SLA Accura® Xtreme 3D Printing Services
Lead Time: 1 – 3 Days
Key Takeaway
Accura® Xtreme is a flagship stereolithography (SLA) resin from 3D Systems, engineered for exceptional toughness, durability, and production-like aesthetics. It bridges the gap between rapid prototyping and functional end-use parts, making it a top choice for industries that demand both precision and resilience.
What is Accura® Xtreme?
Accura® Xtreme is a tough, grey photopolymer resin designed for SLA 3D printing. It closely mimics the mechanical properties of durable thermoplastics like ABS and polypropylene, making it ideal for functional prototypes, snap-fit assemblies, rugged enclosures, and even short-run production parts.
Key finding:
Accura® Xtreme’s mechanical profile makes it a direct replacement for CNC-machined ABS and polypropylene in many prototyping and low-volume production scenarios.
Resources
Material Manufacturer: 3D Systems
| Mechanical Properties | |
|---|---|
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Tensile Strength |
5,510 – 6,380 psi |
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Tensile Modulus |
260 – 287 ksi |
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Tensile Elongation at Break |
14 – 22% |
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Flexural Strength |
7,540 – 10,300 psi |
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Flexural Modulus |
220 – 300 ksi |
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Heat Deflection at 264 psi |
129° F |
| Mechanical Properties | |
|---|---|
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Tensile Strength |
38 – 44 MPa |
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Tensile Modulus |
1,790 – 1,980 MPa |
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Tensile Elongation at Break |
14 – 22% |
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Flexural Strength |
52 – 71 MPa |
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Flexural Modulus |
1,520 – 2,070 MPa |
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Heat Deflection at 1.82 MPa |
54° C |
Why should you choose Accura® Xtreme for your project?
If your project demands the look, feel, and performance of injection-molded plastics—without the tooling costs or lead times—Accura® Xtreme by 3D Systems is a material you can trust.
| Industry | Application | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
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Ducts, housings, and lightweight brackets. |
Dimensional accuracy and stress resistance. |
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Under-the-hood components, brackets, and air intake systems. |
Repeatable assembly/disassembly and moderate heat resistance. |
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Enclosures, snap-fit components, and functional prototypes. |
Fine detail and repeatable assembly/disassembly. |
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Gears, housings, jigs, and fixtures. |
Speed and cost-effectiveness. |
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Form and fit prototypes, housings, and ergonomic assemblies. |
High accuracy and smooth surface finishes. |
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