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Introducing Z Corporation
Introducing Z Corporation
Z Corporation is the Growth and Innovation Leader in 3D Printing 2,500 customers worldwide
Z Corporation has created the category of high speed, low cost, full color 3D printing
Markets We Address
We expect to be the 3D printer of choice for all forms of 3D Data
Entertainment
Education
What is 3D Printing?
3D CAD File
3D Printer
3D Model
How it Works
Software "slices" CAD file into thousands of thin layers Physical model is built one layer at a time Ink-jet print heads deposit binder into powder to create layers
1
Spread Layer of Powder
2
Print Cross-Section
3
Spread Layer of Powder
Needs
Very low cost for everyday use Very fast print speed High-definition resolution Full-color, graphics, annotation Easy to use
Rapid Manufacturing Uses: short-run, end-use parts Need: material strength, tooling-level accuracy Tradeoffs; very high cost, slow, monochrome, difficult-to-use
Mainstream 3D Printing
Z Corporation
Proven Technology
Color-code assemblies, tooling components, or machining surfaces to clearly communicate process steps
Applications in Architecture
Applications in Architecture
Applications in GIS
Z Corporation Advantages
How quickly does the person after you need their part? What can you afford to pay for each model?
$10? $100? $1,000?
Why Color?
Real Product
- More lifelike prototypes - Shape and size are only two aspects of the design. Color is the third.
Color had a much bigger impact on our design process than we ever imagined. We knew it would save time and enhance communication, but its really been a giant leap forward for us. It wont make monochrome prototyping obsolete, but it has dramatically accelerated our progress from simple sketches to success on the market Paul Bates Reebok International
Z Corp Part
Breakthrough Speed
Print a typical handheld part in < 2 hours
1-2 vertical inches (25-50 mm) per hour
Competition
All Prices in US $
Source: T. A. Grimm & Associates, May, 2005 Rapid Prototyping & Manufacturing Conference
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# Parts
Cost
Hours
Z Corp. Others
1 1
$60 $246
9 77
Z Corp. Others
10 10
$600 $2,460
90 770
Z Corp. Others
120 120
$7,200 $29,500
1,080 9,240
All Prices in US $
Dimension
Models with MSRP
BST 768: $18,900 BST 1200: $21,900 SST 768: $24,900 SST 1200: $29,900
Breakthrough Speed
Time needed to print this 32.5 in3 part
Z Corp. Others
9 Hours 77 Hours
Spectrum Z510 Specs: 600 dpi x .003 layers (45x better resolution)
ZPrinter 310
All Prices in US $
22 x $250 = $5,500
$5,500
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Z Corp: $1,650
Dimension: $5,500
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Materials
$5,500
Materials
$1,650
Training
$1,000
Training
$1,000
90 Day Warranty
90 Day Warranty
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Materials
$5,500
Materials
$1,650
Training
$1,000
Training
$1,000
90 Day Warranty
90 Day Warranty
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$24,450
$25,400
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Soluble supports
Still requires some manual removal Phosphate bath must be replaced for every 30 cubic inches of material dissolved Supports dissolve in 3 hours, longer for larger parts
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Soluble supports Still requires some manual removal Phosphate bath must be replaced for every 30 cubic inches of material dissolved PS400 media (Water works liquid) has a PH rating falling between Ammonia and Lye. Heavy dilution and/ or chemical services needed for disposal Supports dissolve in 3 hours, longer for larger parts Occasional leakage of solvent into hollow part geometry (Keep parts on sponges, rags, and cloth for hours or days)
The Dimension process involves physical support structures that must be painstakingly removed with tools
Step 1 Remove part with base and support structure from Dimension printer
Step 2 Attempt to tear part from support structure. Support structure cracks
Step 5 Continue to cut away support structure. Difficult because tools do not reach all surfaces
Step 6
Step 7
Locate & unpack the correct size and number of picks, files, tweezers, and other accessories included in Dimension Starter Kit
Step 8
Process continues
Step 9
And continues
Step 10
Conclude by sanding finish with 220/320-grit wet/dry sandpaper included in Dimension startup kit
Case Studies
We have been able to reduce model production time by as much as 75 percent. John Reed, Master Prototype Specialist
We can now quickly do innumerable iterations and variations, and the designers and marketing managers can really be sure the product is what [people on the street] are demanding. Toby Ringdahl, CAD Manager
Trinity Products
$10 million manufacturer of remote-controlled cars Need rapid prototypes for form, fit, function testing Solution; ZPrinter 310 for highresolution parts (even 1/18 scale) Results
Prototypes now strong enough for functional testing 80% time savings printing parts Cut design cycle 50% Eliminated earlier $800/part cost
the the single biggest step weve taken to improve the way we refine concepts, develop products, communicate with suppliers, and market products. Mike Wood, Chief Engineer
We can generally produce castings in a third of the time it used to take (5 days vs. 3 weeks), and at less cost. Joe Taylor, RP Team Leader
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