Stratasys and Shin-Etsu Introduce P3 Silicone 25A — A Game-Changer for Industrial-Grade 3D Printing!

In a strategic collaboration that marks a significant leap forward in additive manufacturing (AM), Stratasys and Shin-Etsu have officially launched P3 Silicone 25A, a high-performance, production-grade silicone developed specifically for Stratasys’ Origin DLP (P3) platform. This new material combines the trusted performance of traditional silicone with the speed, precision, and design freedom of modern 3D printing, enabling manufacturers to rethink how they produce flexible parts for critical applications.

P3 Silicone 25A is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of industries such as automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and general industrial manufacturing. It delivers the hallmark characteristics of conventional molded silicone—chemical resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical elasticity—while eliminating the need for costly tooling and long lead times. This makes it an ideal solution for on-demand, localized, and low-volume production, helping manufacturers reduce costs and accelerate time to market.

One of the key highlights of the material is its thermal endurance, having passed 1,000-hour aging tests at 150°C, which proves its resilience in high-temperature environments. In addition, it has cleared rigorous biocompatibility and flame retardancy certifications, making it suitable for applications that require safety and regulatory compliance, including medical wearables, gaskets, seals, and vibration dampers.

As manufacturers increasingly move toward customization, digital inventory, and agile production strategies, silicone’s versatile properties have become central to a wide range of product categories. However, traditional silicone molding processes are often cost- and time-intensive—particularly for low-volume or custom parts. By leveraging Stratasys’ Programmable Photopolymerization (P3) technology with Shin-Etsu’s deep expertise in silicone material science, the P3 Silicone 25A delivers a breakthrough alternative with true elastomeric performance and fine-resolution 3D printing capabilities.

This launch positions Stratasys and Shin-Etsu at the forefront of next-generation silicone manufacturing, offering engineers and designers new possibilities in rapid prototyping, functional testing, and end-use part production—without compromise.

In a world where speed, precision, and flexibility are vital, P3 Silicone 25A stands out as a transformative material solution—enabling innovation at the intersection of advanced materials and cutting-edge additive manufacturing.