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Fortus 450mc Professional Industrial FDM 3D Printer

Factory Floor Ready Additive Manufacturing Solution

Designed for customers who demand durability, precision, and repeatability, the Fortus 450mc printer has proven its value across aerospace, automotive, and general industrial sectors. It combines the speed, agility and design freedom of industrial additive manufacturing with the latest advances in FDM® technology

The best industrial FDM 3D Printer in its class.

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  • check Trusted by Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing, Railway, Oil & Gas, and Defense Industries.
  • check 21 standard, engineering, and high-performance material options PLUS access to open materials and key print parameters with OpenAM™
  • check Access to enterprise-grade cybersecurity capabilities to protect Stratasys printers and your network from cyber threats and business disruptions.
  • check Compatible with the optional Fortus FDC™ material delivery and drying cabinet to extend unattended print time.

Fortus 450mc

Benefits
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The Fortus 450mc offers benefits that give manufacturers more options to solve typical production problems.

  • check The spacious build volume enables larger parts or multiple iterations of smaller parts in a single build.
  • check The printer’s small footprint makes it easier to accommodate on a crowded manufacturing shop floor.
  • check A versatile selection of materials – from standard to high-performance polymers – opens up your application space.
  • check A proven record of reliability, repeatability, and performance offers maximum part yield and printer uptime.
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Features
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These are some of the features that make the Fortus 450mc a valuable part of the manufacturing floor.

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    Large T40 printer tips provide faster material deposition for quicker print times on large parts.
  • check The fully heated build chamber ensures accurate and precise print quality, including high-performance/high-temp materials.
  • check Multiple color options on several materials, including high-performance ULTEM™, reduce the need for post-process steps like painting.
  • check MTConnect compatibility allows integration with your factory-floor data information system.
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FDM Technology

Materials

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Fortus 450mc materials include standard, engineering-grade, and high-performance thermoplastics for virtually any industry application. Several are highlighted below but represent only a portion of what is available. Refer to the printer’s specification sheet to see all available materials.

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ASA

Available in 10 colors, ASA has similar properties to ABS but is UV resistant and produces a smoother printed surface.

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FDM Nylon 12CF

This strong carbon-filled nylon features the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio of any FDM material.

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ULTEM

ULTEM™ 9085

ULTEM™ 9085 resin features a high strength-to-weight ratio in addition to high thermal and chemical resistance.

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Antero 800NA

This PEKK-based material has excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and low outgassing characteristics.

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Kimya PC-FR

Flame-retardant polycarbonate is designed for compliance with transportation-industry fire safety regulations.

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Available in 10 colors, ASA has similar properties to ABS but is UV resistant and produces a smoother printed surface.

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This strong carbon-filled nylon features the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio of any FDM material.

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ULTEM

ULTEM™ 9085 resin features a high strength-to-weight ratio in addition to high thermal and chemical resistance.

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This PEKK-based material has excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and low outgassing characteristics.

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Flame-retardant polycarbonate is designed for compliance with transportation-industry fire safety regulations.

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Typical applications

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Whether you need accurate prototypes, durable manufacturing aids, or on-demand end-use parts, the Fortus 450mc can tackle your application. Carbon fiber materials can substitute for metal for light yet strong, ergonomic tooling. High-performance polymers satisfy high-demand aero and space applications.

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Prototyping

Streamline your product development process with 3D printed concepts and functional prototypes.

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Durable Manufacturing Tooling

Avoid the high cost and long lead time of machined tools with 3D printed jigs, fixtures and custom manufacturing aids.

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Production Parts

The Fortus 450mc is the ideal on-demand solution for cost-effective, low-volume, and bridge-to-production parts.

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Streamline your product development process with 3D printed concepts and functional prototypes.

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Avoid the high cost and long lead time of machined tools with 3D printed jigs, fixtures and custom manufacturing aids.

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The Fortus 450mc is the ideal on-demand solution for cost-effective, low-volume, and bridge-to-production parts.

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Printer Comparison

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  • Description
  • Material Delivery
  • Build Size
  • Network Connectivity
  • System Size and Weight
  • Operating Conditions
  • Power Requirements
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Software
  • Accuracy
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Fortus 450mc

Fortus 450mc

  • Description This factory floor ready additive manufacturing system is compatible with a wide selection of materials. With a proven record of repeatability and performance for maximum part-yield and printer uptime, the Fortus 450mc has earned its reputation as a reliable, mid-tier FDM® workhorse.
  • Material Delivery Two bays each for model and support canisters. Auto changeover between canisters
  • Build Size 406 x 355 x 406 mm (16 x 14 x 16 in.)
  • Network Connectivity Network Communication 10/100 base T connection. Ethernet protocol. Wired: TCP/IPv6 protocols
  • System Size and Weight 129.5 cm x 90.2 cm x 198.4 cm (51 x 35.5 x 78.1 in.) 601 kg (1325 lbs.)
  • Operating Conditions N/A
  • Power Requirements 208VAC 3 phase, 50/60 Hz, consumes 18 Amps
  • Regulatory Compliance CE, cTUVus, RCM, EAC, FCC Part B
  • Software All Fortus systems include Insight™ and Control Center™ job processing and management software. Compatible with GrabCAD Print™ , GrabCAD Print Pro™ and Streamline Pro for use with part processing, job reports, scheduling and remote monitoring. OpenAM software is available through the purchase of an OpenAM License
  • Accuracy Parts are produced within an accuracy of ± .127 mm (± .005 in.) or ± .0015 mm/mm (± .0015 in/in), whichever is greater). Z part accuracy includes an additional tolerance of -0.000/+slice height. Note: Accuracy is geometry dependent. Achievable accuracy specification derived from statistical data at 95% dimensional yield.
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F900

