A printing cycle takes 3–5 days. It includes building, cooling, and sandblasting.

At full capacity, printing takes no more than 12.5 hours. If the building volume is only partially filled, the printing time becomes proportionately shorter.

The build cannot be removed from the station immediately after its completion, as the material’s mechanical properties will suffer from flash cooling. In Fast Cooling mode, it takes 4 hours for the build to cool entirely, and in Natural Cooling mode it takes up to 30 hours. Cooling is done in a separate module, so it has no impact on the printing performance.

The HP Jet Fusion 5210 applies polymer in layers of 0.08 mm with a horizontal resolution of 1,200 × 1,200 DPI and a margin of error of 0.08–0.1 mm.

The horizontal resolution is based on the maximum precision of the X- and Y-axis movement of the printhead. The higher the number, the higher the level of detail. Vertical resolution is the minimum thickness of the polymer layer applied in one pass. The thinner the layer, the smoother the build’s surface is.

Multi Jet Fusion produces items gray in color. This is what polyamide powder looks like in finished builds.

However, we can also change the color of the printed item should the client require it. We currently offer two colors: black and graphite. To learn more about coloring, follow this link or contact our manager.

We print items in HP PA 12 polyamide which enables us to create enclosures and casings with an ingress protection rating of IP67 for dust and water.

The printed items are also unaffected by fine dust. The material retains its properties after contact with rain, water jets, and ocean waves. Additionally, printed items can withstand immersion in water up to 1 meter deep. The polymer has a relatively high density and therefore retains its dimensions in humid and damp environments.

The completed builds only undergo sandblasting to remove surplus polymer. Optionally, they can also be colored.

We use two coloring methods:

1. Dyeing. The application of color by immersing the item into a reservoir of dye. 
2. Graphite blasting. Similar to sandblasting, but with glass and graphite as an abrasive material. It gives the item a dark-gray color.

Dyeing and blasting are inexpensive and efficient ways of getting a high-quality finish.
Available colors: graphite, black, and gray. Other finishes will soon be made available.

Hewlett Packard recommends the following adhesives for PA 12 bonding:

1. Cyanoacrylate (a.k.a. Superglue)
2. Loctite 401 and 406
3. Epoxy
4. Neoprene-based glues

For better bonding reliability, the item’s surface must first be sanded and cleaned.

See Hewlett Packard’s guide to learn more.

Like Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Multi Jet Fusion is a powder 3D printing technology. Unlike SLS, where the polymer is spot-fused using lasers, MJF fuses the powder and bonding agent with IR light.

For an SLS printer running at 100% capacity, it can take up to 30 hours to fuse and cool the printed product. With MJF, on the other hand, printing takes 12.5 hours, and quick cooling — 4 hours.

MJF uses the PA 12 polyamide for printing. As a result, printed items can be made denser and less porous than with SLS. MJF-printed items have isotropic mechanical properties, higher definition, and a smoother surface.

If you need to print an intricate design with thin walls, inscriptions, and logos, Multi Jet Fusion and PA 12 are your best option.

Learn more about Multi Jet Fusion technology: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxjsZ5XKmbU

Our 3D printing process includes multiple stages:

1. Visualization

The 3D model is imported into HP SmartStream 3D Build Manager, an app that creates printer tasks. The space outlined in blue is the HP Jet Fusion 5210’s print volume. Its dimensions are 380 × 284 × 380 mm. Once the details are laid out, the app starts preparing the print task.

2. Printer preparation

The build unit is loaded with material and then inserted into the printer. Once this is done, it is ready for launch. Your items will be printed from this polyamide.

3. Printing

The printer applies a layer of powder and bonding agent, which is then fused under IR light. Once the layer is fused, the printing head applies another one. With Hewlett Packard’s solution, a whole layer is fused in one pass.

4. Cooldown

The build should be cooled gradually to preserve the item’s structural properties and prevent the material from becoming brittle. Usually, it takes up to 12 hours for a build to cool down. Meanwhile, the HP Jet Fusion 5210 can print another one. The printer also has active cooling capabilities: the build can be cooled in just 4 hours, but there is no guarantee the material will be as durable.

5. Clean-up

Multi Jet Fusion is a powder printing technology, so the newly built items need to be cleaned from surplus polyamide. All this is done in the post-processing unit.

Once cleaned, the items are ready for use without additional finishing. They can also be dyed black or gray if need be. Then we send them to the customer.

You can pay for your order once our manager clarifies all the details with you. Infomir 3D Printing fulfills orders only on pre-paid terms. You can pay for your order with a PrivatBank card or cashless payment.

For cashless payments, we need the client to submit their registration certificate, VAT payer’s certificate, and banking details. After the order is paid for, we will deliver the finished items together with an invoice.

The price depends on the weight and quantity of items. These determine how much polymer is used.

Upload your model to our online calculator for an automatic quote. If you need an oversized model printed or your file exceeds the 25 MB size limit, contact our manager for a more precise price estimate:

+38 (099) 075 5995

3dprint@infomir.com

Our specialists work with finished models. If you need a model developed or 3D scanned, we can refer you to our trusted partners.

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We have special offers for 3D studios. For large orders, discounts are determined on a case-by-case basis.

To upload your model to our online calculator, follow this link to the order placement page. The file needs to be submitted via an online form there. Then, you will have to input your name, telephone number, and e-mail. In the Comment box, you can add a description of your project or additional information, e.g., desired paint color.

Check out our 3D model upload how-to video.

The model must be submitted as an STL file, its size not exceeding 25 MB. If you have a larger model, send it to 3dprint@infomir.com

Your projects are safe with Infomir 3D Printing. All 3D model files uploaded to our online calculator are protected with end-to-end encryption, meaning no third party can view or use them.

To protect intellectual property and keep your business processes confidential, we recommend that you sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).

Please, download the Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), template, fill it, and send it by e-mail to 3dprint@infomir.com

Upload your 3D model to our online calculator and input the item size and quantity to get a quote from us.
The minimall order price is UAH 500. Also, don’t forget to add your contact details and project description for our manager. Once your order is paid for, we will print and ship it with Nova Poshta. Special terms apply for large and recurring orders.

If you need an oversized model printed or the size of your file exceeds 25 MB, contact our manager for a more precise price estimate:

+38 (099) 075 5995

3dprint@infomir.com

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