Rapid Prototypes using Stereolithography

If you are looking for a rapid prototyping supplier who delivers on time and to a high standard then look no further.  A substantial investment in both equipment and premises in the summer of 2008 led to the creation of Ogle's "RP Centre of Excellence".  With an in depth understanding of your needs - our technicians will advise you as to the best and most cost effective way to produce your prototype be it for form, fit or function or for a fully finished and detailed concept model, or fully functional prototype.

As we have some of the latest equipment around and are able to offer a variety of process's we offer unbiased advise. 

With the ability to create from small highly accurate and detailed SLA (Stereoligography) models using in-house 3D Systems Vipers capable of 0.05mm resolution and running the latest tested resins.

To larger parts on the 3500 through to the largest capacity machine a 7000 with a build chamber of 508 x 508 x 600mm (x y z).

For working prototypes and rapid manufactured parts you have access to our Plastic Laser Sintering equipment.  We operate three of the most up to date machines and using the best orientation of the parts ensures you get the model you want in a variety of materials.

For multiple parts we will produce a master in SLA then finish the master to include any finish you may require on the final part such as light spark or high gloss. We then manufacture a silicon tool ensuring best practice to ensure all the detail of the original master is captured. Once the tool is cured you have the option of up to 25 exact copies (depending on part complexity and material used) in PU.

Stereolithography (SLA)

SLA is a 3D process using a solid state laser to draw your model, one slice at a time, onto a UV Photopolymer resin. This technique allows an impressive level of accuracy and detailing to within +/-0.1 per 100mm.

Once constructed, your model will be hand finished by practiced model makers to retain design precision and product quality. A range of surface paint finishes are available to highlight the distinguishing features of the model and make it look like the real thing.

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Thermojet

Thermojet allows you to test your concepts faster, for less. With our Thermojet printer, we can create initial wax models that help eliminate problems that occur from hard to interpret drawings. These waxes can also be used as master models in the lost wax casting process.

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