3D Systems' Figure 4 Standalone 3D Printer Launched

3D Systems' new Figure 4 Standalone 3D printer is now available. Figure 4 Standalone enables same-day functional prototyping iteration and low-volume production at speeds up to 100 mm per hour—with six sigma repeatability. The statistical result is stated as Cpk > 2, where Cpk is the process capacity index.

“With Figure 4, 3D Systems is delivering the fastest, most accurate 3D printing technology available,” says Phil Schultz, senior vice president, general manager, on-demand manufacturing and plastics, 3D Systems. “The combination of speed and accuracy complemented by a light-based UV curing process, which takes minutes versus hours required by heat-based curing processes, enables ultra-fast throughput and time-to-part.”

3D Systems has developed a portfolio of materials to complement the Figure 4 3D printer. The materials enable creation of parts for rapid design iteration with durability, elasticity and functionality.

Here are some highlights, according to 3D Systems:

• Figure 4 TOUGH-GRY 10 is a high-speed material for rapid design iterations providing up to 100 mm/hr build speed.
• Figure 4 TOUGH-GRY 15 is a strong, rigid material for production applications.
• Figure 4 ELAST-BLK is an elastomeric black material ideal for iteration and design verification of flexible parts.
• Figure 4 JCAST-GRN is a castable, green material optimized for investment casting of jewelry patterns.

Figure 4 Standalone includes 3D Systems’ 3D Sprint, providing advanced software support for preparation, editing, printing and management, while eliminating the need for ownership of third-party software.

3D Systems also plans to integrate 3D Connect, a cloud-based software solution, into its Figure 4 platform. 3D Connect includes two modules: 3D Connect Service, designed for remote diagnostics, and 3D Connect Manage for fleet management. 

“Figure 4 Standalone is enabling customers to address a broad range of applications with speed, accuracy and repeatability—helping them redefine their manufacturing workflows from initial part design to end-part production to maintain their competitive advantage,” says Vyomesh Joshi, president and chief executive officer, 3D Systems. “Repeatability is key when thinking about part production. With our Figure 4 platform—including Figure 4 Standalone—customers have the ability to scale from prototyping to production with unprecedented accuracy and repeatability. The results and positive reviews we have received are testament to the game-changing nature of this 3D printing solution.”

3D Systems’ Figure 4 Standalone is priced at $21,900 (US).

Figure 4 Standalone is one available configuration in the Figure 4 portfolio. 3D Systems designed Figure 4 in configurable units for scalability.

For more info, visit 3D Systems.

Sources: Press materials received from the company.