Chromatic develops the RX-AM™ platform, which utilizes chemical reactions to 3D print industrial-strength elastomeric parts without the need for melting or post-processing. This technology enables manufacturers to produce durable, customizable components on various substrates, reducing costs and waste associated with traditional injection molding methods.
Funding
$17.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional methods of producing elastomeric parts, such as injection molding, often involve high tooling costs, minimum order quantities, and material waste, limiting design flexibility and increasing lead times. Existing additive manufacturing techniques for elastomers may require melting or post-processing, which can compromise material properties and increase production complexity.
Solution
Chromatic's RX-AM™ platform enables the 3D printing of industrial-strength elastomeric parts through chemical reactions, eliminating the need for melting or post-processing. This technology allows manufacturers to create durable, customizable components directly on various substrates, including metal, textiles, plastics, and ceramics. The RX-AM™ platform facilitates on-demand production, rapid iteration, and reduced waste, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional manufacturing methods. The platform's production-ready printing process delivers smooth results and enables the creation of unique geometries for novel product designs.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes manufacturers in industries such as automotive, industrial, and consumer goods seeking to produce custom elastomeric parts with enhanced design flexibility and reduced costs.
Features
- 3D printing of thermoset polyurethane elastomers with Shore A hardness ranging from 50-90
- Direct printing on diverse substrates without adhesives
- Customizable flexibility, strength, and color options
- Production-ready printing process delivering smooth surface finishes
- Capability to create complex geometries and multi-material parts
- Reduced waste and CO2 emissions compared to traditional manufacturing
- On-demand production with no minimum order quantities