3D-Printer Tube Joint (Carbon Bike Project)
3D printing a glass-fiber-reinforced nylon composite part using our Markforged 3D printer.
Today we received and obtained training on our first 3D printer capable of printing fully functional parts made from either carbon, glass and Kevlar fiber-reinforced nylon as strong as aluminum. We can't wait to start printing carbon parts and incorporate them into all kinds of projects.
We give true meaning to rapid prototyping! In record time we can transfer most 3D CAD files into the physical world and produce exact replica models of any part in either positive or negative form. Positives can then be used to make highly accurate molds suitable for a wide range of composite manufacturing processes including resin infusion and high-temperature curing of pre-pregs. Negatives can be primed, sealed and adapted to be used as molds themselves. Available Materials for CNC: MDF, SikaBlock®, Polyurethane Foam Blocks, and Various Woods.
Where others failed, Composite Dimensions succeeded to pass Marom-Dolphin's stringent 5m 40Kg Drop Test using our prototype support beams inside one of their military backpacks the first time out. Watch this short video showing how we made the beams using vacuum-assisted resin infusion, the actual drop tests, as well as the infamous 'Vandalism Test' - a new industry standard...not!