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Nylon PA12 is one of the most common plastics used in industrial 3D printing because of its balance of excellent material properties, fine detail, and low cost. Upload your CAD file for instant online quote and ordering. Nylon PA12 HP Multi Jet Fusion Nylon PA12 is a robust all-purpose 3D print material. It is popular for a wide range of applications because of it's balance of excellent material properties, fine detail and low cost. Minimum lead time 5 business days 3D printing technology HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 Dimensional accuracy +/- 0.3% with a lower limit of +/- 0.3 mm Maximum build size 380 x 285 x 380 mm (14.9" x 11.2" x 14.9") Get a quote HP Nylon PA12 Nylon PA12 is one of the most common plastics used in industrial 3D printing because of it's balance of excellent material properties, fine detail and low cost. This versatile plastic is flexible, has high impact resistance, is UV and water resistant, and is certified biocompatible. These qualities make it ideal for a wide range of uses in various industries including automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and aerospace. This material is ideal for rapid prototyping and low-to-mid-range manufacturing. Key Benefits Produces strong, high-density parts with near-isometric properties on x-y and z axes. Designed to produce functional parts with fine detail and dimensional accuracy. Excellent chemical resistance to oils, greases, alphalitic hydrocarbons, and alkalies. Water- and air-tight without further treatment. UV resistant. Meets biocompatibility certifications including USP Class I-VI and US FDA guidance for Intact Skin Surface Devices. Applications Rapid prototyping and small- to medium-run manufacturing. Complex assemblies, housings, enclosures. Water- and air-tight applications. Snap fits and hinges. Industrial tooling and modeling. Bio-compatible parts. Plastic gears, screws, nuts, and bolts. Medical and dental devices, such as orthotics and dental molds. Design guidelines Max build volume 380 x 284 x 380 mm (15 x 11.2 x 15") Min wall thickness 0.6 mm (flexible), 2 mm (rigid) Connecting parts min 0.5 mm between part interface areas Moving parts min 0.7 mm between faces of printed assemblies Emboss / deboss min 0.5 mm Design considerations Thin and long parts, as well as large flat surfaces, may be prone to warping. Consider Nylon12 Glass Bead as an alternative material for these parts. Consider h ollowing or adding internal lattice structure to large solid pieces to improve accuracy and minimize cost. Hinges, sockets, and linked parts can be integrated into the design. View design guidelines Technical Specifications Accuracy +/- 0.3% (minimum of +/- 0.3 mm) Layer thickness 0.08 mm Density of part 1.01 g/cm3 Tensile modulus 1700 MPa (XY), 1800 MPa (Z) Tensile strength 48 MPa (XY), 48 MPa (Z) Elongation at break 20% (XY), 15% (Z) Heat deflection 175 C (@ 0.45 MPa), 95 C (@1.82 MPa) View full technical specifications Certificates & Data Sheets Multi Jet Fusion Nylon PA12 data sheet Biocompatibility Certificate Statement of Composition for Toy Applications UL 94 and UL 746A Certification PAHs Certificate RoHS/REACH Certificate Surface Finishes Raw (gray) After the part has been printed it has a powdery gray look and feel. This finish is best suited for functional prototypes and non-visible parts. Black Dye Parts are submerged in a hot dye bath containing dye pigment. This gives a smooth, consistent finish with no loss of dimensional accuracy. Cerakote Cerakote is a thin-film ceramic coating applied to 3D printed parts to improve looks and functionality. A variety of colors are available. Vapor Smoothing A chemical vapor is used to smooth the surface of the part. Vapor smoothing can also enhance material properties and water resistance. Explore Surface Finishes Photo Gallery Case Studies Spark Laser reduces time to market and development costs with Tempus 3D Read Case Study CGX uses Multi Jet Fusion technology to create innovative designs and reduce time to market Read Case Study Related Materials Nylon PA11 Ductile, quality parts. Nylon PA12 Glass Bead Stiff, dimensionally stable parts. TPU Flexible Polymer Flexible, functional parts. Polypropylene Water and chemical resistant parts. Nylon PA12 white Engineering-grade white parts. Nylon PA12 Color Full color, functional parts. View all materials Material Selection Guide Not sure which material is the best fit for your project? Use our materials selection guide to compare the material properties and recommended uses for each. Learn More Get your parts into production today Request a quote

Ledcor was facing a 6-month delay when sourcing a ball valve needed to apply calcium chloride to road surfaces, and approached Tempus 3D for a solution. Their requirements included an upgrade to improve the performance of the part and a quick delivery time. Tempus 3D collaborated with their design and development network and delivered a functioning solution, on-time and on-spec. Ledcor Ball Valve Project Ledcor teams up with Tempus 3D printing to alleviate supply chain issues, improve part design and minimize manufacturing time. Ledcor is an integrated construction company with operations across North America. As part of their regular operations they treat roads with calcium chloride for dust control and various other purposes. This process involves the use of ball valves to control the flow of the solution. A number of their valves were damaged beyond repair and needed to be replaced. After making exhaustive attempts to source new valves through their traditional suppliers they were faced with a six month or greater lead-time for delivery. This put their operations in an untenable situation of potentially being shut down for a significant period of time due to a relatively inexpensive part. Ledcor approached Tempus 3D for a local manufacturing solution. Their requirements included upgrades to the performance of the part and a tight timeline for delivery. Key benefits Rapid manufacturing of end-use parts Improve part functionality