{"id":12719,"date":"2025-12-12T08:13:06","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T07:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/services\/industrial-3d-printing\/polymer\/fine-detail-resolution-fdr\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T18:08:19","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T17:08:19","slug":"fdr","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/uk\/services\/industrial-3d-printing\/polymer\/fdr\/","title":{"rendered":"Fine Detail Resolution &#8211; FDR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-dark-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-fb290f59 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"><div id=\"block_2055296e889c1ccc2782893f0a6216a2\" class=\"prototal-subsite-hero alignwide\">\n    <div class=\"prototal-subsite-hero-inner\">\n        <div class=\"prototal-subsite-hero-left\">\n            <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\" style=\"margin-top:0\">FDR 3D Printing Service: The New Frontier of Micro-Precision<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\">When standard additive manufacturing technologies reach their physical limits, Fine Detail Resolution (FDR) takes over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\">By utilizing a specialized CO laser with an ultra-fine beam diameter, Prototal Group delivers a polymer additive manufacturing technology capable of producing intricate, high-definition components that were previously only possible through high-end injection molding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 wp-block-paragraph\">FDR is not just about being small; it is about achieving sharp-edged feature resolution, high detail resolution, and functional complexity in PA 1101 at a scale that redefines what is possible in additive manufacturing &#8211; from functional prototypes to production quality parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/uk\/contact\/\">Request Project<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"prototal-subsite-hero-right\">\n                            <figure class=\"large-image\">\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics.avif\" class=\"attachment-full size-full not-transparent\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics.avif 1600w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics-300x225.avif 300w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics-1024x768.avif 1024w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics-768x576.avif 768w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-fdr-eos-electronics-1536x1152.avif 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" data-dominant-color=\"403736\" style=\"--dominant-color: #403736;\" \/>                <\/figure>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:125px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-prototal-black-color has-prototal-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-5 is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Powered by<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group partnerships-logo-grid is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-f701c062 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-container-content-b233a91e\"><img data-dominant-color=\"150403\" data-has-transparency=\"true\" style=\"--dominant-color: #150403;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" src=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/eos_logo.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4505 has-transparency\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/eos_logo.avif 512w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/eos_logo-300x169.avif 300w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:125px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group our-story-block is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-63326995 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High-Resolution Performance for Complex Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">FDR technology bridges the gap between the speed of additive manufacturing and the intricate detail of micro-moulding. By focusing energy into a beam significantly smaller than standard SLS lasers, we can produce wall thicknesses and internal geometries that maintain the mechanical properties and structural integrity required at a microscopic level &#8211; while delivering a surface quality that rivals injection-molded components. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Industries benefiting from FDR:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Electrical and Electronical Equipment:<\/strong> Micro-connectors, intricate sensor housings, and miniaturized enclosures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medical Technology:<\/strong> Micro-fluidic components and surgical tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aerospace &amp; Defence:<\/strong> Lightweight, miniature actuators and sensors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automotive:<\/strong> High-precision connectors for e-mobility and autonomous systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-dark-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6\">The Power of PA 1101<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:4px\">Unlike standard polymers, the FDR process utilizes PA 1101, a bio-based polyamide. This material offers the high impact resistance and elongation at break required for functional living hinges and snap-fits, ensuring that even your smallest components have the mechanical properties needed to be rugged enough for end-use industrial applications. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-dark-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-7\">Miniaturisation at Scale<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:4px\">As industries push for smaller, lighter, and more integrated devices, FDR provides the tool-less path to miniaturisation. We enable engineers to iterate rapidly on micro-scale functional prototypes and move directly into low volume production &#8211; and onward to serial production &#8211; without the multi-month lead times of micro-tooling. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-dark-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-8\">Surface Engineering &amp; Durability<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:4px\">While FDR ensures precision, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/services\/industrial-3d-printing\/polymer\/post-processing\/vapor-smoothing\/\" id=\"4682\">Vapor Smoothing<\/a> <\/strong>provides the finish needed for true functionality. By sealing PA 1101 without losing sharp details, it eliminates porosity and achieves an IP-rated, non-porous surface. The result is a surface quality with a professional, injection-molded look that significantly increases the fatigue life and durability of your micro-components.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-dark-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9\">Advanced Production Facility<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:4px\">Our FDR technology is centralized at our facility in <a href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/about-us\/locations\/austria\/\" id=\"4668\"><strong>Dornbirn<\/strong><\/a>, ensuring specialized process control. For medical applications requiring the highest regulatory standards, we offer production quality parts under ISO 13485 certification. This combines micron-level precision with the rigorous documentation and traceability essential for the global healthcare sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:125px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group parts-grid is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c8d4e7e4 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-container-content-2155ee95 is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-54d22900 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"e9e6e7\" data-has-transparency=\"true\" style=\"--dominant-color: #e9e6e7;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-pa-12.