Introducing the ZBuilder Ultra
Accurate, High-Resolution Plastic Prototypes
ZCorporation ZBuilder Ultra rapid prototyping system creates high-end functional prototypes for a fraction of the cost of stereolithography machines.
These all-in-one devices build parts additively using a high-resolution Digital Light Processor (DLP) projector to solidify a liquid photopolymer, resulting in durable plastic parts that mimic injection molding for accuracy, material properties, detail, and surface finish.
By Imaging an entire cross-section at once, the devices build at twice the speed of machines with comparable performance.
The ZBuilder Ultra enables you to verify designs for form, fit and function prior to full-scale production; eliminate costly modifications to production tooling; and ultimately shorten time to market.
Applications
- Evaluate product designs prior to full-scale production
- Verify designs for form, fit, function
- Create concept models to improve communication and refine designs
Duplicate Digital CAD Models Precisely
- Accurate; part features within +/- 0.008 inches* (+/- 0.2 mm*)
- Precision optics and motion systems for repeatability
- Only movement in the Z-direction
Build True Functional Plastic Parts
- Material Properties Mimic Final Parts
- Strong and flexible Consistent regardless of orientation Razor-Thin Walls and Sharp Detail
- Minimum feature size 0.005 inches (138 microns) X/Y resolution from highest resolution DLP engine Precise control of light source delivers sharp edgesUltra-Smooth Surface Finish
- Parts appear injected molded Precise control of each voxel (3D pixel) No “stair stepping”
Save Time
- 2X faster than other functional prototyping systems
- Verify designs the next day
- Speed independent of the number of parts in the build
- Only seconds per exposure
How it Works
- Similar to SLA systems
- High-resolution DLP system instead of complex laser technology
- Highly controlled exposure for each voxel
- Exposed photopolymer solidifies into robust solid plastic
ZBuilder Ultra Specifiactions
Machine Performance
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- X/Y Resolution: 0.005 inches (138 microns)
- Z Resolution: 50 – 100 microns (adjustable)
- Minimum feature size: 0.005 inches (138 microns)
- Accuracy: +/- 0.008 inches* (+/- 0.2 mm*)
- Vertical Build speed: up to 0.5 inch/hour (12.7 mm/hour)
- Build Size: 10.2 x 6.3 x 7.5 inches (260 x 160 x 190 mm)
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Materials Performance (SI500)
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- Tensile Strength: 6240 PSI (43.0 MPa)
- Tensile Elongation at Break: 4.50%
- Flexural Strength: 8740 PSI (60.2 MPa)
- Flexural Modulus: 263 kSI (1810 MPa)
- Hardness: 86D
- HDT (0.45 MPa): 132.3 F (55.7 C)
- HDT(1.82 MPa): 116.3 F (46.8 C)
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System Specifications
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- Input File Formats: stl, 3ds, dxf, obj, wrl, zpr
- Dimensions: 28 x 30.5 x 71 inches (71.1 x 77.5 x 180.3 cm), with optional stand
- Weight: 360 lbs (163 kg)
- Power Requirement: 115V, 10A; 230V, 6A
- Regulatory Compliance: CE, CSA
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*Typical (may vary by geometry, part orientation, build parameters, and process)
Contact Z Solutions EU for more information.
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