in relation to the original injection-molded part Bypass supply chain restrictions with local manufacturing Minimize down time with local manufacturing Organization Ledcor Group Industry Diversified Construction and Industrial Services Hardware HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 3D Printer Technology Creaform Handyscan Material HP Nylon PA12 Software Solidworks, Fusion 360 Post Processing Bead blasted, dyed black, AMT Post Pro Vapor Smoothing Challenge Ledcor had two main deliverables for this project; to improve the design of the original ball valve to address historical weak points, and to deliver the final product as soon as possible. Ledcor wanted to have the part re-designed because of flaws that were causing damage to, and critical failure of, the original part. The main weak point in the original valve was the seam where the two injection molded parts were joined together. This seam was prone to holding water and then freezing during the cold Canadian winters, which resulted in the parts cracking and no longer holding a seal. The second major concern was to have the final part manufactured as quickly as possible, in order to minimize downtime of the affected vehicles. 3D printing was the manufacturing method of choice because of it's speed of manufactuing and low cost compared to injection molding or machining from metal. an added advantage is the ability to produce low-cost replacement parts within days of ordering. Solution The first step in re-designing the valve was to use the original valve as a template to upgrade the design to the Ledcor’s specifications. Tempus 3D collaborated with the Selkirk Innovates team at the Selkirk Technology Access Centre to reverse-engineer the internal mechanical parts and to design the exterior casing. A Creaform HandySCAN 3D scanner was used to image the original parts to ensure a proper fit was obtained. Parts were rendered in a 3D digital file using Fusion 360 design software, which was used to re-design the part to Ledcor's specifications. An initial prototype proof-of-concept was then 3D printed to ensure the design was complete and confirm fit and function. After the initial prototype was tested some minor enhancements were made to reduce complexity and strengthen the part. The final design was 3D printed by Tempus 3D using the HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 3D printer for it’s dimensional accuracy and quality. Nylon PA12 was selected as the material for its overall durability and resistance to water, chemicals and UV rays. The final part was sent to Cody Laursen and his team at Streamline for vapor smoothing using AMT Post Pro vapour smoothing technology. This process improves the overall material qualities of the part, including water- and chemical-resistance. The critical surfaces of the valve casings were machined to ensure an exact fit of the functional pieces, then the ball valve was assembled. The valves were tested both at room temperature as well as at freezing to ensure proper functionality. Once testing was complete the parts were shipped to Ledcor to be put through their paces in the real world. Result This whole process was completed in less than four weeks, and future parts can be delivered in less than two weeks. The overall cost to Ledcor was very affordable in relation to the cost of downtime, and was even comparable to purchasing from their original supplier. Conclusion Ledcor and Tempus continue to look for ways to integrate 3D printing into their operations to reduce their supply chain risk and improve part functionality and quality. With Tempus’ location in central British Columbia it is uniquely capable of serving markets across Canada with cost-effective overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 36 hours. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future; it will be more responsive, more custom and more local, allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. Learn more about designing for 3D printing with HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology Learn more about prototyping and manufacturing solutions with Tempus 3D Explore industrial plastics available through Tempus 3D Learn more about the advantages of industrial 3D printing with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology Explore more case studies and articles

Tempus 3D printing service bureau expands its Additive Manufacturing service offering with Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC) collaboration agreement. PRESS RELEASE Tempus 3D expands its Additive Manufacturing service offering with Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC) collaboration agreement. November 2020 Tempus 3D, a Canadian additive manufacturing company based in Southern BC, and the Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC), are pleased to announce their recently signed collaboration agreement. This agreement will expand the current Tempus 3D service offering by making a number of additional printing technologies and materials available to its customers. This is an exciting step for both companies and represents the natural evolution in the execution of their mandate to establish and grow an additive manufacturing industry in the Kootenays. Tempus 3D is an Additive Manufacturing Service Bureau focused on using the industry’s most advanced 3D printing technology to bring the unique benefits of 3D printing to the Canadian market to help companies meet their product development and manufacturing goals. Tempus brings value to its customers by employing best-in-class production technology along with industry-leading repeatability and production volume capabilities. “We are excited to be partnering with the Selkirk Technology Access Centre. The technology and deep industry experience at STAC will expand our ability to meet our customers’ unique needs, and bring us a competitive advantage in Canada’s Additive Manufacturing market” says Robert Bleier, CEO of Tempus 3D. “Our unique production capabilities combined with STAC’s design and prototyping capabilities are perfectly