CARBON DIGITAL LIGHT SYNTHESIS (DLS)
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Carbon DLS is a resin-based polymer process that uses light and heat to create parts with isotropic properties, complex geometries, and excellent surface finishes. DLS offers a wide range of production-grade materials, allowing engineers to build end-use parts right off the printer. Fast Radius’ Chicago factory is the largest public install-base of Carbon technology in North America.
We are certified in Design for Carbon, as well as in all of the materials we provide.
Producing parts with Carbon DLS
General process information
Max. part size | • 189 x 118 x 326 mm • 7.4 x 4.6 x 12.8 in |
min. feature size | Material dependent, typically: • ~0.25 - 0.5 mm • ~0.01 - 0.02 in |
LEAD TIME | • Get your parts in as little as three business days. |
Materials
FINISHING/POST-PROCESSING OPTIONS |
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| Painting | Smoothing | Press-fit inserts | Hydrographics |
| Bead blasting | Heat staked inserts | Digital texturing | Laser surface decorating/etching |
Let’s make your Carbon DLS PARTS. Right now.
Reduced material usage by 70% in the final product
Made possible with Fast radius
Every day we’re working with the world’s leading product manufacturers to make the parts that matter most to their businesses.
Common Carbon DLS Applications
DLS is often used for end-use parts because it produces high tolerances and smooth surface finishes. The speed of the DLS process makes it attractive for rapid prototyping as well.
High-volume production runs
Cost-effective and quick production of small parts.
Functional prototyping
Durable prototypes suitable for testing in real-world conditions.
Complex parts
Process allows geometries that would be impossible with other methods.
Foam replacement
Elastomeric lattice design enables custom mechanical responses.
Chemical and heat resistant parts
Materials that meet many functional and regulatory requirements.
Carbon DLS resources
Learn more about the Carbon DLS services we offer at the Fast Radius resource center.
