FibreTuff technology consists of a cellulose fiber thermoplastic composition with many unique attributes pertaining to various industries to include medical, cosmetic and automotive. FibreTuff will participate at the 3D printing conference 2021 Rapid + TCT.
FibreTuff technology can be designed to have "bone like" features to include radiopacity, excellent screw retention, cutting and sawing capabilities for medical models, parts and devices. 3D Printing of anatomical bone models made with FibreTuff can have densities of both cortical and cancellous bone to replace cadaver work.
FibreTuff attends various 3D Printing events and has established partnerships and collaborations. The company has participated in many speaking events and supported growth in Northwest Ohio, looking to expand its footprint on a global scale.
The FibreTuff compositions utilize 3D printing in FDM and SLS methods. Both these methods produce parts for Medical, Automotive and Cosmetics. Contact robert@fibretuff.us
FibreTuff Licensing opportunities in Medical, Cosmetics, Electronics, Aerospace, Furniture, Automotive, Building and Construction
Please contact Robert Joyce at Robert@fibretuff.us . Properties and performance data have been generated by ISO and ASTM testing.
FibreTuff has biocompatible material solutions in 3 printing methods. It is the first company to offer biocompatible compounds in both filaments and powders.
These calcaneus bones were 3D Printed using FibreTuff. FibreTuff service centers are 3D Printing sample bones for customers in Universities, Medical centers, hospitals and physicians
3D printing FibreTuff powders can produce anatomical foot bone models having superior performance. Surgeon felt the 3D printed bone model performed like 20 yr old human bone.
3D printed FibreTuff powder used in SLS method has a micropore structure, enabling the parts like bone to float. The FibreTuff will have a saturation point to absorb moisture .
3D Printing of FibreTuff compounds for FDM require a heated bed. The heated bed temperatures recommended for the FibreTuff can range from 80 C to 110 C. To adhere the FibreTuff to the heated bed - PVA water soluble breakaway, a glue stick or adhesive sheet is required.
Magigoo is a preferred adhesive https://magigoo.com
The FibreTuff filament will produce prints that are anisotropic, stronger in the Z direction versus X and Y. 3D Printing FibreTuff can produce bone like qualities
FibreTuff Medical Grade Filament is a contributor to the Ultimakers Materials Marketplace
3D Fabrication of Bone Structures, Based on FibreTuff presented at the 2019 International BioFabriaction event in Columbus OH
Research Group:
Dr. Ross Salary, Division of Engineering, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, 25504
Recent study of 3D printed scaffold made with FibreTuff filament shows Bioactivity, proliferation of cells and adhesion. Additional work being completed at the University targeting commercial applications. Limited filament available for further collaboration.
Recommended processing conditions.
The nozzle size should be .4 or .5mm with temps at 235 - 240C. The printer bed should be heated at 80 -100C. Cooling Fan on for first few layers than turned off Recommended layer height .1 - .2mm
Printer oven is desired - temps 80C.
Printing speeds 45 -50 mm/sec
Density or infill is at 90 - 93% infill
Recommend Adhesive or breakaway - PVA
Please note: A new spool of FibreTuff Medical Grade filament is packaged in a sealed vacuum package with desiccant and shouldn't require drying. If you leave spool exposed to elements over a period of time estimated at 3-4 days, moisture pickup is possible and may effect adhesion for layering. It is recommended to desiccant dry spool for 10 hrs before printing.
3D Printing of FibreTuff filaments can be used on the following:
Ultimaker
LulzBot
Airwolf
XYZ Printers
Raise 3D
MakerGear
Purchase on eBay or please write to robert@fibretuff.us for more purchasing information. If you are in need of customer service, please contact us below. FibreTuff support is available 24/7.