matched”. STAC, one of only three federally funded technology access centres in British Columbia, is focused on advanced manufacturing research and services including offering a Digital Fabrication and Design program through Selkirk College. STAC offers a suite of services designed to build competitiveness for research and development companies in British Columbia’s interior region. Their mission is to enable the development and commercialization of products and services and optimization of business processes resulting in decreased costs, increased efficiencies, and enhanced productivity for industry clients. Their capabilities include 3D printing, 3D scanning, rapid prototyping, materials research and development, and design services. “The unique partnership we have established with Tempus 3D dramatically expands the opportunities and capabilities of STAC.” says Jason Taylor, Chair of the Selkirk Technology Access Centre. “We are now able to produce thousands of parts with incredible accuracy, durability and strength in days rather than weeks or months.” Tempus 3D is a company to watch as it continues to expand and diversify it’s product and service offering to bring the exciting benefits of advanced manufacturing technologies to businesses in Canada and beyond. Learn more about the Selkirk Technology Access Center selkirk.ca/STAC

Tempus 3D leverages HP Multi Jet Fusion technology, which is designed for the production environment to produce high quality end-use parts with best-in-class isotropy, economics and productivity. HP Multi Jet Fusion Materials Design Guidelines 3D Printing in Action Get a Quote HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printing Services Volume production of end-use parts Here at Tempus 3D we use HP's Multi Jet Fusion 5200 3D printer because of it's industry-leading capabilities that make it one of the most popular choices in the industrial sector for rapid prototyping and low-to-mid volume manufacturing of end-use parts. This equipment is designed specifically for the production environment to mass-produce engineering-grade plastic parts with excellent mechanical properties at a low cost per part. With printing speeds up to 10x faster than comparable technologies, Multi Jet Fusion is a popular choice for the transition between prototyping and mass production of end-use parts. This technology is also an economical alternative to injection molding with more design freedom, shorter lead times and greater adaptability. Tempus 3D is proud to be a qualified member of HP's Digital Manufacturing Network As an HP Digital Manufacturing Network Production Professional, Tempus 3D has been evaluated and qualified based on our end-to-end 3D printing capabilities for production at scale, as well as our manufacturing and quality processes. Learn More Applications for Multi Jet Fusion MJF is ideal for building prototypes that can be tested in real-world applications for form, fit and function. Functional prototyping Multi Jet Fusion is up to 10x faster than it's competition, making it an affordable alternative to injection molding. Manufacturing MJF is a popular choice for industries where customization is important, such as medical and consumer goods. Mass customization HP Multi Jet Fusion Materials HP Nylon PA12 Strong, detailed, low-cost quality parts suitable for a wide range of applications. Chemical resistance and biocompatible. HP's most popular 3D printing material. Learn More Ultrasint TPU TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is a rubber-like polymer ideal for producing parts that require high elasticity, shock absorption, elasticity and energy return. Learn More Nylon PA12 GB HP Nylon 12 filled with 40% glass bead to give stiffness and stability while maintaining the excellent material qualities of HP Nylon PA12. Ideal for stiff, functional parts. Learn More Polypropylene This durable plastic has high elasticity, low moisture absorbtion, and high elongation at break. It is an excellent choice for light, water-tight, and durable parts. Learn More How does Multi Jet Fusion work? Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) is a Powder Bed Fusion technology designed by HP for manufacturing end-use plastic parts. A thin layer of powder (0.08 mm thick) is laid in the build platform and fusing and detailing agent is laid on top. Each layer is fused ~10 layers deep with irradiant heat. With this process hundreds of parts can be built at once, compared to one at a time with most 3D printing technology such as SLS or FDM . This unique printing process produces parts with high density and low porosity, with excellent mechanical properties and an exceptionally smooth surface straight out of the printer. This process also means short lead times, ideal for rapid prototyping and small- to medium-production runs of engineering-grade end-use parts. Additional post-production treatment can enhance the surface finish and performance of the parts. Get your parts into production today Get a quote

From prototype through production, Tempus 3D provides high-quality metal 3D printed parts, quickly and affordably. Upload your CAD file for online quote and ordering. Custom Metal 3D Printing Service 3D print custom metal parts with excellent material properties with a high level of precision and durability. Start A New 3D Printing Quote Guaranteed consistently high-quality 3D printed prototypes and production parts Get a Quote All uploads are secure and confidential. Metal 3D printing is used to manufacture geometrically complex parts which can be prohibitively expensive or impossible to make with any other fabrication method. The speed and versatility of 3D printing metal allows manufacturers to go from designing to manufacturing custom metal parts quickly and affordably, without sacrificing part quality. A range of metals produce final parts that can be used for custom designs, rapid prototyping or end-use applications. 