High Temperature Resin delivers the highest heat deflection temperature of any SLA resin, reaching 238°C @ 0.45 MPa. Engineered for applications requiring exceptional thermal stability, this advanced photopolymer enables precise, detailed parts that maintain dimensional accuracy under extreme heat conditions.
High Temperature Resin represents the pinnacle of thermal performance in stereolithography materials, offering an industry-leading heat deflection temperature of 238°C @ 0.45 MPa. This advanced photopolymer is specifically formulated for applications requiring exceptional thermal stability, enabling the production of detailed, precise parts that maintain dimensional accuracy under extreme heat conditions. Perfect for automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications where conventional materials fail.
High Temperature Resin combines highest heat deflection temperature (238°c) of any sla resin and exceptional dimensional stability under thermal stress, delivering excellent surface finish and fine feature resolution for demanding applications. From rapid prototyping to production runs, teams rely on High Temperature Resin to maintain tight tolerances while reducing assembly complexity through consolidated part designs.
3D Systems ProX SLA technology leverages non-inverted vat photopolymerization to achieve 238°C heat deflection temperature—the highest of any stereolithography resin. Unlike inverted systems that pull parts against gravity causing deformation, our right-side-up architecture allows High Temperature Resin to maintain ±0.25mm accuracy even during thermal post-curing cycles. With 0.1mm minimal support touchpoints that preserve surface finish, this material produces injection mold inserts and thermal testing components 5.1x faster than desktop SLA. The material's 2800 MPa tensile modulus after thermal curing enables functional under-hood automotive components and aerospace fixtures that withstand continuous 200°C service temperatures.
Build Volume
335 × 200 × 300 mm
Lead Time
2-4 business days
Layer Height
0.025 - 0.1 mm
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High Temperature Resin achieves an industry-leading 238°C heat deflection temperature, the highest of any SLA material. This exceptional thermal performance enables applications from injection mold tooling to aerospace wind tunnel testing where standard resins would fail.
Beyond temperature resistance, the material offers excellent dimensional stability under thermal stress, maintaining tolerances through repeated heating cycles. This stability, combined with 0.05mm resolution, enables precise tooling and fixtures for high-temperature processes.
Forge Labs' controlled post-cure process with precise UV and thermal exposure ensures maximum thermal properties while preventing warpage. Our documented procedures achieve consistent HDT values critical for aerospace and automotive applications.
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From injection molding to aerospace testing, High Temperature Resin enables applications requiring extreme thermal performance. Discover how industries push the boundaries with this advanced material.
High Temperature Resin enables rapid injection mold tooling for prototype and short-run production. The material withstands molding temperatures and pressures while maintaining cavity dimensions.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Survives 50+ injection cycles at 180°C with engineering plastics, maintaining ±0.25mm cavity dimensions for prototype validation.
Aerospace engineers rely on High Temperature Resin for wind tunnel models and thermal test fixtures. The material maintains accuracy at temperatures that deform standard plastics.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Maintains dimensional stability ±0.2% after 100 hours at 200°C, meeting requirements for aerospace thermal testing.
Automotive applications leverage High Temperature Resin for under-hood prototypes and thermal test fixtures. The material survives engine bay temperatures while maintaining functional features.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Withstands 500 thermal cycles from -40°C to 150°C with <1% dimensional change, exceeding automotive validation requirements.
High Temperature Resin enables fixtures and carriers for electronic assembly processes requiring heat resistance. The material survives reflow soldering and wave solder temperatures.
Key Applications
Performance Data
Survives 10+ reflow cycles at 260°C peak temperature with minimal degradation, suitable for prototype PCB assembly.
Automotive sensor housing
Heat Management Systems
Aerospace thermal bracket
Aerospace Components
Injection mold insert
Manufacturing Tooling
High Temperature Resin delivers dependable strength and impact resistance for Under-hood automotive components and Aerospace engine compartment parts, helping teams move from prototype to production with confidence.
Mechanical Properties
21 MPa
Tested to ASTM D638
High Temperature Resin records Ultimate Tensile Strength (Green) at 21 MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
Mechanical Properties
58 MPa
Tested to ASTM D638
High Temperature Resin records Ultimate Tensile Strength (Post-Cured) at 58 MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
Mechanical Properties
49 MPa
Tested to ASTM D638
High Temperature Resin records Ultimate Tensile Strength (Thermal + Post-Cured) at 49 MPa, reinforcing its mechanical properties story.
High Temperature Resin combines Highest heat deflection temperature (238°C) of any SLA resin and Exceptional dimensional stability under thermal stress to support Under-hood automotive components and Aerospace engine compartment parts that demand production-ready durability.
| Measurement | High Temperature ResinBase | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Tensile Strength (Green) | 21 MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength (Post-Cured) | 58 MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Ultimate Tensile Strength (Thermal + Post-Cured) | 49 MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Modulus (Post-Cured) | 2800 MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation at Break (Green) | 14 % | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation at Break (Post-Cured) | 3.3 % | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Strength (Post-Cured) | 95 MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Flexural Modulus (Post-Cured) | 2600 MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Notched Izod Impact (Post-Cured) | 18 J/m | ASTM D256 |
High Temperature Resin delivers dependable strength and impact resistance for Under-hood automotive components and Aerospace engine compartment parts, helping teams move from prototype to production with confidence.
