Stratasys: Stratasys Qualifies High-Performance Polymers for Aerospace 3D Printing Applications

Stratasys has taken another major step toward qualified additive manufacturing in safety-critical industries with the validation of AIS Antero 800NA and AIS Antero 840CN03 materials for use on its F900 system. These two high-performance thermoplastics have been tested as part of an extensive qualification program involving key industry players such as Boeing , Northrop Grumman , Raytheon , and the U.S. Air Force . The goal of the program was to deliver materials that meet the stringent demands of aerospace, defense, and other highly regulated industries. "We're empowering manufacturers to innovate faster and confidently deploy 3D printing for qualified end-use applications at multiple locations across an enterprise", said Foster Ferguson, Vice President, Stratasys, Industrial Business Unit. Both materials are based on PEKK (polyetherketoneketone), a high-performance polymer known for its excellent thermal and chemical resistance, making it suitable for components used in structurally demanding and high-temperature environments. The qualification process relied on NCAMP (National Center for Advanced Materials Performance) data, enabling users to build on an existing documentation framework. This significantly reduces the effort required for certification and material approval, facilitating smoother integration into existing production workflows. "The ongoing development and qualification of these Stratasys advanced additive manufacturing materials are pivotal for manufacturers in aerospace and defense, enabling them to confidently adopt 3D printing for mission-critical applications," said Ryan Martin, Senior Research Director, ABI Research. "With validated materials that meet rigorous industry standards, manufacturers can now accelerate production, reduce costs, and streamline qualification processes. This evolution in material capabilities provides the reliability, precision, and regulatory compliance required for producing high-performance parts that meet the demanding needs of these highly regulated industries." "These new AIS Antero materials represent a major step forward for additive manufacturing integration in the production of aerospace and defense platforms," said Foster Ferguson, Vice President, Industrial Business Unit, Stratasys. "By combining best-in-class performance with an established qualification framework, we're empowering manufacturers to innovate faster and confidently deploy 3D printing for qualified end-use applications at multiple locations across an enterprise." Stratasys plans to debut these new materials in April at the Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, showcasing how qualified materials are expanding the role of additive manufacturing in highly regulated markets like aerospace production. Subscribe to our Newsletter 3DPresso is a weekly newsletter that links to the most exciting global stories from the 3D printing and additive manufacturing industry. You can find the privacy policy for the newsletter here . You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time. For further questions, you can contact us here .