3D Printed Metals Most Popular Quickest Lowest Cost Volume Orders Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) builds metal parts by selectively fusing thin layers of stainless steel powder using a laser. This process is ideal for printing precise, high-resolution parts with complex geometries. DMLS is excellent for producing functional prototypes or low-to-mid volume production runs of parts with intricate details and delicate features, and parts designed for demanding environments. Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) Materials 17-4 Stainless Steel 17-4PH stainless steel (also known as 1.4542 stainless or 630 grade) has an outstanding combination of high strength and good corrosion resistance, with excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures. It is used in a wide range of industrial applications, including those with mildly corrosive environments and high-strength requirements. Max part size 150 x 150 x 150 mm Layer height 20 µm Tensile Strength 620 - 700 MPa Elongation at break 3.9 - 7.9 % Learn More Get a Quote Surface Finish Options Standard Finish Supports are removed and layer lines are visible. Bead Blasting Bead blasting smooths the surface and has a satin finish. Custom A custom finish is available upon request. Advantages of Metal 3D Printing Rapid Prototyping Metal 3D printing is well-suited for rapid prototyping, allowing engineers and designers to quickly iterate and test designs before committing to large-scale production. This can accelerate the product development cycle and reduce time-to-market. Complex Geometries Metal 3D printing produces highly complex and intricate geometries that would be challenging or impossible to achieve using traditional manufacturing methods. This is particularly beneficial in industries such as aerospace and healthcare. Tooling Cost Reduction Traditional manufacturing often requires expensive tooling for each specific part. With metal 3D printing, tooling costs can be reduced or eliminated, as the same equipment can be used for a variety of complex shapes without molds or dies. Manufacturing Metal 3D printing supports on-demand and small-batch manufacturing, making it cost-effective for producing low volumes of specialized or custom parts without the need for maintaining large inventories. Lightweight Structures Metal 3D printing enables the creation of lightweight structures with optimized designs, leading to improved performance and fuel efficiency in applications like aerospace and automotive. Repair and Maintenace Metal 3D printing can be used for efficient repair and maintenance of existing components, extending the lifespan of critical parts and reducing the need for complete replacements. Custom Designs Metal 3D printing produces custom and personalized components, as each part can be designed and printed to meet specific requirements. This is valuable in industries like healthcare, where patient-specific pieces can be created. Design Freedom Designers have greater freedom in creating innovative and optimized structures, as they are not constrained by traditional manufacturing limitations. This can result in improved functionality and efficiency. Reduced Waste Traditional manufacturing methods often involve subtractive processes, where material is cut away from a larger block to achieve the final shape. Metal 3D printing is an additive process, built layer by layer, which can significantly reduce material waste. Join the Manufacturing Revolution with Tempus 3D Upload your CAD file for an online quote and start manufacturing today Get a quote

Our metrology experts provide fast, precise data capture for reverse engineering, metrology, and computer-aided inspection. High-resolution 3D laser scanners and advanced metrology software deliver precise results. 3D Laser Scanning Work with our 3D scanning experts to streamline your projects and achieve precise, high-quality results. Get a Quote Professional 3D Scanning Services Tempus 3D uses advanced 3D scanning technology to help you achieve precise results for your reverse engineering, metrology and computer aided inspection requirements. Inspection Services Scan and compare your part for product quality and metrology requirements. Learn More Reverse Engineering Create a detailed 3D map for measurement, reporting, design and engineering. Learn More Scan-to-CAD Convert almost any object into a digital CAD file, large or small. Learn More Scan-to-Print Scan your part and have one (or hundreds) 3D printed for you. 3D Printing Services Why use 3D Scanning? Broaden your design capabilities: Use models from the real world as a baseline to create CAD models that can be modified or adapted to fit your needs. Accelerate your time to market: Scan prototypes, parts, tooling, or other objects and use the file as a baseline create designs quickly and easily. Replace or repair legacy parts: Scan legacy parts and store the digital files until needed, then build on demand with CAD-based manufacturing such as 3D printing or CNC milling. Create a perfect fit: Scan an object to use as a baseline to create jigs, molds, casings, or assemblies that fit precisely. Extend the bounds of possibility: Create products that can not be made without scanning and digital editing, such as custom devices that perfectly fit the human body. Streamline your manufacturing: Add 3D scanning to your design and manufacturing process so you can do more work faster. Quality assurance and inspections: Using the 3D scan data, our reporting and analysis tools will tell you exactly what the “as-built” condition is and how much it varies from the pristine, “as-designed” CAD model. Simplify documentation and reporting: Easily archive or inventory legacy parts, create a BOM, or create a digital library of parts to manufacture on demand. Metrology-Grade Equipment Tempus 3D is equipped with metrology-grade 3D scanning equipment and engineering software to provide precise results, quickly and easily. Hexagon Absolute Arm Precise digital measurement for laser scanning or touch probing Probing accuracy up to 0.006 mm Scanning accuracy up to 0.043 mm Creaform HandySCAN 3D Accurate measurements in real-life conditions - no matter the size Scanning accuracy of up to 0.03 mm Resolution of up to 0.50 mm Geomagic Software Leading-edge software designed for reverse engineering and metrology Geomagic Design X, Geomagic Control X, Geomagic Wrap, and more Get Started with 3D Scanning If you have a project that requires 3D scanning, we are here to help. Our team of experts will use the latest 3D scanning technology to get the job done, on time and on budget. Get in touch with us to get started. Get a Quote

