Axtra3D to showcase its Lumia X1 3D printer at Formnext in Germany
Charlotte, NC – Axtra3D® sets a new standard in mold-making with its Lumia X1 3D printer, offering an exceptional range of mold solutions. At Formnext in Germany, on Nov 19, Axtra3D will showcase four distinct mold types produced by the Lumia X1’s advanced Hi-Speed SLA technology, each tailored for:
Investment casting
Low-pressure Molding
High-temperature Micro Molding
Silicone Molding
This versatility provides users with diverse production capabilities and positions Axtra3D as a leader in both concept and low-volume production molding solutions.
Rajeev Kulkarni, CSO at Axtra3D, indicates, “Axtra3D’s mold solutions provide a faster, more flexible, and cost-effective alternative to traditional metal tooling, reducing lead times and enabling affordable small-batch production. This is achieved via HPS which combines laser precision with DLP for rapid, high-resolution mold production, and TruLayer technologies that boost print layer separation speed, surface finish, and quality. It overcomes all the limitations of conventional metal molds and furthermore, each mold solution is tailored to specific production needs.”
Each mold solution is tailored to specific mold-based production process: Investment Casting Molding – Using Ultracur3D® RG 3280 ceramic, these molds are ideal for concept injection molding, delivering a durable, high-temperature-resistant solution for prototyping and limited-run production. High-stiffness ceramic mold inserts can be completed within a single business day, lowering costs to $100-$250 per set and supporting up to 3,000 injection cycles, depending on geometry.
Low-Pressure Molding – Ultracur3D RG 1100 resin enables the creation of low-pressure molds up to 19” (499mm) long that excel in molding highly viscous materials. The molds exhibit structural rigidity and chemical resistance, providing a robust option for automotive and other heavy-duty applications. The molds’ high-heat deflection and chemical resistance enable them to handle polyurethane foams and other viscous materials.
High-Temperature Micro Molding – Leveraging Figure 4 HI TEMP 300-AMB material, these molds withstand temperatures exceeding 300°C, making them perfect for intricate, small-scale parts that demand high precision in automotive, aerospace, and durable goods manufacturing.
Silicone Molding – With Ultracur3D ST 45 Black, the Lumia X1 creates molds optimized for industrial and healthcare-grade silicone parts, balancing high tensile strength with thermal stability to ensure quality and durability over multiple casting cycles. It delivers high-durability molds tailored for repeated silicone casting, maintaining tight dimensional tolerances and smooth finishes.
Rajeev Kulkarni continues, “At Axtra3D, our goal has always been to push the boundaries of what additive manufacturing can achieve, without compromising quality, speed, or material flexibility. We continue to work together with customers to develop solutions tailored to industry-specific requirements. This approach has ensured a strong alignment between Axtra3D’s technology offerings and the needs of industries where precision and performance matter most.”
All mold solutions can be viewed at the Axtra3D booth at Formnext, Germany, Hall 11.1, Booth C39, from Nov 19 to 22.