VisiJet M2 ENT
VisiJet M2 ENT is a castable UV-cured photopolymer for 3D Systems MultiJet Printing, formulated for clean, low-ash burnout in jewellery and dental investment casting workflows.
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Values for the As-Printed condition
VisiJet M2 ENT grades and fills
VisiJet M2 ENT is supplied in 2 conditions, soft to hard. As-Printed is the default FabDigit quotes; the values on this page are for it.
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| Grade · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
As-PrintedDefault MJP part after wax support removal | Use the default MJP state after wax support melt-out and cleaning for fit checks and appearance parts; it delivers 42 MPa tensile and 10% elongation with no extra cure step. | 36 | 42 | 10 | 80 Shore D |
UV post-cured | Choose the broadband UV post-cure when higher stiffness (1.7 GPa), lower residual monomer or stable dimensions are needed for skin-contact and medical parts; elongation drops to 7%. | 46 | 7 | 83 Shore D |
What is VisiJet M2 ENT?
VisiJet M2 ENT is a castable UV-cured photopolymer for 3D Systems MultiJet Printing, formulated for clean, low-ash burnout in jewellery and dental investment casting workflows. It prints fine detail with meltable wax support and is supplied as-printed or UV post-cured (UV-PC), with 42 MPa tensile strength, 10% elongation, Shore D 80 hardness and 1.5 GPa modulus. The material is brittle, softens with frictional heat and, as a crosslinked thermoset, cannot be welded, so it is a pattern material rather than a functional part material. For rigid clear display models on the same platform, use VisiJet M3 Crystal. VisiJet M2 ENT has a density of 1.16 g/cm³ (0.0419 lb/in³), lighter than 55% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 58°C (136 °F). VisiJet M2 ENT has a yield strength of 36 MPa (5.22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 42 MPa (6.09 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 10% and the elastic modulus is 1.5 GPa (0.218 Msi).
What is VisiJet M2 ENT used for?
- jewelry casting patterns
- dental casting patterns
- lost-wax investment casting
Advantages
- Low, predictable mold shrinkage — 0.2%, better than 94% of polymer grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 70/100, better than 77% of polymer grades
Limitations
- Limited service temperature — 40°C (104 °F), worse than 99% of polymer grades
- Difficult to weld — 0/100, worse than 98% of polymer grades
- Low fracture toughness — 0.6 MPa·√m (0.546 ksi·√in), worse than 96% of polymer grades
- Limited formability — 5/100, worse than 95% of polymer grades
- Needs corrosion protection — 55/100, worse than 94% of polymer grades
VisiJet M2 ENT properties
Typical room-temperature values for VisiJet M2 ENT-As-Printed; bars are the position among polymer grades.
Physical3
VisiJet M2 ENT has a density of 1.16 g/cm³ (0.0419 lb/in³), lighter than 55% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is 58°C (136 °F).
Mechanical15
VisiJet M2 ENT has a yield strength of 36 MPa (5.22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 42 MPa (6.09 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 10% and the elastic modulus is 1.5 GPa (0.218 Msi).
Thermal9
VisiJet M2 ENT is rated for continuous service to 40°C (104 °F). It conducts heat at 0.2 W/m·K (0.116 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 56% of polymer grades. Thermal expansion is 90 µm/m·K (50 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
VisiJet M2 ENT has an electrical resistivity of 1×10¹² Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (55/100), worse than 94% of polymer grades. UV resistance is poor.
Manufacturability5
VisiJet M2 ENT's machinability is fair (50/100, worse than 73% of polymer grades); weldability not recommended (0/100); formability not recommended (5/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the polymer family
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade FabDigit runs. VisiJet M2 ENT is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with VisiJet M2 ENT
Is VisiJet M2 ENT easy to machine?
Low-speed drilling, milling and trimming are possible with sharp tools and light feed; the material is brittle and softens as heat builds up.
Can VisiJet M2 ENT be welded?
Thermoplastic welding does not apply (crosslinked thermoset); assemble with cyanoacrylate or UV-cure adhesive and mechanical snap features.
Can VisiJet M2 ENT be formed, bent or molded?
Formed only by MJP material jetting; wax support is melted out with heat and then ultrasonically cleaned, so support thin-wall patterns carefully during dewaxing to avoid distortion.
VisiJet M2 ENT chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| urethane/epoxy acrylate oligomerprimary crosslinked backbone | 30 – 55 | 42 |
| photoinitiatorUV initiation system | 1 – 5 | 3 |
| stabilizers / pigmentsinhibitor, colorant and leveling additives | 0.1 – 3 | 1 |
| acrylate/methacrylate monomer diluentreactive diluent, controls viscosity and jettability | ≥ 35 (balance) |
What surface finishes work on VisiJet M2 ENT?
The as-printed surface is already smooth and accepts light sanding or polishing, spray paint or clear lacquer; a UV-blocking topcoat is recommended to slow yellowing.
How much does VisiJet M2 ENT cost?
VisiJet M2 ENT is a high-cost polymer ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
VisiJet M2 ENT — frequently asked
What is VisiJet M2 ENT used for?
VisiJet M2 ENT is typically used for jewelry casting patterns, dental casting patterns and lost-wax investment casting. In short: castable burnout resin; fine detail for jewellery; low-ash investment casting.
What is the yield strength of VisiJet M2 ENT?
VisiJet M2 ENT has a typical yield strength of 36 MPa (5.22 ksi) and a tensile strength of 42 MPa (6.09 ksi) — weaker than 65% of polymer grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is VisiJet M2 ENT easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated fair (50/100, worse than 73% of polymer grades). Low-speed drilling, milling and trimming are possible with sharp tools and light feed; the material is brittle and softens as heat builds up.
Can VisiJet M2 ENT be welded?
Not readily — weldability is rated not recommended (0/100). Thermoplastic welding does not apply (crosslinked thermoset); assemble with cyanoacrylate or UV-cure adhesive and mechanical snap features.
What surface finishes work on VisiJet M2 ENT?
The as-printed surface is already smooth and accepts light sanding or polishing, spray paint or clear lacquer; a UV-blocking topcoat is recommended to slow yellowing.
Can VisiJet M2 ENT be formed, bent or molded?
Formed only by MJP material jetting; wax support is melted out with heat and then ultrasonically cleaned, so support thin-wall patterns carefully during dewaxing to avoid distortion.
What is the maximum service temperature of VisiJet M2 ENT?
VisiJet M2 ENT is rated for continuous use to about 40°C (104 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
How much does VisiJet M2 ENT cost?
VisiJet M2 ENT is a high-cost polymer ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- VisiJet M2 MJP 2500 / 2500 Plus — 3D Systems (2023)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.