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5010 has-transparency\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-pa-12.avif 1024w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-pa-12-300x193.avif 300w, https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2025\/12\/sls-pa-12-768x494.avif 768w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PA 1101<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Engineered for micro-scale functional integrity, PA 1101 is a bio-based polyamide that offers exceptional impact resistance and the high elongation required for complex, moving assemblies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exceptional Mechanical Toughness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Superior Fine-Detail Definition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Durable Chemical Resistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pa-1101-eos-fdr.pdf\">Download Datasheet<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:125px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Datasheet at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table alignwide is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Fine Detail Resolution<\/th><th>Density (g\/cm\u00b3)<\/th><th>Tensile strength (MPa)<\/th><th>Tensile modulus (MPa)<\/th><th>Elongation at break<\/th><th>Charpy IS (kJ\/m\u00b2 @ 23\u00b0C)<\/th><th>HDT (\u00b0C @ ~1.8 MPa)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/03\/pa-1101-eos-fdr.pdf\">PA 1101<\/a><\/td><td>1.03<\/td><td>XY <strong>50<\/strong> \/ Z <strong>48<\/strong><\/td><td>XYZ <strong>1650<\/strong><\/td><td>XY <strong>30%<\/strong><\/td><td>XY <strong>N<\/strong> \/ Z <strong>85<\/strong> (unnotched)<\/td><td><strong>47<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The data shown is indicative and intended for reference only. Material properties may vary depending on printing conditions and technology. Although care has been taken to ensure accuracy, typographical or data entry errors may occur. 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We always strive to achieve the best possible outcome, and by following our guidelines, you can be confident that your design will be of the highest quality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get in touch with us if you need guidance, we are happy to help you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/app\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3dp-guidelines-polymer_global.pdf\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:200px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3ae6a1a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" 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Find the most common questions and answers about the subject here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/prototalgroup.com\/uk\/contact\/\">Contact us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"prototal-faq-group align wp-block-prototal-faq-group\" id=\"block_13856075abfba9d9e1a36ce92ecda868\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"prototal-faq-item align wp-block-prototal-faq-item\" id=\"block_a8a823ce7d8fc42eb6d5c0f887f5bf02\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<h3 class=\"prototal-faq-item-question\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"block_a8a823ce7d8fc42eb6d5c0f887f5bf02-answer\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item-question__text\">What are the advantages of Industrial 3D Printing?<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-plus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"plus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-minus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"minus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div\n\t\tid=\"block_a8a823ce7d8fc42eb6d5c0f887f5bf02-answer\"\n\t\tclass=\"prototal-faq-item-answer\"\n\t\titemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\n\t\titemscope\n\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"prototal-faq-item-answer-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Industrial 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, offers a wide range of advantages that have made it increasingly popular across various industries. Here are some key advantages of 3D printing: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Design Flexibility:<\/strong> 3D printing allows for intricate and complex designs that are difficult or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing methods. It offers design freedom, enabling the creation of geometries and structures that were previously impractical or cost-prohibitive. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rapid Prototyping:<\/strong> 3D printing enables rapid prototyping, significantly reducing the time and cost involved in developing prototypes. It allows for quick iterations and design improvements, accelerating the product development cycle. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost Efficiency:<\/strong> Traditional manufacturing often involves high setup costs and tooling expenses. With 3D printing, these costs can be minimised or eliminated since it requires little to no tooling. It is particularly advantageous for low-volume production or customised\/personalised manufacturing.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduced Waste<\/strong>: 3D printing is an additive process that minimises material wastage. It only uses the exact amount of material required for building the object, leading to more sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complex Geometry and Customisation:<\/strong> 3D printing enables the creation of complex geometries, intricate internal structures, and customisable designs. This is particularly beneficial for industries such as aerospace, healthcare, and architecture, where highly specialised and personalised products are required. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Supply Chain Optimisation:<\/strong> Additive manufacturing can decentralise production, allowing for on-demand manufacturing closer to the point of need. This can lead to reduced lead times, lower transportation costs, and optimised supply chains. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These advantages make Industrial 3D printing a valuable tool in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and more. By leveraging the benefits of 3D printing, businesses can gain a competitive edge, drive innovation, and unlock new possibilities in product development and manufacturing processes. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"prototal-faq-item align wp-block-prototal-faq-item\" id=\"block_79668979af620260fffda62aa6b40130\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<h3 class=\"prototal-faq-item-question\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"block_79668979af620260fffda62aa6b40130-answer\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item-question__text\">What kind of post-processing are Prototal Group offering?<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-plus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"plus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-minus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"minus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div\n\t\tid=\"block_79668979af620260fffda62aa6b40130-answer\"\n\t\tclass=\"prototal-faq-item-answer\"\n\t\titemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\n\t\titemscope\n\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"prototal-faq-item-answer-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We offer a range of post-processing manufacturing services to ensure your 3D printed parts meet the highest standards of quality, precision, and aesthetics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Polymer 3D Printing Post-Processing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support Removal &amp; Sanding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vapour Smoothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vibro Polishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bead Blasting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Colouring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Primer, Painting, coating &amp; lacquering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Threaded\/non-threaded inserts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assembly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Metal 3D Printing Post-Processing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Head Treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EDM Wiring &amp; Support Removal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry &amp; Wet blasting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vibro Polishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CNC Machining<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anodising<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polishing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Painting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"prototal-faq-item align wp-block-prototal-faq-item\" id=\"block_cebf003c86dbf99c8205d12f1e4e9d59\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<h3 class=\"prototal-faq-item-question\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"block_cebf003c86dbf99c8205d12f1e4e9d59-answer\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item-question__text\">What Industrial 3D Printing technologies do Prototal Group offer?