Plastic Pellets – Dev https://dev.additiveplus.com Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:55:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://dev.additiveplus.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-AdditivePlus-Logo-Vertical-Dark-32x32.png Plastic Pellets – Dev https://dev.additiveplus.com 32 32 shopengine_activated_templates a:1:{s:6:"single";a:1:{s:4:"lang";a:1:{s:2:"en";a:1:{i:7;a:3:{s:11:"template_id";i:53939;s:6:"status";b:1;s:11:"category_id";s:3:"912";}}}}} TPE https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/tpe/ Sat, 23 Nov 2024 01:36:07 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58349 High strength and flex elastomer

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This TPE-based high-strength and flexibility elastomer is ideal for topologically optimized pliable structures, such as cushions and seating. It is tested up to 90 Shore A and 80°C (176°F) as working temperature, and it is extensively used to print large-scale rubber-like parts for furniture, seating, and design-related components.


Color: Natural white
Ideal for large rubber-like topologically optimized pliable structures, like cushions and seating extruders HA, HV, HF

Case Study

Domino 3.0: Generated Living Structure” designed by Kengo Kuma & Associates for the Biennale Architettura 2025, is an architectural synthesis that explores the dialogue between nature and advanced production, showing how robotic additive manufacturing technologies and organic elements can redefine the future of construction.

Concept development
The creative inspiration behind the project originates from Storm Vaia, which ravaged the forests of northern Italy in 2018, uprooting thousands of trees. In response to this immense natural devastation, architect Kengo Kuma salvaged several of these fallen trunks, transforming them into raw materials to reinterpret the very essence of architecture. Once recovered from the forest, the logs were 3D scanned by D3 Wood to capture the unique features of their organic shapes. This digital analysis enabled the design of custom joints, turning the irregular timber into components suitable for architectural construction.

Initially, Kuma had considered using transparent PETG for the production of the joints. However, following an exploratory visit to Caracol, he was struck by the performance and flexibility of TPE – a thermoplastic elastomer which can be used for cushioning, flexible structures, or logistics applications. Impressed by its versatility, he ultimately chose this material as a more suitable alternative for the project.

 

 

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Technical details:

  • Technology: Heron AM 300 – HV extruder
  • Material: TPE
  • Nozzle size: 5 mm
  • Dimensions: 400 x 650 x 700 mm
  • Weights: 27 to 54 kg (based on the shape)
  • Post-processing: none
  • Process optimization: managing complex geometries with structural infills tailored to mechanical and design needs
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PA6 https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/pa6/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 22:09:05 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58346 Polyammide 6

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A flame retardant polyammide (V0 class according to UL94), it has been certified for several sectors such as railways sector (EN45545).

Polyamide 6 (PA6) is the most common extruded polyamide. It is known in industry for its good damping properties and impact resistance, as well as good toughness at low temperatures. It is ideal for bearings and gears, for example, as they would run quietly.

This material combines mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance.

PA6 pellets do not incorporate recycled or reclaimed material. Thanks to these qualities, PA6 pellets are perfect for 3D printing, achieving high print quality. There are several methods for using pellets in 3D printing:

PA6 pellets can be used in the manufacture of filament for FDM 3D printers.
It is possible to use a pellet extruder for 3D printing directly.


PA6 pellets have a high sensitivity to humidity and should be kept in dry conditions (relative humidity of 20% or less) at all times. For optimal results, it is recommended to read the product usage advice.

PA6 pellets are designed for best results in 3D printing and is an ideal material for use in the automotive industry or for functional prototyping.

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HDPE https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/hdpe/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 21:19:07 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58344 High Density Polyethylene

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A polyethylene-based compunt, which is highly performing in chemically aggressive and corrosive environments.

HDPE CF is a lightweight, high-density polyethylene reinforced with carbon fiber, ideal for harsh, chemically aggressive environments. It offers excellent rigidity, thermal resistance, and dimensional stability, with low moisture absorption. Suited for energy sector applications like oil and gas piping, it ensures long-term durability, wear resistance, and mechanical strength.

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COMPOSITE
HDPE + 20% Carbon Fiber (black)

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PC https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/pc/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 21:12:28 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58342 Polycarbonate

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Highly suggested when chemical resistance is required, it has great mechanical and thermal properties, great resistance to heat. The carbon fiber-reinforced composite can withstand mid-temperature autoclave processes, going up to 130°C (266°F) and 3-6 bars in terms of working temperature and pressure. It is ideal for functional and engineering applications, including autoclave molds and heat-resistant cure tools as well as lamination tooling.

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PLA https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/pla/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 21:06:43 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58340 Polylactic Acid

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A very easy-to-process biobased material that comes in a natural shade (transparent with milky hues) and can be easily customized in color. It is extensively used for in-door furniture and design-related elements and can be printed in its recycled and biobased versions too.

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ASA https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/asa/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:51:16 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58338 Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate

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Highly recommended when chemical resistance and UV light protection are required, it has good mechanical properties such as elasticity and strength (particularly when reinforced with glass fiber). This material is qualified by Caracol and highly employed for outdoor applications, design and furniture finished parts.

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ABS https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/abs-2/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:39:33 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58337 Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

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Recommended when glues, coating or other chemicals need to be applied, its has good mechanical properties, is stable during prints. This cost-effective material is qualified by Caracol for low temperature applications up to 80°C (176°F) like: prototyping, vacuum tight molds and tools for trimming and gripping, and finished functional parts not subjected to high mechanical pressure.

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PP https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/abs/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 18:22:20 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58333 Polypropylene

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Highly resistant to solvents and chemicals, it is a lightweight polymer with good mechanical properties such as elasticity and impact resistance. It can go up to 80° C (176°F) as working temperature and can replace glass fiber and aluminum applications. It is qualified by Caracol to produce functional parts and tooling in several sectors as marine, aerospace, design, and architecture.

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PET-G https://dev.additiveplus.com/product/pet-g/ Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:04:48 +0000 https://dev.additiveplus.com/?post_type=product&p=58331 Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol

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This polyester-based polymer can be found in recycled, transparent, or glass fiber reinforced versions. It is high impact, chemical and UV resistant and goes up to 80°C (176°F) working temperature. Its glass-fiber reinforced version is also fire resistant. Therefore, PET-G is ideal for PVC-like, outdoor and indoor finished parts and design applications as well as for prototypes, and railway exterior components.

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