusD790M2,980 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)D256A36 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)D648155 °C

DLS Technology

Digital Light Synthesis™ or DLS, is an innovative breakthrough in 3D printing using digital light projection together with oxygen permeable optics developed through Carbon’s CLIP™(Continuous Liquid Interface Production) technology.

Applications

Durable, Tough, and Precise Parts

  • Fluidic Routing and Manifolds: Engineers can design complex, unmoldable geometries and internal features that enhance part performance and streamline production.
  • High-Temperature Electrical Connectors: Ideal for automotive and industrial connectors requiring flame resistance, high stiffness, chemical stability, and precise detailing.
  • Autoclavable Medical Devices: Suitable for reusable medical devices that must withstand steam autoclave sterilization cycles, maintaining integrity through repeated high-heat exposure.

Advantages:

  • High Chemical and Heat Resistance: Exceptional durability in environments with harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures, making it ideal for specialized industrial applications.
  • Structural Integrity: With excellent creep resistance, EPX 150 ensures parts remain dimensionally stable even under prolonged mechanical stress.
  • Tight Tolerances: Allows for precise production of intricate features and complex assemblies, expanding design flexibility and reducing manufacturing constraints.
  • Smooth Surface Finish: Produces parts with a refined finish, minimizing the need for post-processing.

Disadvantages:

  • Specialized Equipment Required: Designed for Carbon’s DLS technology, limiting accessibility for users without compatible equipment.
  • Limited Color Options: Available primarily in black, which may restrict aesthetic options for applications requiring varied colors.

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