Duolight - 3DtechNIKA

DUOLIGHT: THE HYBRID WHICH UNTIL NOW WAS NOT THERE

From the collaboration between 3DtechNIKA and the MUSP laboratory of the Piacenza Tecnopolo, was born Duolight, an innovative solution that combines 3D printed
technopolymers with aluminum foam.

From this association derives a hybrid product, which transversely exploit the properties of two materials.

ALUMINUM FOAMS AND POLYMERS FOR 3D PRINTING: THE PROPERTIES

Cellular metals combine into a unique element interesting properties:

1. Low density (0.4-0.6 kg/dm³)

2. High specific resistance

3. Resilience (impact protection)

4. Interesting heat exchange properties (heat exchangers)

5. Sound absorption

6. Electrical conductivity

To these characteristics are combined those of the polymers used in the 3D printing

1. Low density (1.0-1.2 kg/dm³)
2. Good specific resistance
3. Resilience (impact protection)
4. Thermal insulation
5. Sound absorption
6. Electrical insulation

DUOLIGHT: ONE PRODUCT UNIQUE, 100% INNOVATIVE AND PATENTED

By combining the converging and diverging features of the two technologies into a hybrid product like Duolight, it is possible to achieve results that add up and enhance each other.

This way, it is possible to produce objects:

Very light, with a density of less than 1 kg/dm³

Floating thanks not only to the weight but mainly to the air contained in the foam

Resistant to shocks and vibrations

Soundproofing

Easily applicable thanks to the properties of the 3D printing for assembly parts with other elements

Capable of combining electrical insulation with electric conductivity

Capable of combining thermal insulation with dissipation or thermal conduction

Washable thanks to the polymer
coating, especially if treated with vapour smoothing

Aesthetically appealing, with colored 3D printing that allows customizations of all kinds

THE ALTERNATIVE TO CARBON, TITANIUM AND SPECIAL ALLOYS OF ALUMINUM

Duolight, together with 3D technology and Vapour Smoothing treatment, represents one innovative solution that can be widely applied in many sectors, such as automotive / motorsport, aerospace, naval, medical, industrial, hobby / collecting. Its qualities and characteristics make it an advantageous alternative for the production of elements normally made of carbon, titanium and special aluminum alloys.