Formlabs® Rigid 4000
Formlabs®
Rigid 4000
A Top-Tier Glass-Filled SLA 3D Printing Material
Discover Formlabs' Rigid 4000, the cutting-edge SLA 3D printing material engineered to rival the stiffness of thermoplastics like PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) and PEKK. It is ideal for producing stiff, strong end-use parts with a smooth, polished finish, capable of withstanding minimal deflection.
Glass-Reinforced Engineering Resin
Rigid 4000 resin is an engineering-grade material designed for applications that demand high stiffness and precision. This resin contains glass reinforcement, resulting in 3D-printed parts with a smooth finish and excellent resistance to deformation over time. It is an ideal choice for long-lasting and general load-bearing applications.
Material Properties
ULTIMATE TENSILE STRENGTH
69.0 MPa
TENSILE MODULUS
4.1 GPa
FLEXURAL STRENGTH
105.0 MPa
ELONGATION AT BREAK
5.3%
Performance Scale
Modulus | Stiff to Highly Stiff | |
Strength | |
Chemical & Thermal Resistance |
Appearance
Why Select Rigid 4000 Resin?
Stiff. Precise and a Smooth, Matte Finish.
- Resistant to deformation under a variety of forces, pressures, and torques.
- Ideal for producing detailed and accurate molds or models.
- With Rigid 4000, you can deliver parts that look and feel like a finished product.
Chemical and Thermal Resistance
- Parts that are 3D-printed in Rigid 4000 SLA resin withstand high temperatures and various chemicals.
Applications
RECOMMENDED FOR:
- Thin walls and features
- Turbines and fan blades
- Jigs, fixtures, and tools
- Manifolds
- Electrical casings and automotive housings
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
- Parts that must bend
- Low-friction surfaces
- Drop or impact testing
Material Variants | 3D Printer Compatibility
Post-Processing
FORM CURE SETTINGS
DURATION
15 minutes |
TEMPERATURE
80 °C |
When using engineering-focused resins (like those in the Rigid, Tough & Durable, and Flexible & Elastic families), post-curing is vital to ensure that the parts reach their optimal mechanical properties and can perform as intended. For Rigid 4000 Resin V1, there is only one recommended post-curing time.
Technical Specifications¹
Green2 |
Post-Cured3 |
|
Ultimate Tensile Strength |
33 MPa | 69 MPa |
Tensile Modulus |
2.1 GPa | 4.1 GPa |
Elongation at Break |
23% | 5.3% |
Flexural Stress at 5% Strain |
43 MPa | 105 MPa |
Flexural Modulus |
1.4 GPa | 3.4 GPa |
Notched Izod |
16 J/m | 23 J/m |
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa |
41 °C | 60 °C |
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa |
48 °C | 77 °C |
Thermal Expansion (0-150 °C) |
64 μm/m/°C | 63 μm/m/°C |
¹Material properties can vary with part geometry, print orientation, print settings, and temperature.
²Data was obtained from green parts, printed using Form 3, 100 μm, Rigid settings, without additional treatments.
³Data was obtained from parts printed using Form 3, 100 μm, Rigid settings and post-cured with a Form Cure for 15 minutes at 80 °C.
Formlabs’ Rigid 4000: A Top-Tier Glass-Filled SLA 3D Printing Material
Embrace the future of manufacturing with Formlabs’ Rigid 4000.