3D printed robots design process
This video provides an overview of how 3D printing is used to create lightweight and organized designs for mobile robotic applications.
ESD-Safe 3D Printing: Protecting Sensitive Electronics
In the electronics industry, standard plastic is a liability. Most 3D printing filaments are natural insulators, meaning they build up static charges that can discharge into delicate circuits.
At Partmade3D, we provide ESD-Safe additive manufacturing using materials specifically engineered with conductive additives (like carbon nanotubes) to safely bleed off static electricity.
Why Use ESD-Safe Materials?
- Component Safety: Prevent catastrophic failure or latent defects in PCBs and sensors during assembly.
- Dust Prevention: Static-charged plastics attract dust and debris; ESD-safe parts stay cleaner in sensitive environments.
- Compliance: Meet ANSI/ESD S20.20 standards for automated testing equipment and assembly fixtures.
Top ESD-Safe Materials for 2026ESD-Safe PETGESD-Safe ASASurface ResistivitySurface Resistivity10^6 to 10^9 OhmsSurface Resistivity10^6 to 10^9 OhmsKey BenefitKey BenefitEasy to print with good chemical resistanceKey BenefitHigh heat resistance and UV stabilityBest Use CaseBest Use CasePCB holders, assembly jigs, and non-structural fixturesBest Use CaseAutomated test equipment (ATE) and outdoor electronic housings
Industrial ESD Solutions
ESD PETG: The Assembly Workhorse
3DXTECH CarbonX ESD PETG is the most versatile option for electronics labs. It offers the ease of printing found in standard PETG but with the consistent surface resistivity required for safe handling of microchips.
ESD ASA: For High-Heat Environments
For testing fixtures that operate near heat sources or in outdoor environments, 3DXTECH CarbonX ESD ASA provides superior thermal stability. It maintains its ESD properties even when exposed to high temperatures or UV light.