CFM® Materials

Next-gen thermoset composite AM materials featuring continuous fiber reinforcement.

Cn + E2149

Composite prepreg material made of unidirectional continuous carbon fibers embedded in an epoxy matrix system. The continuous fiber provides exceptional strength and stiffness, while the epoxy matrix provides enhanced chemical and thermal stability. Available in cardboard core spools, manufacturable from a preferred carbon fiber tow.

Highlights

High-performance structural materials engineered for applications requiring high stiffness, strength, and lightweight efficiency

Lightweight and high strength

Featuring a Fiber Volume Fraction of 50% our prepregs offer best-in-class strength-to-weight ratio, ideal for performance-driven applications.

Durable and dimensionally stable

Our materials are engineered for long-term chemical resistance and durability in harsh enviroments. The low CTE enhances dimensional stability under thermal stress.

Exactly the tow you need

Available in different fiber tow dimensions, ranging from 6K to 24K.

Enhanced thermal stability

Glass transition temperatures up to 165 °C ensure stability at high temperatures, minimizing creep and undesired deformation.

Storage-safe prepregs

Stable chemistries allow for shelf-life up to 12 months at room temperature.

No post curing required

Proprietary thermal catalysis systems allow for over 99% of polymer conversion during AM processing, removing the need for subsequent post-curing steps.

Gn + A1134

Composite prepreg material made of unidirectional continuous glass fibers embedded in a vinyl ester matrix system. The continuous glass fibers provide an exceptional performance-to-cost ratio making our glass fiber prepregs a material of choice for engineers looking for cost-effective and reliable structural solutions. Available in cardboard core spools, manufacturable from a preferred glass fiber yarn.

Highlights

High-quality structural materials engineered to offer an optimal balance between structural performance, durability and cost-effectiveness

Optimal structural strength

Featuring a Fiber Volume Fraction of 45%, our glass fiber prepregs are ideal for the construction of strong and impact resistant components.

Enhanced chemical resistance

Vinyl ester systems offer exceptional resistance to corrosion, chemical, acids and solvents.

Exactly the yarn you need

Available in different fiber yarn yields, ranging from 600 tex to 2400 tex.

Cost-effectiveness in every spool

The efficient balance between performance and cost with respect to other specialty fibers.

Electrically non-conductive

Glass fiber reinforced systems are electrically non-conductive, making them optimal for applications where electrical insulation is critical.

No post curing is required

Tailored UV catalysis systems enable high polymer conversion during AM processing, removing the need for subsequent post-curing steps.

SFM® Materials

Highly filled thermoset composite AM materials featuring short fiber reinforcement.

sG + A1134

Composite paste material made of vinyl ester matrix system embedding up to 50% of short glass fibers by weight, engineered for fast processing and machining. The high filler content enhances stiffness, heat deformation resistance (HDT), and fire performance, while preserving the ease of processing and strong chemical resistance typical of filled thermosets.

Highlights.

High-quality structural materials engineered to offer an optimal balance between structural performance, durability and cost-effectiveness

High dimensional stability

Ideal for molds and tooling, SFM® high-filled thermoset systems excel in applications requiring dimensional stability, thermal endurance and rigidity.

Excellent chemical resistance

Resistant to acids, oils, and sealants, our vinyl ester matrix ensures durability in tough chemical settings.

No minimum layer time

By eliminating minimum layer time constrains, SFM® materials provide predictable resolution and excellent buildability.

Speed and cost Cost-effectiveness

Combining fast depositioon speeds with competitive pricing, SFM® supports efficient process scaling and reduced lead times

Improved machining workflows

Machinability and capability to achieve sub-micron surface finishes make SFM® materials ideal for high-end tooling applications.

No post curing

Customized catalysis systems enable high polymer conversion directly during additive manufacturing, eliminating the necessity for additional post-curing steps.