{"product_id":"alumina-4n-resin-form-3","title":"Formlabs Alumina 4N Resin (Form 3) 2 kg (0.78 L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99.99% Pure Technical Ceramic for Extreme Environments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlumina 4N Resin is a ceramic-filled photopolymer that, after a two-stage firing process (debinding and sintering), transforms into a fully dense, polycrystalline ceramic part. It offers exceptional thermal, electrical, and chemical resistance. This \"3D Printing for Ceramics\" workflow enables engineers to iterate on complex geometries without the need for expensive custom tooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncredible Purity: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvides the highest level of performance for applications where trace impurities can cause failure or contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Temperature Resistance: \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce sintered, parts can withstand service temperatures up to 1500 degrees Celsius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Insulation: \u003c\/strong\u003eHigh dielectric strength makes it an ideal choice for high-voltage insulators and electronic substrates in harsh environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Inertness: \u003c\/strong\u003eResistant to corrosion and abrasion, making it suitable for chemical processing and laboratory equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Thermal Conductivity: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvides excellent thermal insulation, protecting sensitive components in high-heat applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Voltage Insulators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-shaped standoff insulators and spark plug components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundry Tooling: \u003c\/strong\u003eComplex cores and crucibles for investment casting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Processing: \u003c\/strong\u003eAbrasion-resistant nozzles, valves, and mixing elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAerospace \u0026amp; Defense: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeat shields and radomes requiring high thermal stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLab Equipment: \u003c\/strong\u003eChemically inert crucibles and sample holders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I Need a Special Build Platform?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. To ensure proper adhesion and easy removal of the brittle \"green\" parts, the Stainless Steel Build Platform is required for Alumina 4N Resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Shrinkage Predictable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Formlabs provides a \"Scale Factor\" within PreForm. When you select Alumina 4N, the software automatically scales your model to compensate for the 22% shrinkage, ensuring your final part matches your CAD dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I Use Any Kiln for Sintering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need a kiln capable of reaching at least 1600 degrees Celsius with programmable ramp rates to ensure the debinding and sintering cycles are followed precisely to avoid cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Formlabs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50313883091226,"sku":"RS-F2-AL4N-01","price":1819.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0277\/5010\/5122\/files\/07202023_alumina_4n_127-sh-standard_store.webp?v=1756165349","url":"https:\/\/shop.cadmicro.com\/products\/alumina-4n-resin-form-3","provider":"CAD MicroSolutions Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}