<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-plus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"plus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-minus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"minus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div\n\t\tid=\"block_cebf003c86dbf99c8205d12f1e4e9d59-answer\"\n\t\tclass=\"prototal-faq-item-answer\"\n\t\titemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\n\t\titemscope\n\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"prototal-faq-item-answer-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Prototal Group, we offer a lot of different 3D printing and rapid prototyping technologies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multi Jet Fusion &#8211; MJF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selective Laser Sintering &#8211; SLS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stereolithography &#8211; SLA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selective Absorption Fusion &#8211; SAF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fine Detail Resolution &#8211; FDR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PolyJet a material jetting technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fused Deposition Modeling &#8211; FDM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital Light Processing &#8211; DLP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Direct Metal Laser Sintering &#8211; DMLS (also known as SLM)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"prototal-faq-item align wp-block-prototal-faq-item\" id=\"block_0438eacdbb6c3eae6c18aa747b8ce8c2\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<h3 class=\"prototal-faq-item-question\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"block_0438eacdbb6c3eae6c18aa747b8ce8c2-answer\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item-question__text\">What kind of 3D printing materials does Prototal Group offer?<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-plus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"plus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-minus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"minus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div\n\t\tid=\"block_0438eacdbb6c3eae6c18aa747b8ce8c2-answer\"\n\t\tclass=\"prototal-faq-item-answer\"\n\t\titemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\n\t\titemscope\n\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"prototal-faq-item-answer-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have a wide range of materials within different advanced technologies. We are always introducing new materials, but right now this is what we offer: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MJF<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PA 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12 W<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12 S<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12 GB<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SLS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>FS3200PA-F<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 2200<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 3200 GF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 2210 FR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 2241 FR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 603-CF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 620-MF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 640-GSL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;Rubber&#8221; 50A-80A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12 Aluminium filled<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TPU 88A <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TPU 59A<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PEEK*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 6*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BlueDP 3S approved for food contact*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">*Subcontracted materials<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FDR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PA 1101<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SAF<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Polypropylene (PP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SLA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accura ClearVue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accura Xtreme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accura 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accura HPC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Somos\u00ae WaterClear Ultra<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>DLP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PRO-BLK 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>FLEX-BLK 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hi-Temp 300 AMB<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber 65A Shore<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PolyJet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All Digital Materials from Stratasys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>DMLS \/ SLM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aluminium (AlSi10Mg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Titanium (Ti6Al4v)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FDM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ultem (9085 &amp; 1010)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polycarbonate (PC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PC\/ABS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PC-ISO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ABS (ESD7, M30 &amp; M30i)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ASA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SR-30<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PEKK &amp; PEKK-ESD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PA 12 CF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polypropylene (PP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And other engineering materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"prototal-faq-item align wp-block-prototal-faq-item\" id=\"block_d943cea2b625845527b4af09e901cc53\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<h3 class=\"prototal-faq-item-question\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"block_d943cea2b625845527b4af09e901cc53-answer\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item-question__text\">How is your maximal printing size?<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-plus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"plus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"prototal-faq-item__icon-minus\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<i data-lucide=\"minus\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div\n\t\tid=\"block_d943cea2b625845527b4af09e901cc53-answer\"\n\t\tclass=\"prototal-faq-item-answer\"\n\t\titemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\"\n\t\titemscope\n\t\titemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\n\t>\n\t\t<div class=\"prototal-faq-item-answer-content\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The maximal size of part printable is dependable on the 3D printing technology and the geometry of your part:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SLS &#8211; 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At Prototal Group we value a partnership, which is why you will get a dedicated contact person close to your operations that knows your business and business needs. 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