The European plastics and rubber distributor RESINEX, a member of the international Ravago Group, can supply 3D printing filament manufacturers with a comprehensive range of thermoplastics capable of meeting the varied demands placed on the finished parts.

This range now also includes specially developed and only recently launched Ingeo grades of polylactic acid from leading US PLA producer NatureWorks. Working in close collaboration with NatureWorks, RESINEX can also support its customers in evaluating new filament formulations. In addition to the new Ingeo PLA grades, RESINEX also offers special extrusion grades of polycarbonate and ABS for the strongly growing field of additive manufacturing.

3D printing filamentPLA filaments have fast become the material of choice for particularly desktop 3D printer users. There are a number of reasons for this, such as its low toxicity, the fact that it undergoes a low part warping, improving part accuracy and dimensional stability. Moreover, the material's relatively low melting point enables safe, low-temperature printing, while its sugar-based origins ensure that no unpleasant odors are emitted during printing.

The first product in NatureWorks' 3D series is Ingeo 3D850. This all-purpose grade combines a good overall balance of processability in filament production with consistent material and printing characteristics. This grade is also highly suitable for further compounding with additives to achieve specific part properties. According to NatureWorks, grades with enhanced heat resistance are currently under development.(KL)

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