Air Force Velocity needed to design and test a throttle body for a snowmobile, but aluminum casting or machining was too expensive. With the help of Tempus 3D’s 3D scanning and additive manufacturing service, Air Force was able to create a prototype that was precise and durable enough to be tested in real-world conditions. CASE STUDY Airforce Velocity Stacks uses industry 4.0 to super charge product development Airforce Velocity Stacks, located in St. Albert AB, was founded by Ryan Hodgson, motorsports enthusiast and former NHRA Funny Car World Champion. Airforce makes custom snowbike air intakes for customers across North America, and they are always pushing the performance limits to get that extra edge. Through their years of building engine combinations, they have learned how vital airflow is to making power and how critical it is for your cams’ performance. Airforce Velocity was looking for a partner that could produce parts that were precise and robust enough for real-life testing in a vehicle’s engine compartment, with rapid turnaround and a collaborative approach to product development and where part manufacturing is considered at all points of design. Key benefits Custom prototyping with rapid part iteration and refinement Market validation prior to large investment On-demand manufacturing of low-volume production runs fast turnaround times from a local manufacturer Photo courtesy of Airforce Velocity Stacks Organization Airforce Velocity Stacks Industry High Performance Recreational Sports Technology HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 , Creaform Handyscan Laser Scanner Material Nylon PA12 Software Solid Works, Fusion, Load Simulation, Fluid Dynamics Simulation Post Processing Bead blasted and dyed black Challenge Airforce Velocity Stacks had a throttle body that they wanted to redesign to boost performance, but the cost of casting a new aluminum part for each design change was cost prohibitive and not responsive enough for rapid prototyping. Airforce needed to make a prototype that could be tested on a bike in the real world, and create a variety of iterations of and improvements to the design in a condensed time frame. Local manufacturing was also a consideration. Airforce approached Tempus 3D for a solution. Solution The team at Tempus 3D worked with their partners at the Selkirk Technology Access Centre (STAC), part of Selkirk Innovates team, to scan existing parts to create a starting point for the design changes Airforce wanted to test. Then, with the design support of Tempus 3D's design partner , industrial designer and instructor Bruce Fitz-Earle, they were able to quickly make prototypes that Tempus was able to print on their industrial 3D printer, making accurate high quality parts that Airforce was able to start testing on their snow bikes right away. These new parts resulted in a marked increase in horsepower and torque while significantly reducing overall weight. Digital scanning combined with additive manufacturing was an ideal solution for this project. 3D scanning provides a finely detailed 3D map of the original part, which in turn can be edited to fine-tune the design. Tempus 3D manufactured the prototypes with Nylon PA 12 produced with an HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printer . Industrial nylon is ideal for creating functional prototypes because it is affordable, robust, and is resistant to moisture and chemicals. HP MJF 3D printers are designed for commercial use, producing plastic parts with the precision, density and uniformity required to stand up to long-term abuse. The accuracy and quality provided with Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing allowed for the parts to be fit onto bikes for not just dyno testing in the shop, but for actual real world testing on the track and in the mountains. Because these parts aren’t subject to extreme heat the team at Airforce was able to put them through a range of testing in a condensed time period that would not have been possible using other manufacturing techniques and materials. By being relatively low cost compared to CNC machining while maintaining comparable levels of accuracy, 3D printing is becoming the go-to solution for prototyping parts like this. Result Airforce, Tempus, and STAC continue to work together to develop a number new and innovative products using some of the most sophisticated advanced manufacturing tools. All three companies are heavily invested in keeping manufacturing in Canada by being leaders in the industry 4.0 revolution. As Airforce continues to invest in innovation Tempus 3D will be there to help them with prototyping and design, and get their products from concept to market in record time. With Tempus’ location in the interior of British Columbia it is uniquely capable of serving the Canadian market with cost-effective overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 36 hours. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future; it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. Learn more about Airforce Velocity Stacks at https://airforcevelocitystacks.com/ Learn more about prototyping and manufacturing solutions with Tempus 3D Explore industrial plastics available through Tempus 3D Learn more about the advantages of industrial 3D printing with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology 1/1 Explore more case studies and articles