High Temperature Resin delivers exceptional mechanical performance with excellent strength characteristics, effectively handling demanding load conditions. Its balanced mechanical profile allows it to maintain structural integrity while preventing brittleness in critical applications.
These qualities make it well-suited for Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling, providing long-term durability in demanding environments. High Temperature Resin maintains dimensional stability over time, ensuring consistent performance across temperature and stress variations.
This makes it a reliable choice for applications requiring precise geometries and tight tolerances across Automotive, Aerospace, and Manufacturing. Its versatility and durability allow it to perform consistently across a wide range of mechanical applications, ensuring parts maintain their integrity under repetitive stress and environmental conditions.
High Temperature Resin combines Highest heat deflection temperature (238°C) of any SLA resin and Exceptional dimensional stability under thermal stress to support Under-hood automotive components and Aerospace engine compartment parts that demand production-ready durability.
High Temperature Resin offers consistent density and surface quality so critical features hold tolerances and downstream finishing remains predictable.
High Temperature Resin exhibits a density of 1.25 g/cm³ that contributes to lightweight yet durable parts. With moisture absorption of <0.5 %, ensures dimensional stability in varying environmental conditions.
These physical properties enable consistent part quality and predictable performance across Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling. The material's inherent characteristics minimize warpage and maintain tight tolerances throughout the part lifecycle.
For Automotive, Aerospace, and Manufacturing, these physical attributes translate to reliable production outcomes with minimal post-processing requirements, ensuring parts meet specifications straight from the build platform.
High Temperature Resin delivers 1.25 g/cm³ density so assemblies fit and finish without secondary rework.
High Temperature Resin maintains dimensional stability through temperature swings, making it a reliable option for Automotive and Aerospace programs that see repeated thermal cycling.
High Temperature Resin demonstrates excellent thermal stability with a heat deflection temperature of 120 °C, enabling it to maintain dimensional accuracy in elevated temperature environments. This thermal performance ensures parts retain their shape and mechanical properties even under thermal stress.
The material's thermal characteristics make it ideal for Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling that experience temperature fluctuations. Its ability to withstand thermal cycling without degradation ensures long-term reliability in Automotive, Aerospace, and Manufacturing.
With an operating temperature range up to 200 °C, High Temperature Resin provides engineers with confidence when designing parts for thermally demanding applications, from under-hood automotive components to industrial equipment exposed to heat sources.
High Temperature Resin maintains geometry with a Heat Deflection Temperature @ 0.45 MPa (Standard Cure) of 120 °C, protecting dimensional integrity during heat cycling.
High Temperature Resin offers controlled resistivity and dielectric performance for electrical housings, connectors, and functional prototypes.
High Temperature Resin is designed for electrical housings and insulating features that require controlled electrical behavior. Its measured resistivity of 10¹⁴ Ω·cm and dielectric strength of 15 kV/mm support reliable performance in electrical assemblies.
These electrical characteristics support Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling where consistent insulation and repeatable part behavior are critical.
For Automotive, Aerospace, and Manufacturing, High Temperature Resin delivers dependable electrical performance for both functional prototypes and production parts used in integrated electrical systems.
High Temperature Resin posts 10¹⁴ Ω·cm Volume Resistivity, giving enclosures dependable insulating performance.
High Temperature Resin offers tested chemical resistance across acids, bases, solvents, and hydrocarbons to ensure reliable performance in harsh environments.
High Temperature Resin includes compatibility results for 15 chemical conditions, with 1 rated excellent and 13 rated good.
The profile supports use in Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling when fluid exposure stays within the rated compatible categories and concentrations.
The dataset spans acids, bases, solvents, and hydrocarbons so teams can map likely pass/fail behavior early for Under-hood automotive components, Aerospace engine compartment parts, and Injection mold inserts and tooling and avoid unsuitable fluid-contact conditions.
For Automotive, Aerospace, and Manufacturing, chemical ratings should be treated as screening guidance and confirmed with application-specific testing before production release.
High Temperature Resin has 15 documented chemical exposures with 14 rated good or excellent for fluid-contact design screening.
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Advanced Manufacturing
High Temperature Resin is manufactured using industrial-grade Stereolithography (SLA) technology, delivering exceptional surface finish and dimensional accuracy for high-detail applications.
Industrial-grade SLA technology delivers exceptional surface finish and dimensional accuracy for High Temperature Resin production. Our calibrated resin systems and closed-loop process controls maintain ±0.25 mm repeatability across build volumes.
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