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On-demand manufacturing of custom orthotics and prosthetics

On-Demand Manufacturing of Custom Orthotics and Prosthetics

Tempus 3D supports orthotics and prosthetics providers to manufacture custom medical devices with additive manufacturing. With in-house expertise, medical-grade materials and industrial 3D printing capability, Tempus delivers consistently high-quality results, quickly and affordably.

About Tempus 3D's Orthotics and Prosthetics 3D Print Service

Advanced Technology and Materials

Medical-grade materials are manufactured with HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology, to produce products that are robust and biocompatible.

Competitive Pricing 

Tempus 3D offers competitive pricing compared to other manufacturers. This includes volume discounts and preferred client agreements. 

Online Quote and Ordering

Instant pricing and lead times are available in a matter of clicks. Complete your order online for rapid delivery, or request a custom quote for special orders.

On-Time and On-Spec

Tempus 3D's rapid order fulfillment and quality assurance processes ensure you get your products on-time and on-spec.

Quality Assurance Guarantee

Tempus 3D's team of experts completes on-demand 3D printing of custom orthotics and prosthetics, which are backed by a quality guarantee.

Local Manufacturing 

Tempus is one of only a few HP-certified Production Professionals in Canada, with in-house manufacturing backed by a network of specialists..

Recommended Materials

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Nylon 12
  • Robust, all-purpose material with excellent material properties.

  • Most popular and cost-effective option.

  • Quickest delivery time.

  • Medical grade

  • Biocompatible

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Nylon 11
  • Strong, ductile, functional parts.

  • High elongation-at-break.

  • Renewable material made of castor oil.

  • Medical grade

  • Biocompatible

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Flexible TPU
  • Strong, flexible, rubber-like parts.

  • Excellent for shock absorbtion, elasticity, and rebound.

  • Durable

  • Medical grade

  • Biocompatible

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Nylon 12 White
  • Material properties comparable to Nylon 12.

  • Pure white material is easy to dye or paint in light, bright colors.

  • Medical grade

  • Biocompatible

Finishing Options

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Raw Finish

Parts have a raw finish after printing and cleaning. They can be used as-is or given extra finishing for improved appearance or performance. Raw finish parts may have leftover powder or uneven coloring.

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Black Dye

Black dye enhances the appearance and finish of the parts. The color is applied by submerging the parts in a dye bath. Black dye can be used alone or with other finishing processes like vapor smoothing.

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Vapor Smoothing

Vapor smoothing uses a chemical polishing process to improve surface finish, seal surfaces, and enhance material properties. Black dye is recommended with vapor smoothing for better color uniformity.  Learn More

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Industrial Manufacturing  

Tempus 3D uses the HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 3D printer for 3D printing orthotics and prosthetics.

  • Designed for low-to-mid volume production of end-use parts.

  • Dimensional accuracy of +/- 0.3%.

  • Excellent material qualities.

  • Used by manufacturers such as CGX, Ortho-team, ActivArmor, Edser, Volkswagen, and BMW.

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Biocompatibility testing and results for HP 3D printing materials

HP 3D printing materials are certified biocompatible, making them popular choice for 3D printing orthotics and prosthetics. They are thoroughly tested to ensure safety for long-term contact with human tissue and meet industry standards and regulations.

3D Printed Orthotic Manufacturing: Top Digital Scanner and Software Picks 

New to digital orthotic manufacturing? Explore this blog to discover digital scanner and software options for creating 3D printed orthotics.

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Looking for a local manufacturer for your medical supplies? 

Tempus 3D is a Canadian additive manufacturing service bureau with quick overnight delivery and competitive pricing. We use state-of-the-art HP MJF 5200 technology to provide precise, consistent results and production-scale 3D printing. 

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