Description

Loctite 3D 3172 Resin

LOCTITE 3D 3172 is engineered to produce functional parts requiring exceptional stiffness, superior surface finish, and outstanding impact resistance. It is ideal for fabricating components that may undergo machining, tapping, or polishing, ensuring longevity and mechanical characteristics comparable to polypropylene.

Biocompatibility: ISO 10993 -5/-23 passed

Key Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Stress at Break (MPa): 39
• Young’s Modulus (MPa): 1500
• Elongation at Break (%): 73
• IZOD Impact (Notched) (J/m): 52
• HDT at 0.455 MPa (°C): 100

Key Benefits

• Tough & Durable
• Superior Impact Strength
• Nice Surface Finish, Machinable

Ideal Applications

• Manufacturing Aids / Jigs & Fixtures
• Housings
• Insoles

Cleaning Process

LOCTITE 3D 3172 requires cleaning to achieve specified properties. Prior to post curing, support structures should be removed from the printed part, and the part should then be washed. Use compressed air to remove residual solvent from the surface of the material between intervals.

Post Process Step	Agent	Method	Duration	Intervals	Additional Info
Cleaning	IPA	Ultrasonic	2.5 min	2	Allow parts to dry between intervals
Dry	n.a.	Compressed air	20 s	2	Air pressure (55psi)
Wait before post curing	n.a.	Ambient condition	60 min	1	Room temperature

 

Post Curing Process

LOCTITE 3D 3172 GY requires post curing to achieve specified properties. It is recommended that either an LED or wide spectrum lamp be used to post cure parts.

UV Curing Unit	UV Source	Intensity	Cure Time per Side	Additional Settings
Loctite CL36	405nm LED	80 mW/cm² at 405 nm	20 min	100% top & side, rotary table
Dymax 5000 EC Flood	Mercury Arc Bulb (broad spectrum)	150 mW/cm² at 380 nm	10 min	Shelf I