3D-ADD Self-Heal BioFlex — Optic · Thermal-Weld · BioGen

Product description

Self-healing booster engineered for soft and flexible photopolymers for SLA, DLP and LCD printing at 385–405 nm.

It enables warm-press closure of cuts and scratches, improves layer cohesion, and preserves a compliant elastomeric feel. Three tuned versions are described: Optic, Thermal-Weld and BioGen.

Application framework

Designed for use with flexible and elastomeric photopolymers operating at 385–405 nm in SLA, DLP and LCD systems. Suitable for clear and pigmented systems requiring self-healing, improved interlayer fusion and compliant elastomeric performance.

Typical applications

• Soft and living hinges
• Compliant grippers
• Cushioning pads
• Flexible covers and bellows
• Wearable-like prototypes requiring improved nick resistance and service life

Measured physical properties

• Appearance: amber, clear to slightly hazy
• Odor: very low
• Viscosity (25 °C): ~300–600 mPa·s
• Density (25 °C): ~1.15–1.25 g·cm⁻³
• VOC: 0%
• Recommended use level: 10–20 wt% in flexible/elastomeric resins
• Optic activation: ~40–60 °C, gentle pressure
• Thermal-Weld activation: ~45–70 °C, light pressure for firmer welds
• BioGen activation: ~40–60 °C, gentle pressure
• Storage: 5–25 °C, dry, protected from light
• Shelf life: 12 months unopened

Functional performance characteristics

• Low-temperature self-healing with gentle pressure
• Higher tear and fatigue resistance
• Stronger interlayer fusion
• Maintains soft touch and flexibility
• No crystallization in soft grades
• Low volatility and low odor
• Optical-friendly at recommended levels
• Optic version: clarity-first, low-odor warm-press repair at gentle temperature
• Thermal-Weld version: stronger weld-back under mild heat
• BioGen version: biogenic self-repair pathway supporting renewable-content narratives with low-temp activation

Processing and handling performance

• Blend under low light to full homogeneity prior to printing
• Print on 385–405 nm systems
• Re-optimize initial and per-layer exposure slightly vs. baseline
• Optional brief local 405 nm flash can help lock the interface
• Follow the host resin’s standard post-cure
• Designed for flexible and elastomeric photopolymers operating at 385–405 nm
• Suitable for clear and pigmented systems
• For highly filled or opaque matrices, validate exposure and activation windows on internal coupons
• Industrial/R&D use only
• Use standard PPE (gloves, goggles, lab coat) and adequate ventilation
• Avoid prolonged exposure to intense light during mixing and handling
• Consult the SDS for this product and for the host resin
• Additive, one graduated beaker, and one empty 250 mL black bottle to measure, mix, and protect the resin from daylight are included in the kit
• Keep resins away from natural or room light to prevent unintended curing

Chemical and safety characteristics

• VOC: 0%
• Low volatility
• Not cleared for direct or long-term skin contact, implant, or medical use

Testing & processing disclaimer

Activation guide and exposure settings must be validated on internal coupons. For highly filled or opaque matrices, validate exposure and activation windows on internal coupons.

Disclaimer

This material is supplied as a professional manufacturing material and is not marketed as a finished medical device. Final part performance and suitability must be validated by the user according to the intended application.

Document reference: TDS-3D-ADD-SH-SOFT-FLEXIBLE-EN | Version: 1.0 | Last updated: March 2026