stereolithography

Stereolithography

STEREOLITHOGRAPHY

INAC’s stereolithography service manufactures complex shapes and undercut geometries that are difficult or impossible to produce through traditional machining methods. Our capability ranges from small precision parts to large-scale components like automotive front grilles, demonstrating versatility across size requirements.

Car Front Grille Production Example
The original designed car front grille showcases INAC’s large-scale stereolithography capabilities. This mock sample has been subjected to advanced polishing and decoration processes, demonstrating the complete workflow from 3D printing through finishing. The product measures 15.75″ × 31.50″ × 6.10″, illustrating our ability to produce automotive-scale components with complex geometries.

ATOMm-8000 Stereolithography System
Components are manufactured using the ATOMm-8000 stereolithography system, which offers a modeling size of 23.62″ × 31.50″ × 15.75″. This large build volume enables production of substantial parts in single pieces, eliminating assembly seams and maintaining structural integrity throughout the component.

TSR-829 Material Properties
INAC uses TSR-829 material for stereolithography production. This is a highly transparent and moisture-resistant molding material known for having the highest degree of transparency and moisture resistance in the industry. The material’s transparency makes it ideal for visualization models, while its moisture resistance ensures dimensional stability over time.

Decoration and Finishing Options
Combination with decorations such as painting and evaporation plating is possible. After stereolithography production, finishing processes including supports removal, polishing, and transparency treatment are performed. Painting and plating decorations can be applied to the formed product according to project specifications, transforming transparent models into presentation-ready pieces.

Topology Optimization Modeling
INAC is able to produce models for topology optimization applications. This capability is valuable when confirming shapes at the development stage, allowing engineers to validate optimized structures and complex organic geometries that result from computational design processes.

Scalability from Small to Large Components
We can create from small parts to large parts like a grille size, providing complete stereolithography solutions across the size spectrum. This scalability allows designers to use the same manufacturing technology for component validation regardless of part dimensions.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss your stereolithography requirements for complex geometries, large-scale components, or topology-optimized structures.
Our experienced designers provide adequate support from concept through prototype completion.

Grill stereolithograply & decoration-2

Half Side Decoration Grill

Complex shape stereolithography & vapor deposition plating

STEP5: Quality Assurance and Precision Inspection

A quality inspection is performed. At INAC, where quality comes first, we use CMMs, gauges, and other equipment for precision checks.

STEP4: Post-Processing and Finishing

Finishing is done by removing the supports, polishing, and applying transparency treatment. It is also possible to paint and apply plating to the formed product.

STEP3: UV-Laser Print Formation (SLA Process)

Output: The product is formed by irradiating the liquid with a laser beam of UV light and laminating it. The conditions of the external environment, such as room temperature and humidity, must be maintained.

STEP2: Model Program Generation and Support Adjustment

A program for model formation is created. Depending on the shape, it may be necessary to adjust the degree of tilt and the position of the supports.

STEP1: CAD File Submission

Upload your CAD to our online quoting platform.

STEP 3: Rendering and Scene Integration

We can also handle exterior modeling and interior structure design based on illustrations. After creating the 3D models, we can create a rendering to fit a scene. We can deliver images even if we do not proceed with production.

STEP 2: Detailed Design and 3D Modeling

Once the design is determined, drawings and 3D models will be created. The structure will be examined, taking into consideration not only the external design but also functionalities such as mating and sliding.

STEP 1: Initial Design Consultation

The first step is a meeting to discuss the project. Drawings are not required for this meeting. We will create a design from a sketch based on the overall image and concept that you have in mind.

STEP5: Quality Assurance and Inspection

We perform quality inspections. At INAC, where quality comes first, we use CMMs, gauges, and other equipment for precision checks.

STEP4: Post-Casting Finishing

Vacuum casting materials are cured and then taken out of the silicone rubber mold. Then we perform finishing such as deburring and gating, and they are made into finish products.

STEP3:Material Injuction

Liquid casting material is injected into the silicone rubber mold in a vacuum environment. 

STEP2: Mold Preparation

The silicone mold is cut open into a male and female mold, and the master model is removed.

STEP1: Mold Creation

The master model is fixed to a wooden frame and silicone is poured to create a mold.