Plastics & Composites Prototyping Materials

Find the Right Additive, Thermoplastic, or Thermoset Material

Each industry has its own unique requirements when it comes to prototyping and production part materials. At The Technology House (TTH), we have dedicated project managers who are experienced in working with a wide range of plastic and composite materials, including additive, thermoplastic, and thermoset rapid prototyping and production materials, to ensure your project meets all industry standards and requirements.

Backed by engineering and rapid prototyping services, our process is designed to identify the best material—metal or plastic—to efficiently produce one part or thousands.

Choose from an extensive list of available additive, thermoplastic, and thermoset plastic and composite materials.

prototype manufactured with Carbon DLS

Carbon DLS uses a photochemical process that uses ultraviolet light to cure liquid plastic into solid parts. It's a type of 3D parts manufacturing that allows engineers and designers to create complex designs relatively quickly. Standard available materials include:

RPU 70

Best for rigid, everyday tough, and strong parts
Similar to ABS material
Colored black

RPU 130

Best for rigid, durable, heat-resistant parts
Similar to nylon material
Colored black

EPX 82

Best for rigid, high strength, and long-term durability
Similar to 20% glass-filled PBT
Colored black

EPU 41

Best for production elastic, tear-resistant, and energy return parts
Similar to 70A TPU material
Colored mint green

EPU 46

Best for midsoles, saddles, and grips, with a tunable material stiffness
Similar to TPU material
Customizable color options

FPU 50

Best for flexible, tough, and fatigue-resistant parts
Similar to PP material
Colored black

MPU 100

Best for biocompatible, sterilizable, and chemically-resistant parts
Similar to medical-grade ABS material
Colored white

CE 221

Best for high strength, stiffness, and high-temperature-resistant parts
Similar to 15% glass-filled Nylon 6 material
Colored amber

SIL 30

Best for soft, biocompatible, and tear-resistant parts
Similar to 25A TPE material
Colored grey

Keysplint Soft Clear

Best for dental devices, biocompatible
Low Shore D Softness, Flexible
Colored Clear

DPR 10

Best for highly accurate models
Similar to prototype ABS material
Colored off-white

UMA 90

Best for quick, colored parts
Similar to prototype ABS material
Colored any custom color

EPX 86FR

Best for applications that require UL 94 V-0 or 25.853(a) ratings with flame-retardant and self-extinguishing features
Unmatched flame retardance, functional toughness, high strength, and long-term stability
Color is black

HENKEL LOCTITE 3D IND405 Clear

Best for Tough, Fluid Ducts & Clear Show Models
Similar to PP
Color is Clear (can dye/tint)

HENKEL LOCTITE 3D IND147 Black

Best for custom molds, prototyping of high-temperature parts, and high-temperature, low-pressure tooling
Good surface finish and dimensional stability
Color is photoplastic black

WHIPMIX Surgical Guide Clear

Best for dental surgical guides, biocompatible, sterilizable
Accurate, Rigid
Colored Clear

part manufactured using urethane molding technology

Urethane molding offers a cost-effective alternative when you need multiple prototypes that provide production material performance or low volumes of production parts. There are hundreds of materials available in all different colors and specifications, including clear, UL94V0, food-safe, FDA, biocompatible, and more. Here are some of the most common urethane materials we operate:

TD-277-02

Best for flame retardant (UL94V0), durable, medical, and MRI parts
Similar to ABS
Colored off-white

RC-79

Best for rigid, flame retardant (UL94V0), strong, medical, and MRI parts
Similar to PC
Colored amber

PT-8958

Best for rigid, flame retardant (UL94V0), high impact, medical, and MRI parts
Similar to PC/ABS
Colored amber

TC-851

Best for rigid, accurate, strong parts
Similar to PC/ABS
Colored white (can add color)

PT-8952

Best for impact resistance, flame retardant (UL94V0), FAR 28.853
Similar to nylon
Colored amber (can add color)

TC-885 FR

Best for fast, flame retardant (UL94V0), impact-resistant, and rigid parts
Similar to PC
Colored white (can add color)

TP-4051

Best for fast, rigid, everyday parts
Similar to ABS
Colored white (can add color)

Hapflex

Best for elastic, tear-resistant, and overmolded parts from 20A (rubber band) to 90A (skateboard wheel) durometer
Similar to TPU or rubber
Can color match any color

OC-7086

Best for waterclear, rigid parts, UV protected
Similar to Clear ABS
Colored Clear

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of plastic and composite materials does The Technology House offer for manufacturing?
A: The Technology House (TTH) provides a wide range of plastic and composite materials for additive manufacturing and prototyping, including engineering‑grade plastics, high‑performance composites, and specialty polymers. These materials support 3D printing plastic parts, custom component manufacturing, and functional prototypes with properties tailored to your application.

Q: How are plastic additive manufacturing materials used for prototyping and production?
A: Plastic additive manufacturing materials are used in processes like HP Multi Jet Fusion, Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), and carbon DLS to create accurate, durable parts. TTH helps customers choose the right material based on mechanical strength, thermal performance, and final use case — whether for rapid prototyping or low‑volume production.

Q: What are the benefits of using composites and engineering plastics in manufacturing?
A: Composites and engineering plastics offer superior strength‑to‑weight ratios, improved durability, chemical resistance, and design flexibility. These properties make them ideal for producing parts that need enhanced performance — such as functional prototypes, structural components, or end‑use parts — while maintaining manufacturing efficiency.

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