F900

  • Description The FDM Workhorse of Large-Scale 3D Printing. Produce highly accurate 3D printed parts, with repeatability, and reliable performance from the best industrial FDM 3D printer on the market.
  • Material Delivery Two model material canisters 1,508 cc (92 in.3 ); Two support material canisters 1,508 cc (92 in.3 ) Auto changeover between canisters. Fortus FDC™ allows for two model material canisters 4,097 cc (250 in(3)) each.
  • Build Size 914.4 x 609.6 x 914.4 mm (36 x 24 x 36 in.) Platen supports two build zones for either a small or large build sheet
  • Network Connectivity Wired: TCP/IPv6 protocols, 10/100 base T connection, Ethernet protocol
  • System Size and Weight 2,772 x 1,683 x 2,027 mm (109.1 x 66.3 x 79.8 in); 2,869 kg (6,325 lbs.)
    With Manufacturing Light Tower: 2,772 x 1,683 x 2,281 mm (109.1 x 66.3 x 89.8 in.)
  • Operating Conditions Maximum room temperature of 29 °C (85 °F). Maximum room humidity of 80%
  • Power Requirements 230 VAC (three phase) 50/60Hz, Voltage fluctuation +/- Current 40A
  • Regulatory Compliance CE, cTUVus, RCM, EAC, FCC Part B
  • Software All Fortus systems include Insight and Control Center™ job processing and management software. Compatible with GrabCAD Print and GrabCAD Streamline Pro™ for use with job reports, scheduling and remote monitoring. U.S. government agency STIG compliance via Stratasys ProtectAM technology is powered by Red Hat® Enterprise Linux® software. GrabCAD Print Pro is available
  • Accuracy Parts are produced within an accuracy of +/- .089 mm or +/- .0015 mm per mm whichever is greater (+/- .0035 in. or +/-.0015 in. per in. whichever is greater).+ Z part accuracy includes an additional tolerance of =0/+ slice height. Note: Accuracy is geometry-dependent. Achievable Accuracy specification derived from statistical data at 95% dimensional yield. See Fortus 900mc accuracy white paper for more information.
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F770

F770

  • Description Large print volume industrial 3D printer. Offers reliable industrial-scale printing capacity using standard plastics at an accessible price point.
  • Material Delivery N/A
  • Build Size 1,000 x 610 x 610 mm / 372,000 cm3
    (39.4 x 24 x 24 in. / 22,677 in.3)
    Maximum length on the diagonal – 1,171 mm (46.1 in.)
  • Network Connectivity IEEE 802.11n-2009
    IEEE 802.11g-2003
    IEEE 802.11b-1999
  • System Size and Weight 175 x 124 x 196 cm (69 x 49 x 77 in.)
    658 kg (1,450 lbs.)
  • Operating Conditions Operating temperature: 15 °C to 30 °C (59 °F to 86 °F)
    Operating humidity: 30-70%
    99 cm (39 in.) clearance on each side of printer
  • Power Requirements Power Requirements 3 phase, 208V, 30A, 5 wire, 47-63Hz frequency
  • Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance CE, cTUVus, RCM, EAC, FCC Part B
  • Software Software GrabCAD Print, GrabCAD Print Pro1, Insight, Control Center™, MTConnect enabled
  • Accuracy XY part accuracy = +/- 0.254 mm (+/- 0.010 in.) or +/- 0.002 mm/mm (+/- 0.002 in./in.), whichever is greater
    Z part accuracy = +/- 0.200 mm (+/- 0.008 in.) or +/- 0.002 mm/mm (+/- 0.002 in./in.), plus 1 layer height
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Customer Case Studies

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Learn how customers use the Fortus 450mc for innovative solutions to lower costs, speed production, and get to market faster. Whether replacing CNC machining for production tooling or making end-use parts to supplant obsolete stock, customers rely on the Fortus 450mc to improve their performance.

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John Crane Equipment

Learn how John Crane found the Fortus 450mc the best alternative to CNC machined metal parts.

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East/West Industries

East/West Industries leverages its Fortus 450mc for cost-effective solutions like workholding fixtures.

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Angel Trains

3D printing serves as the optimal solution to replace obsolete parts for passenger rail car cabins.

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Siemens Mobility

Siemens Mobility finds Fortus 450mc FDM technology the perfect fit for production parts and custom tooling.

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Learn how John Crane found the Fortus 450mc the best alternative to CNC machined metal parts.

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East/West Industries leverages its Fortus 450mc for cost-effective solutions like workholding fixtures.

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3D printing serves as the optimal solution to replace obsolete parts for passenger rail car cabins.

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Siemens Mobility finds Fortus 450mc FDM technology the perfect fit for production parts and custom tooling.

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GrabCAD Print Software

Simplify your 3D printing workflow with powerful and intuitive software.

GrabCAD Print software is what makes Stratasys 3D printers go, providing the features and flexibility to make 3D printing easy and understandable. At its core, GrabCAD Print software removes the friction of going from a CAD model to a physical 3D printed part and speeds up the process. You designed the part, now let GrabCAD Print software do the rest to make it a reality

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