ABSi for Fortus 3D Production Systems
Fortus® 3D Production Systems give engineers the ability to manufacture real industrial thermoplastic parts direct from digital files. Stratasys ABSi is an ideal material for conceptual modeling, functional prototyping and direct digital manufacturing. Its strength is superior to standard Stratasys ABS, and the translucent nature of ABSi is beneficial for monitoring material flow and light transmission, most commonly used for medical and automotive applications. When combined with a Fortus 3D production system, ABSi gives you Real Parts™ that are visually unique, dimensionally accurate, durable and hold their shape over time.
Mechanical Properties1 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 5,400 psi | 37 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 277,700 psi | 1,920 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 4.4% | 4,4% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 8,980 psi | 62 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 278,000 psi | 1,920 MPa |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 1.8 ft-lb/in | 96.4 J/m |
| IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 3.6 ft-lb/in | 191,1 J/m |
Thermal Properties2 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 66 psi, 0.125" unannealed | ASTM D648 | 188°F | 86°C |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 264 psi, 0.125" unannealed | ASTM D648 | 163°F | 73°C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | DMA (SSYS) | 240°F | 116°C |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | ASTM D696 | 6.7 E -06 in/in/°F | 12.1 E -05 mm/mm/°C |
| Melt Point | – – – – – – – – – | Not Applicable3 | Not Applicable3 |
Electrical Properties4 |
Test Method |
Value Range |
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 6.1x10e10 – 1.5x10e9 ohms |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 3.6 – 3.4 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D150-98 | .0.15 – .0.12 |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 320 – 100 V/mm |
Other2 |
Test Method |
Value |
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.08 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | R108 |
| Flame Classification | UL 94 | HB (0.059", 1.5 mm) |
System Availability |
Layer Thickness Capability |
Support Structure |
Available Colors |
| Fortus 400mc | 0.013 inch (0.330 mm) 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) 0.007 inch (0.178 mm) 0.005 inch (0.127 mm) |
Soluble Supports | Translucent Natural Translucent Amber Translucent Red |
The information presented are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes. End-use material performance can be impacted (+/-) by, but not limited to, part design, end-use conditions, test conditions, color etc. Actual values will vary with build conditions. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
1 Build orientation is on side long edge.
2 Literature value unless otherwise noted.
3 Due to amorphous nature, material does not display a melting point.
4 All Electrical Property values were generated from the average of test plaques built with default part density (sparse). Test plaques were 4.0 x 4.0 x 0.1 inches (102 x 102 x 2.5 mm) and were built both in the flat and vertical orientation.