Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer

Industrial 3D printer from Stratasys with large working field and open material system


Build chamber
406 x 355 x 406 mm
Software
GrabCAD Print

What are the applications of the printer
and where will it serve best?

For whom?

We have noticed that often in manufacturing companies, engineers in the design, R&D or maintenance departments need to expand low- and medium-volume production and large-scale rapid prototyping capabilities. Important to them is the speed of obtaining prototypes, spare parts, tools, as well as final products. The availability of 3D printing materials and their variety will also play a role.

What demand?

The Stratasys Fortus 450mc printer will be an advanced answer to manufacturing needs for industry. With its large working area and printing in engineered materials, it allows for the creation of durable spare parts, tooling and end products. In addition, it can connect to devices in the factory using the MTConnect protocol.

In what industries?

Fortus 450 mc is used by industries such as manufacturing, industrial automation, appliance and electronics manufacturers, and the home appliance industry.

  • Manufacturing
  • Industrial automation
  • Appliance and electronics manufacturers
  • Home Appliances

Why the Stratasys Fortus 450mc?

  • The Stratasys Fortus 450mc is a model tailored to industrial needs. It will work well for printing large-size parts.
  • It works with FDM technology that ensures the durability of prints.
  • The Fortus 450mc has received a number of certifications and will be a great addition to the wider fleet.
  • With the Fortus 450mc, you can print in many materials, including those outside the Stratasys range.

What benefits and key advantages does the printer bring?

Technical benefits:
1

Immediate transition between the design and production phases

2

Prints without distortion

3

Durable parts made of a variety of materials

4

Easy to use and short training

5

Speed of component manufacturing

6

Remote print supervision

7

Semi-automatic calibration

8

Integration with the entire factory system

Key advantages of the Stratasys printer:

01

When using third-party industrial printers, very often the final print does not meet standards. The prints contain cavities and are not made accurately. When you want precise prints that reflect your design well, Stratasys printers are the right answer. They put repeatability of prints first, which reaches 98%.

02

You know the properties of the materials from the very beginning – they are described in detail in the material sheets. The Fortus 450mc printer has access to materials from third-party manufacturers, which gives it versatility while maintaining all expected print properties.

03

Are you worried about the complexity of the 3D printing process? Are you at the beginning of your journey when it comes to operating the printer and configuring print settings? The Stratasys printer is a plug&play device. You will benefit from a clear interface, short training and the intuitive GrabCAD software. You won’t have to invest extra to start production!

04

Are you using the MTConnect protocol in your factory? The Fortus 450mc printer will allow you to connect with other devices as part of a broader system. Build Industry 4.0 solutions and don’t worry about compatibility.

05

When investing money in a machine, you may want to be sure that any repair will take place at an authorized service center. At CadXpert, we offer products from well-known, stable and proven 3D printing companies. We are in touch with the manufacturer and make repairs using authorized parts and methods.

Will I be able to train my employees after purchasing the printer?

Yes, we won’t leave you alone. Along with each printer, we offer training for employees on how to use the device.

Business benefits

What will you gain by implementing F370 in your company?

  • large prototypes in a short cycle
  • dynamic supply of spare parts
  • saving time and human resources in the production of components with complex geometries
  • saving storage space for spare parts
  • saving of materials in comparison to CNC machining
  • avoiding production line downtime
  • door to door service – your machine will be taken care of by our team of certified and experienced engineers. We are present in different regions of Poland and will perform the repair at the site of your company, without worrying about prolonged machine downtime.
  • smoothly managed machinery

Is the Stratasys printer faster than cheap counterparts?

In all simulations, Stratasys solutions prove to be faster than the competition. Print without worrying about lost time!

3D printer comparison. Universal user guide

We know that our customers need reliable 3D printing information and printer comparisons in their purchases. When it comes to making a substantive case for a purchase, breadth and precision of insight is important.

With this in mind, we created “3D Printer Comparison. A Universal User’s Guide.”
Our guide will help you in the decision-making process. It’s a useful resource that you’ll be able to present to a board of directors or before a purchasing committee. It helps you evaluate technologies and 3D printers against a number of useful criteria.

What do I find in the guide?

  • Descriptions of the characteristics of 3D printing technology
  • Comparison of 3D printing technologies
  • Comparison of 3D printers from different manufacturers by market segment
  • Case study of 3D printer purchase

    What kind of return on investment (ROI) can you expect from implementing this printer?

    Fortus 450mc printer offers a favorable return
    on investment:

    • For low and medium product runs. There is no need for costly and time-consuming injection molding.
    • For parts with complex geometries. 3D printing has no technical limitations of machining. There is no need for a separate CAM project (CNC machine operation) and the constant presence of an engineer to manufacture the part.
    • For large-size parts. Basic FDM printers do not have such a large working field.

    An example of return on investment in the production of rotor prototypes for Vibroson of Poznań.

    3D printing
    690 PLN
    7 days
    Machining
    5000 PLN
    28 days

    The Stratasys printer offers too low a return on investment relative to using a 3D printing service.
    What should I do?

    To implement an in-house printer is to become independent of the supplies, logistics and deadlines of subcontractors. It is also worth including indirect benefits in the calculation of the investment.

    Financing
    and printer leasing

    We work with several partners to obtain financing for your projects. We will show you where you can go to find support and get funding with simplified procedures and maximum customer care. We will help you buy and implement very quickly.

