EXCLUSIVE: EnvisionTEC have announced the launch of yet another new machine. The ULTRA was be unveiled at the show in Schaumburg, Illinois this week and has been designed to outperform existing 3-dimensional printing products in build speed, surface quality and material choices.
Based on its EnvisionTEC's proven digital light projection (DLP) technology, the ULTRA is billed as a machine to "raise the bar in performance for 3-dimensional desktop printers" The machine also has a larger build envelope at 10" x 7.5" x 8" lending itself to desktop creation of larger models.
Essential Specs:
- X & Y resolution 80 microns (0.0032 in) with ERM module
- Z-resolution adjustable from to 20 to 100 microns (0.0007 to 0.004 in)
- Build speed 0.5 in/hr (12.7 mm) at 100 microns voxel depth for the full build envelope
- Wide material choice, from ABS and polypropylene-like to wax-based materials for investment casting
- Extremely smooth surface finishes
- Office-friendly, low power requirements and plug and play operation
Ali Siblani, CEO of EnvisionTEC GmbH is quoted on the launch information "The New ULTRA redefines 3-dimensional desktop printing by delivering high resolution parts without sacrificing build speed, and without limiting the choice of build materials. The ULTRA is engineered for extreme performance and reliability at a very competitive price point,"
EnvisionTEC will start taking orders for the ULTRA at the RAPID 2009 show for delivery in 8 weeks from order.