Guaranteed quality plastic prototypes and production parts. Industry-leading commercial 3D printers. Upload a CAD file for online quote and ordering. 3D print service for British Columbia's innovators and manufacturers. HP Certified Multi Jet Fusion Digital Manufacturing Partner. Guaranteed quality prototypes and production parts, using industry-leading additive manufacturing technology. Online quote and ordering. 3D Printing Services Get a Quote Success Stories MADE BY CANADIANS FOR CANADIANS Serving innovators across British Columbia Canada 3D printing Canadian additive manufacturing Vancouver Toronto Calgary 3D printed custom 3dprinting services 3D Printing Ontario Canada 3D printing canada 3D printer Canada Edmonton On-Demand Additive Manufacturing Tempus 3D delivers high-quality precision 3D printing services using cutting-edge technology designed for the production environment. From prototyping to mass production, we help manufacture products with complex geometries and high aesthetic demands. With online quoting and a certified production team, we get your parts to you on-time and on-spec. Plastic 3D Printing High-performance industrial plastics suitable for rapid prototyping or low-to-mid volume production runs of end-use parts. Learn More Metal 3D Printing 3D print custom metal parts with excellent material properties and a high level of precision and durability. Learn More Proud to be a Certified HP Digital Manufacturing Partner Learn More Easy Online Quote and Ordering Accelerate your innovation with Tempus 3D's easy online quote and ordering service. Flexible pricing includes bulk discount and rapid delivery options. Upload your files Upload your CAD files and select your material and production time. Get a quote Our online quote system incudes variable pricing for bulk orders and rapid delivery. Order online Review your quote and complete the order online to get your parts into production. Parts are shipped Your parts are inspected for quality control, then delivered to your door. Get a quote Trusted by Designers and Engineers 1/1 Success Stories Learn how industrial 3D printing has helped Canada's innovators meet their product development goals. Vancouver-based Spark Laser was able to transition seamlessly from product development to on-demand manufacturing when releasing their new commercial laser cutter, with the help of Tempus 3D's industrial 3D printing service. Spark Laser - Commercial Laser Cutter Learn More Explore more success stories 3D Scanning Services Tempus 3D uses advanced 3D scanning technology and software to help you achieve precise results for your reverse engineering, metrology and computer aided inspection requirements. We can provide you with editable, feature-based CAD models, graphically-rich, communicative reports, or we can 3D print the final parts or prototypes for you once they are ready to build. Learn more "3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing, enabling companies of any size or industry to develop, iterate and distribute goods more efficiently. We are seeing the global manufacturing paradigm shift due to the growing adoption of 3D printing for production of final parts and R&D, particularly given the ability to use 3D printing to meet the increasing demand for personalization and customization". - Ramon Pastor (VP & GM 3D Printing, HP) Customer Care Here at Tempus we understand that taking care of our customers' unique needs is just as important as producing a quality product. That is why we back up our work with a quality assurance process, IP protection, and ongoing training and optimization. Guaranteed Quality Tempus 3D follows strict production processes and quality inspection procedures to ensure your parts always meet our tolerance and production standards. Certification Tempus 3D is certified by HP for Multi Jet Fusion to ensure parts are designed and produced optimally for this specific printing process. IP Protection Tempus 3D takes IP protection seriously, with data security protection measures and confidentiality agreements with staff and production partners. Join the Manufacturing Revolution with Tempus 3D Upload your CAD file for an online quote and start manufacturing today Get a quote

Improve the look, feel, and performance of your 3D printed parts with surface finishing options offered by Tempus 3D. Post Processing for HP Multi Jet Fusion Parts 3D printed with HP Multi Jet Fusion can be used straight out of the printer, or undergo additional treatment to enhance the look, feel, or functionality of the part, depending on it's end-use application. Tempus 3D's industry-standard finishes are expertly applied either in-house or by certified industry specialists. Black Dye 3D printed parts are immersed in a dye bath and stained black. Black dye is often used on it's own or in combination with other finishes such as vapor smoothing. Benefits Black dye improves the look of parts 3D printed with Multi Jet Fusion. The surface has a consistent color across all surfaces and is slightly smoother to the touch than an undyed finish. Compatible Materials Nylon PA12 , Nylon PA12 Glass Bead , Polypropylene , BASF TPU Best used for Prototypes, customer-facing parts Color Black Black Dye Vapor Smoothing Vapor Smoothing uses a chemical polishing process that gives your parts a beautiful look while also improving color uniformity. AMT PostPro technology is used for this process. Benefits Vapor smoothing improves surface finish, seals surfaces, and improves material properties. It may also improve water resistance. Vapor smoothing can be used to prepare surfaces for Cerakote, paint or dye. Best used for Prototypes, end-use parts, and applications where all surfaces require improvements to looks and functionality. Vapor smoothing seals both visible and hidden surfaces fo the parts.. Compatible Materials Nylon PA12 , Nylon PA12 Glass Bead, Polypropylene, TPU Flexible Polymer , Markforged Onyx and Nylon. Color We recommend the part be dyed black to improve cosmetic appearance. Learn More Vapor Smooth Cerakote Cerakote is a thin film ceramic coating which is applied to 3D printed parts and heat-treated to cure the coating onto the surface. Benefits This industry-leading coating is extremely durable and is scratch resistant, chemical resistant, heat resistant, liquid resistant and UV resistant. When applied it is approximately 0.002" thick. Best