Chromatic has now raised over $15 million and manufactures its resins in the U.S. and printers in Germany. Its RX-Flow printers use durable urethane materials through reactive chemistry. This approach allows for tough materials to be printed onto substrates such as glass or fabric. It’s an intriguing method that could enable the creation of integrated window assemblies or, for example, the addition of 3D-printed pads to bike pants. The company also focuses on more utilitarian but high-volume products like bellows, bladders, and cable grommets. These items can be produced in build volumes ranging from 348 x 543 x 194 mm to 80 x 1040 x 194 mm. Chromatic now offers 12 materials, including some that can withstand temperatures up to 140°C, possess improved tensile strength, or exhibit oil resistance.

Chromatic has significant opportunities in automotive and aviation, as well as in often overlooked industrial markets. Small components that dampen, soften impacts, or reduce movement are abundant, and some are both expensive and critical. While cable grommets may not be the most exciting products, they are essential. In short-run production, bridge manufacturing, new geometries, and supply chain resilience, there is considerable potential. Traditionally, we’ve struggled with making durable elastomeric parts. If Chromatic builds its niche in air-holding, robust products, the company could tap into substantial volumes across various markets.

Source: 3dprint.com