Polycast

PolyCast™ Overview

PolyCast is a specialized 3D printing filament formulated for investment casting applications. Its unique burn-out characteristics produce minimal ash residue, enabling high-fidelity metal parts with reduced inclusions and improved surface finish. Thanks to its stable mechanical properties and consistent dimensional accuracy, PolyCast streamlines the casting workflow, making it an excellent choice for manufacturers seeking efficient, repeatable, and precise casting solutions.

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At a Glance
Process Lead Time Colors Resolution Price Applications Max Print Size
FDM 3D Printing 5 days Black 0.4 mm $$ Strength & complex geometries 256 x 256 x 256 mm

Why Choose PolyCast™?

  1. Clean Burn-Out
    PolyCast is engineered to burn out cleanly in standard investment casting processes, leaving behind negligible ash. This results in fewer impurities and smoother cast surfaces.

  2. Dimensional Stability
    With minimal warping and shrinkage, PolyCast patterns accurately capture intricate geometries and maintain tight tolerances, ensuring quality metal casts.

  3. User-Friendly Processing
    Designed for compatibility with many FDM printers, PolyCast’s printing process is straightforward and forgiving, making it easy to achieve reliable results.

  4. Versatile & Cost-Effective
    By minimizing residue and reducing post-processing, PolyCast helps lower production time and cost across various metal casting projects.

  5. Enhanced Surface Finish
    PolyCast can be polished or smoothed using common techniques, supporting the creation of near-finished cast parts with minimal subsequent refinement.

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Material Properties
Tensile Strength (X-Y) Tensile Strength (Z) Elongation at Break (X-Y) Elongation at Break (Z) Modulus of Elasticity (X-Y) Modulus of Elasticity (Z) Flexural Strength
53.2 ± 1.1 MPa 26.3 ± 2.1 MPa 5.7 ± 0.5% 1.3 ± 0.1% 2215 ± 42 MPa 2111 ± 87 MPa N/A
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Applications

  • Metal Casting Patterns
    Ideal for producing precise foundry patterns in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and consumer products.

  • Jewelry & Artistic Designs
    Excellent for capturing fine details in small-scale, intricate pieces that will be cast in precious or non-precious metals.

  • Prototyping & Product Development
    Allows rapid iteration of casting patterns for testing, validation, and refinement before moving to full-scale production.

  • Industrial Manufacturing
    Useful for creating casting patterns for functional parts, tooling, or custom fixtures where accuracy and surface quality are paramount.

  • Architectural & Decorative Projects
    Suitable for crafting ornamental metalwork, decorative fittings, and intricate architectural elements that benefit from a clean cast finish.

Design Recommendations
Max Part Size (x,y,z)Min Clearance + Gaps for FitMin Wall Thickness
256 mm x 256 mm x 256 mm0.5 mm 1 mm min