used for Prototypes, end-use parts, and applications where visible surfaces require improvements to looks and functionality. Cerakote is a spray-on finish, so it can only be applied to surfaces which are line-of-sight. Compatible Materials Nylon PA12 , Nylon PA12 Glass Bead, Markforged Onyx and Nylon . Colors NRA Blue, Stormtrooper White, Fire House Red, Gloss Black Learn More Cerakote Raw finish Parts have a raw finish after they are taken out of the printer and cleaned. They are ready to use as-is, or can have additional surface finishing to improve looks or performance. Benefits Materials 3D printed with HP Multi Jet Fusion produce strong, high-density parts and are resistant to wear, water, chemicals and UV light, and are bio-compatible. Best used for Prototypes, non-customer-facing parts, applications where functionality is more important than looks. Color Powdery gray. May have residual 3D printing powder. Raw Finish Learn more about Tempus 3D Printing Solutions About Us Materials MJF 3D Printer HP Certification Get your parts into production today Request a quote

The Haf-Clip was able to get their recreational sports product to market in record time using industrial 3D printing technology. Learn how Tempus 3D was able to support them in reaching their manufacturing goals with HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing. CASE STUDY The Haf-Clip gets their product to market in record time in collaboration with Canadian 3D printing service bureau. The Haf-Clip is a Vancouver, British Columbia (BC) based business that creates consumer products for the recreational sports industry, with a focus on mountain biking. Their current flagship product is a multi-purpose plastic clip that allows the user to strap their helmet and other items to the bike while riding. In 2021 The Haf-Clip approached Tempus 3D to help them bring their product to reality. They were particularly interested in keeping the design, testing, and manufacturing in Canada. Key benefits Rapid part iteration and refinement Market validation prior to large investment Local manufacturing fast turnaround of prototypes and production parts Environmentally friendly and sustainable production On-demand manufacturing Photo courtesy of The Haf-Clip Organization The Haf-Clip Industry Recreational sports, Consumer Products Technology HP Multi Jet Fusion Materials HP PA12 Challenge The Haf-Clip was looking for a partner to bring their product idea to reality and was particularly interested in keeping the design, testing, and manufacturing in Canada. Due to the relatively low volume of initial production, most traditional methods of manufacturing products were not viable options. In particular, The Haf-Clip needed to create multiple prototypes of their product to ensure it functioned as expected, then prepare an initial batch of 250 pieces to test the market and ensure there was sufficient demand prior to investing in a full market launch. The Haf-Clip researched options for bringing their product to market, including injection molding and 3D printing. They recognized very early on that using injection molding for producing prototypes and low-volume manufacturing was not a viable option. The cost of having molds produced for their product could have been more that $5,000 per mold, which was too expensive for further product development and design iteration. The Haf-Clip needed a manufacturing solution that was able to quickly produce functional prototypes to test their design, then manufacture low-volume production runs of low-cost end-use parts as needed so they could get their product to market with minimal initial investment and maintain the ability to revise their design if necessary. Solution In 2021 The Haf-Clip approached Tempus 3D through an introduction from an existing Tempus customer. After an initial consultation to determine the most appropriate material and 3D printing technology, Tempus produced their first functional prototypes using their in-house HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 printer. This technology was recommended because it is capable of producing cost-effective prototypes and full production runs of high-quality parts, at the same low cost per part with accuracy and aesthetics comparable to or better than injection molding. Tempus produced their first prototype for The Haf-Clip in the winter of 2021, and The Haf-Clip was able to test the prototype and receive their first production run within weeks of the initial order. Result With the ability to go straight from prototype to production with no changes to the manufacturing process, The Haf-Clip was able to complete product testing and use their prototypes and secure significant market interest with minimal delay. This has allowed The Haf-Clip to test the market early without incurring massive research and design costs while keeping their inventory and raw materials cost near zero. They can revise the design or order more product on an as-needed basis and scale in a way that only 3D printing would allow. The Haf-Clip and Tempus continue to work together with the production of parts and are both heavily invested in bringing manufacturing back to Canada. As The Haf Clip continues to see increasing demand for their products Tempus is there to help them scale and meet their needs. With instant online ordering, overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 24 hours, Tempus 3D can ensure that The Haf-Clip can easily fulfill any customer order, no matter what the size, while maintaining minimal inventory and ensuring the same low cost per part. The Future We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future and it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. Check out The Haf-Clip's technology in action on their website Learn more about HP Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion Learn more about HP PA12 https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-nylon-pa12 How to design for Multi Jet Fusion https://www.tempus3d.com/hp-multi-jet-fusion-design-guide Photos and information courtesy of The Haf-Clip.

