SLA Accura Bluestone

Accura Bluestone plastic
for use with solid-state stereolithography (SLA) systems
A high stiffness engineered nanocomposite that opens new applications for

stereolithography users.
Aerodynamic and functional parts produced with Bluestone nano-composite plastic. Images (center and at right) courtesy of Renault F1 Team.
APPLICATIONS
FEATURES
Wind-tunnel testing for the motorsports

and aerospace industries
Production of CMM/inspection and
assembly jigs and fixtures
Lighting design and other applications
where heat-generation from electrical
components may be a factor
Covers and enclosures of electrical and
mechanical components
Water-handling products, such as pump
and impeller design or other components
Automotive "under-the-hood" applications
Housings and enclosures that require high
stiffness and rigidity, such as those for
business machines
Electronic applications, such as insulating
components, connectors, adaptor fittings,
bases, sockets, and areas where ceramics
might be used
3D SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Exceptional stiffness
High temperature resistance
Excellent accuracy
High humidity resistance
Non-settling formulation
Fully developed and tested build styles
BENEFITS
Bluestone parts resist deformation even under
heavy loads
Resists temperatures up to 250 C, making it
suitable for tooling or other demanding
applications
Part retain their properties over time
No expensive mixing equipment required
Consistent mechanical properties, even on long
builds
Improves/enhance demanding applications:
windtunnel, soft tooling, injection mold tooling
Maximize reliability with no user R&D
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Accura Bluestone nano-composite plastic

For use with solid-state stereolithography (SLA) systems
"Bluestone resin is an excellent fit for applications requiring added stiffness and thermal resistance. This material
is perfect for applications in aerodynamics, lighting applications (such as reflectors), and masters for vacuum
casting and thermoforming. As a service provider we need to have flexibility in our material offerings, and
Bluestone resin allows us to fulfill many customers' needs for a variety of applications. Now we can offer our
customers a unique material with improved part quality and functionality".
-- Rainer Neumann, General Manager, 4D Concepts GmbH
Bluestone material is
highly suited to
prototype electrical
enclosures where
elevated temperatures
might be involved, such
as this automotive
component.
Ideal for functional
components that
might be used in
aggressive
environments.
Image courtesy of
Renault F1 Team.
TECHNICAL DATA
Liquid Material
MEASUREMENT
CONDITION
Appearance
VALUE:
Opaque blue
Liquid Density
@ 25 C (77 F)
1.70 g/cm3
Solid Density
@ 25 C (77 F)
1.78 g/cm3
Viscosity
@ 30 C (86 F)
1200 - 1800 cps
Penetration Depth (Dp) *
4.1 mils
Critical Exposure (Ec) *
6.9 mJ/cm2
Tested Build Styles
EXACT
Post-cured Material
Bluestone nanocomposite material is
ideal for wind-tunnel
testing - where stiff
components are
required.
MEASUREMENT
CONDITION
VALUE:
Tensile Strength
ASTM D 638
66 - 68 MPa (9.6 - 9.8 KSI)
Tensile Modulus
ASTM D 638
7,600 - 11,700 MPa (1,100 - 1,700 KSI)
Elongation at Break (%)
ASTM D 638
1.4 - 2.4 %
Flexural Strength
ASTM D 790
124 - 154 MPa (18 - 22.3 KSI)
Flexural Modulus
ASTM D 790
8,300 - 9,800 MPa (1,200 - 1,417 KSI)
Impact Strength (Notched Izod)
ASTM D 256
13 - 17 J/m (0.24 - 0.32 ft-lbs/in)
Heat Deflection Temperature
ASTM D 648
@ 66 PSI
65 - 66 C (149 - 151 F)
@ 264 PSI
@ 66 PSI with 120 C
Thermal Postcure
65 C (149 F)
267 - 284 C (513 - 543 F)
Hardness, Shore D
92
Co-efficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM E 831-93

TMA (T<Tg, 0 - 20C)
TMA (T>Tg, 90 - 150C)
33 - 44 (x 10-6 m/m C)
81 - 98 (x 10-6 m/m C)
Glass Transition (Tg)
71 - 83 C (160 - 181 F)
DMA, E
Dp/Ec values are the same on all systems.
3D Systems Corporation
333 Three D Systems Circle
Rock Hill, SC 29730 U.S.A.
Tel: 803.326.4080
Toll-free: 800.889.2964
Fax: 803.324.8810
[email protected]
www.3dsystems.com
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Warranty/Disclaimer: The performance characteristics of these products may vary according to product application, operating conditions, material combined with, or with end use.
3D Systems makes no warranties of any type, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use.
2007 by 3D Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Bluestone and EXACT are trademarks, and the 3D logo, Accura and SLA are
registered trademarks of 3D Systems, Inc.
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Accura Bluestone plastic

for use with solid-state stereolithography (SLA) systems

A high stiffness engineered nanocomposite that opens new applications for

Wind-tunnel testing for the motorsports

TRANSFORM YOUR PRODUCTS

Accura Bluestone nano-composite plastic

1200 - 1800 cps

Penetration Depth (Dp) *

Critical Exposure (Ec) *

Tested Build Styles

66 - 68 MPa (9.6 - 9.8 KSI)

7,600 - 11,700 MPa (1,100 - 1,700 KSI)

Elongation at Break (%)

124 - 154 MPa (18 - 22.3 KSI)

8,300 - 9,800 MPa (1,200 - 1,417 KSI)

Impact Strength (Notched Izod)

13 - 17 J/m (0.24 - 0.32 ft-lbs/in)

Heat Deflection Temperature

Co-efficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM E 831-93

Glass Transition (Tg)

Dp/Ec values are the same on all systems.

TRANSFORM YOUR PRODUCTS

PN 70852 Issue Date - 24 Apr 07

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