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Somos® BioClear
3D Printing Services

Stereolithography Material
Lead Time
1 – 3 Days

Somos® BioClear Description

Somos® BioClear is a highly advanced engineered resin that produces precise, functional prototypes and parts. It is a clear and colorless material capable of producing parts with exceptional clarity, smooth surface finish, and high fidelity.

The Somos® BioClear is ideal for various applications such as medical devices, consumer goods, and other applications where accuracy and clarity are paramount. It can simulate a variety of transparent polymers, making it an excellent material for the functional testing of prototypes.

Passing the 10993-10 Irritation and Sensitization, and USP Class VI testing, it is an excellent material for small-batch runs and customizable parts for the dental, medical, and scientific industries. Parts created using this material are optically clear and have mechanical properties similar to ABS.

List of 3D-Printed Somos® BioClear Characteristics

  • Clear/Translucent
  • Biocompatible*
  • Chemical Resistant
  • High Detail/High Resolution
  • High Strength
  • Moisture Resistant

* Please notify us of any biocompatibility needs.

List of 3D-Printed Somos® BioClear Applications

  • Surgical Models
  • Surgical Guides
  • Medical Applications
  • Functional Prototypes

List of Industries that use 3D-Printed Somos® BioClear

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Consumer Products
  • Defense
  • Electronics
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Medical
  • Research & Development
Why should you choose Somos® BioClear for your project?

Somos® BioClear is a biocompatible, high-performance resin ideal for medical and dental applications. Its exceptional clarity, strength, and durability make it the perfect choice for creating detailed, functional prototypes and end-use parts. With its FDA-compliant properties, BioClear ensures the safety and reliability of your projects.

Finishes for stereolithography printed Somos® BioClear.

Prototek offers high-quality stereolithography finishes for Somos® BioClear tailored to your project needs. Our advanced SLA technology produces parts with great detail, smooth surfaces, and precise measurements. You can select from various post-processing options, such as sanding, polishing, and painting, to get the look and functionality you want for your prototypes or end-use components.

Somos® BioClear Properties

Mechanical Properties UV Postcure
Tensile Strength
7,300 psi
Tensile Elongation at Break
15.5%
Flexural Strength
10,000 psi
Flexural Modulus
320 ksi
Heat Deflection at 264 psi
120° F
Mechanical Properties UV Postcure
Tensile Strength
50.4 MPa
Tensile Elongation at Break
15.5%
Flexural Strength
68.7 MPa
Flexural Modulus
2,205 MPa
Heat Deflection at 1.82 MPa
49° C

Resources

The creator of this material is Covestro Additive Manufacturing.

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