Nano Dimension Unveils 3D Printer for Micro Applications

Nano Dimension has launched its Exa 250vx Digital Light Processing (DLP) 3D Printer for micro applications. Developed to enable creation of micro parts at high production throughput,  the high-speed Exa was unveiled at Formnext in Frankfurt, Germany.

The Exa 250vx has been engineered to deliver high productivity for precise micro parts, according to Nano Dimension. This 3D printer provides an alternative to traditional micro-manufacturing methods, including micro-injection molding and micro-CNC.

Leveraging resin-based DLP technology to achieve precise layer heights and surface finishes, according to Nano Dimension. The Exa is built to meet needs of manufacturers across various vertical sectors and applications, including connectors and other miniaturized components for electronic devices; medical devices like micro needles, micro filters, and components for minimally invasive surgeries; plus applications for optical uses and micro-decorative items.

Exa has compatibility with Nano Dimension’s range of resins for high-resolution micro parts, starting with D-810. This enables the production of rigid parts with structural integrity. Also, as with other Fabrica systems, there is an open system policy, allowing users to work with third-party resins.

“Manufacturers producing micro parts are facing a trade-off between precision and productivity,” says Nir Sade, senior vice president of Additive Manufacturing at Nano Dimension. “As part of Exa’s development, we worked closely with customers to address a host of needs such as high-volume parts production with micro level detail for parts larger than the 50-mm build limit we currently have on the Tera. The result is a system that provides the perfect balance of quality, productivity and cost, making it a game changer for the industry.”

With its larger 100x100x70 mm build volume, 7.6µm XY resolution, and layer thickness of 10 microns, the Exa combines attributes that deliver rapid production and high resolution, according to Nano Dimension. 

Available now for pre-order, the Exa is set to ship in Q2 2025.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.