The world of eyewear is constantly evolving and, as in fashion, the market demands new things in ever tighter timeframes. 3D printing is working alongside eyewear companies to support the development and design phase of new products, going as far as the pre-production of small limited edition series.
From its R&D laboratories, DWS presents new materials specifically developed for the eyewear industry, particularly for the production of eyeglass frames and temples.
Thanks to the combination of 3D printing technology and advanced materials, the parts feature ultra-smooth surfaces with high-definition details.
The part can be 3D printed with the housing for the metal core and the arrangement for the hinges, without any further intervention by the operator.
The materials can withstand typical treatments such as hypoallergenic clear coatings or sputtering.
The parts were printed using Irix Tungsten in black, white, and dark grey, as well as Invicta Digital PA55.
The new Irix Tungsten material, produced in-house by DWS Systems at Formnext 2024, is a hard and extremely impact-resistant material with a high ceramic content. It is extremely smooth to the touch and gives a cool, metal-like feel.
