{"id":43566,"date":"2025-09-03T20:34:40","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T00:34:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/?p=43566"},"modified":"2025-09-04T07:30:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:30:02","slug":"shapeways-expands-self-serve-3d-printing-with-four-new-industrial-materials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/shapeways-expands-self-serve-3d-printing-with-four-new-industrial-materials","title":{"rendered":"Shapeways expands self-serve 3D printing with four new industrial materials"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019ve got something new for anyone pushing the limits of what they achieve with 3D printing. Shapeways has added four professional-grade materials to our self-serve platform, giving designers, engineers and innovators more ways to move from idea to part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SAF\u2122 Polypropylene (PP)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SAF\u2122 Nylon 11 (PA11)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Somos\u00ae Watershed Black<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Somos\u00ae Watershed XC 11122<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These aren\u2019t just incremental updates \u2014 they open up real options whether you\u2019re building flexible hinges, rugged end-use parts or a clear prototype you can actually see through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-quick-primer-what-s-saf\"><strong><strong>A quick primer \u2014 what\u2019s SAF?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Selective Absorption Fusion (SAF\u2122) is a powder-based process that uses infrared energy to fuse layers together. Think of it as a smart, scalable way to produce strong functional thermoplastic parts. Perfect for prototypes. Even better for short-run production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-saf-polypropylene-pp\"><strong><strong>SAF\u2122 Polypropylene (PP)<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"816\" height=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1-816x840.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43572\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1-816x840.png 816w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1-612x630.png 612w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1-408x420.png 408w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1-768x791.png 768w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Polypropylene-1.png 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lightweight. Flexible. Chemically tough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Polypropylene has been a workhorse material for decades and now you can print it directly with SAF. It resists fatigue, shrugs off chemicals and handles snap fits and living hinges with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use it for: automotive components, packaging, housings, industrial parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/materials\/saf-polypropylene-pp\">Explore SAF Polypropylene<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-saf-nylon-11-pa11\"><strong><strong>SAF\u2122 Nylon 11 (PA11)<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1120\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-1120x628.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43573\" style=\"width:576px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-1120x628.png 1120w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-840x471.png 840w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-420x236.png 420w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-1536x862.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SAF-Nylon-11-2-2048x1149.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1120px) 100vw, 1120px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexible. Tough. Renewable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Made from castor beans, PA11 delivers high ductility, impact resistance and isotropic strength. It\u2019s tough enough for demanding use and sustainable enough to feel good about using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use it for: drone parts, protective gear, sports equipment, automotive clips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/materials\/saf-nylon-11-pa11\">Explore SAF Nylon 11<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-about-sla\"><strong><strong>What about SLA?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stereolithography (SLA) cures liquid resin with a UV laser to create precise parts with smooth surfaces and fine detail. If SAF is all about strength and function, SLA is about accuracy and polish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-somos-watershed-black\"><strong><strong>Somos\u00ae Watershed Black<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"766\" height=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1-766x840.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43574\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1-766x840.png 766w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1-574x630.png 574w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1-383x420.png 383w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1-768x843.png 768w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Watershed-Black-1.png 1256w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 766px) 100vw, 766px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smooth. Rigid. Looks sharp.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This matte black resin makes parts that don\u2019t just perform, they look finished right off the printer. Minimal post-processing, maximum presentation value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use it for: consumer electronics, snap-fit casings, visual prototypes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/materials\/somos-watershed-black\">Explore Somos Watershed Black<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-somos-watershed-xc-11122\"><strong><strong>Somos\u00ae Watershed XC 11122<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"814\" height=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1-814x840.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43575\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1-814x840.png 814w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1-611x630.png 611w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1-407x420.png 407w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1-768x792.png 768w, https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/SOMOS-Watershed-XC-1.png 1468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clear. Strong. Versatile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Need transparency? XC delivers water-clear parts after polishing, with mechanical properties similar to ABS. Perfect for showing fluid flow, light paths or just getting a clean look at your design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use it for: lenses, light guides, medical models, fluidic prototypes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/materials\/somos-watershed-xc-11122\">Explore Somos Watershed XC<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting started is simple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Upload your model, pick your material, place your order. Self-serve gives you full control \u2014 no back-and-forth, no gatekeeping. Just faster paths from design to part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-next\">What\u2019s next?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re not stopping here. New materials and processes are always in the pipeline because your projects keep demanding more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to be the first to know? Subscribe to our newsletter and check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shapeways.com\/materials\">Materials Hub<\/a> to see what\u2019s already waiting for you<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve got something new for anyone pushing the limits of what they achieve with 3D printing. 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