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Dri Cities was looking for a manufacturing option that could produce prototypes and low-volume production runs of their innovative waterproofing product. Tempus 3D was able to provide an affordable, high-quality product with quick turnaround and on-demand manufacturing with industry-leading HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology. CASE STUDY Dri-Cities uses industry-leading 3D printing technology to bring their innovative waterproofing solution to market. Vancouver-based Dri-Cities has been in the Canadian building maintenance industry for over 30 years, where they have been caulking high-rise buildings and warehouse tilt-ups across the country. Typical installation of caulking requires the application of masking tape to either side of the failed joint, to help aid in width control and clean up. At Dri-Cities they felt there had to be a better way, and came up with “Dual-Bead (S)” and “Dual-Bead Pro (S)”, which is a dual nozzle system for an industrial b-line caulking gun. This unique nozzle design was created to accelerate the installation of a pre-cured silicone/urethane strip product. Dri-Cities approached Tempus 3D to help provide a local, affordable solution to build functional prototypes for real-world testing, and provide on-demand manufacturing of low-volume production runs of the final product. Key benefits Custom prototyping with rapid part iteration and refinement Market validation prior to large investment On-demand manufacturing of low-volume production runs Rapid turnaround times from a local manufacturer Photo courtesy of Dri Cities Organization Dri-Cities Waterproofing Solutions Industry Industrial building maintenance Technology HP Multi Jet Fusion Materials Nylon PA12 Introduction Dri-Cities first designed their product and produced initial prototypes using 3D printing technology that is commonly found in most service bureaus, which manufactures one part at a time. The products were high quality, however the costs were prohibitively high and the economics of printing at volume didn’t make sense. Dri-Cities also looked into injection molding as a manufacturing process, but they found that the cost of having molds created for each of their products and producing low-volume initial production runs was an expensive hurdle at their stage of production, before having market traction that would attract and warrant such a high level of investment. Challenge Dri Cities recognized very early on that the cost of injection molding for their product was not a viable option. Costs of having molds produced for their product could have been more that $5,000, which was cost-prohibitive for further product development and iteration. Dri-Cities required an economical way to produce a sufficient volume to prove market demand and get distribution agreements in place. Unfortunately, traditional methods of manufacturing and low-volume 3D printing technologies just didn’t make sense. Solution Dri-cities approached Tempus 3D for a solution. Tempus was able to produce their first parts for Dri-Cites in early 2022, using HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology, which is an industry leader in manufacturing low-to-mid-volume production runs of commercial-grade plastics, at a low cost per part. Their central location in southern BC allowed Tempus to get their parts delivered to Dri-Cities within days of ordering. The prototypes and sample parts that Tempus 3D produced for Dri-Cities were used as samples for initial discussions with distribution partners across North America, and were used to supply initial inventory. Industrial 3D printing allowed dri-cities to refine their prototype in an extremely cost effective manner, and once proven they were able to go to market with an initial product without investing a substantial amount of money in inventory and while still maintaining a profit margin. Result With the benefit of having end-use parts 3D printed, Dri-Cities was able to get to market with their initial production run and secure significant market interest. This has allowed The Dri-Cities to test the market early without incurring massive research and design costs while keeping their inventory and raw materials cost near zero. They can order more product and raw materials on an as-needed basis and scale in a way that only 3D printing would allow. Dri-Cities and Tempus 3D continue to work together with the production of parts and are both heavily invested in brining manufacturing back to Canada. As Dri-Cities continues to see increasing demand for their products Tempus is there to help them scale and meet their needs. With in-house manufacturing and online quote and ordering, Tempus 3D is uniquely capable of serving the Canadian market with cost effective overnight shipping and the ability to turn around rush orders in as little as 24 hours. We at Tempus feel this is just the beginning of what manufacturing will look like in the future and it will be more responsive, more custom, and more local allowing innovators across sectors to bring products to market quicker and in a more environmentally friendly way. Check out Dri-Cities' technology in action at www.dri-cities.com Learn more about prototyping and manufacturing solutions with Tempus 3D Explore industrial plastics available through Tempus 3D Learn more about the advantages of industrial 3D printing with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology Explore more case studies and articles