    Leasing is the optimal solution for businesses. With no one-time investment, the device works for you from the beginning and you can treat the installments as a tax-deductible expense.

    Ask us about financing options for your printer

    Printer maintenance

    At CadXpert, certified engineers provide warranty care for the equipment. There is no need to use foreign, non-responsive service centers.

    We assign an individual Service Consultant to each customer to answer your questions

    You will be able to get in touch at any time about the operation of the device and get the missing information.

    Our implementation consultants, as part of the initial application audit, will help you find additional applications for your printer so that you can realize the full potential of the device.

    I don’t know how I can use a 3D printer in my industry.

    We will send a consultant to your factory or lab to review possible 3D printing applications and audit the applications for the printer.

    Technical parameters of the printer

    Download the detailed technical specifications of the Stratasys Fortus 450mc printer.

    Stratasys Fortus 450mc
    Build chamber
    406 x 355 x 406 mm
    Materiały
    ASA, ABS-M30™
    Material containers
    containers
    Support material
    soluble and breakable
    Software
    GrabCAD Print
    Layer height
    0.330, 0.254, 0.178, 0.127 mm
    Special feature
    open material system

    What materials are supported by the printer?

    For the Fortus 450mc printer, Stratasys has prepared a number of engineered materials for use with FDM technology. Certified materials from third-party manufacturers are also available.

    ASA
    ABS-M30
    Nylon 12
    PC
    Ultem 9085
    Victrex AM 200
    Antero 800NA

    For a full specification on the use of layer thicknesses for the materials available for the Fortus 450mc printer, see the technical specifications.

    Want to read more about the materials used in different technologies?

    Does the Stratasys printer need special space conditions to work?

    Stratasys J series printers do not need special rooms. You don’t need to create additional ventilation ducts or build exhaust hoods. This is equipment that will work in any production space.

    Comparison of Stratasys large-format models

    The Stratasys Fortus 450mc’s capabilities are tailored to meet industry needs.

    The Fortus 450mc is your ideal tool for material testing. The printer combines ease of use with a large working area and an open material system.

    GrabCAD software

    Learn about GrabCAD Print software.
    Prepare and optimize your design for perfect printing.

    Why does GrabCAD mean faster work?

    • Convenient setting of basic printing parameters
    • Print queuing
    • Control over material consumption
    • Estimation of printing time and cost
    • Ability to work on engineering file extensions (e.g. STEP) or files directly exported from the most recognized CAD software (Solidworks, Inventor, NX, Catia, etc.).

    Download GrabCAD Print for free

    Fill out the form and you will automatically receive a link to download the full version of GrabCAD software from Stratasys.

      Test the software and do your own item estimation with GrabCAD Print

      Is there an additional charge for GrabCAD software?

      GrabCAD software and updates are free. Stratasys includes them with every 3D printer model.

      What will our cooperation look like?

      1

      We will start with a thorough understanding of your problem related to the manufacturing process of each component. We will consider their characteristics and applications.

      2

      We will select the right technology, materials and offer the right printer.

      3

      We will prepare a return on investment calculation regarding your planned prints.

      4

      We will print a proof for you to see if the solution is suitable for your applications.

      5

      We will prepare a price and time estimate according to the established guidelines.

      6

      If you accept all the components of the offer, we will proceed with the order.

      7

      We will arrange for the installation of the printer at your site and provide training to your employees on the operation of the device.

      Your project will be the responsibility of one specific person who will be available to you at every stage of implementation.

      Consult implementation

      1

      As part of the conversation, the consultant:

      2

      In furtherance of our cooperation:

      What questions will help you assess your situation?

      1. 1

        Do you have a specific problem or challenge that 3D printing could solve?

      2. 2

        What size parts do you want to print? The most common prints are important, as they are the ones worth investing in 3D printers for.

      3. 3

        What is more important to you aesthetics or the durability of the print? This will help us determine the right printing technology.

      4. 4

        Is the print to meet any additional requirements? E.g. chemical resistance, heat resistance, biocompatibility certificate, pressure maintenance, low weight, handling of very heavy loads, abrasion resistance, good sliding properties, etc.

      Submit the form, our consultant will contact you within 15 minutes.

      Konsultant duku 3D

        Direct contact

        Frequently asked questions

        Still wondering? We hope this list of frequently asked questions will help answer some of your doubts.

        Stratasys Fortus 450mc printers feature a high print accuracy of +/- 0.127 mm. These are sufficient parameters for most cases of industrial production.

        The Stratasys Fortus 450mc printer can use layer thicknesses of 0.127 mm, 0.178 mm, 0.254 mm and 0.330 mm depending on the material.

        NO. The Stratasys software that comes with the printers is at no additional cost. Also, updates remain free.

        NO. Stratasys printers are equipped with carbon filters to protect the production chamber and do not require additional ventilation hoods.

        Files can be transferred to Stratasys printers via LAN, but also wirelessly and with flash drives. The operator does not need to be in the same room as the printer.

        NO. Stratasys printers have an excellent learning curve and can be operated by quickly pre-trained personnel.

        YES. We provide initial operational training for all Stratasys printers purchased.

        Stratasys’ team of certified experts is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no limited support at CadXpert – you can always call and get technical assistance for your printer.