3D Systems launches the Figure 4 135 3D printer, designed for high-mix, low-volume production with advanced materials and automated workflows.
3D Systems Introduces Figure 4 135 to Transform High-Mix, Low-Volume Manufacturing
3D Systems announced the Figure 4 135, claiming to be the most advanced 3D printer designed to facilitate the custom part production for industries that need precision, flexibility and rapid output. Focused on providers looking to add or transform their injection molding systems, the new system is expected to reduce expenditures and lead times without sacrificing accuracy.
Part of the expanding Figure 4 family, The Figure 4 135 comes equipped with a 5-watt laser, 2716 x 1528 resolution, and 50 µm pixel laser pixel size which ensures, out of the box, repeatability for the most demanding applications. Built to meet IEC-62443 cyber security standards, it adds automated workflows such as barcode scaners for batch tracking and full traceability which is crucial for the automotive, aerospace, and other consumer electronics fields.
The appeal stems from the compatibility with Figure 4 Tough 75C FR Black, which has a flame retardant rating (UL94 V0) at 0.4mm wall thickness. In addition to boasting exemplary thermal resistance of 150°C for electrical and 130°C for mechanical, this polymer’s resiliency also further cements his structural value within electrical connectors, automotive components, and devices that are considered heavily susceptible to heat. Additive manufacturing of these parts enables the evasion of costly preproduction dies, increasing cost efficiency at larger production scales.
Accelerating Innovation in Investment Casting
Beyond the Figure 4 135, 3D Systems announced enhancements to its QuickCast Diamond build style, now compatible with the PSLA 270 projector-based SLA printer. This update enables foundries to produce large, intricate investment castings 30% lighter and faster than traditional methods. The diamond lattice structure reduces material waste and burnout time while maintaining structural integrity—a breakthrough for industries prioritizing speed and geometric complexity.
3D Systems’ CEO Dr. Jeffrey Graves stated, “Innovation is in our DNA;” the Figure 4 135 3D printer was developed because of ‘2024 R&D surge’, it enhances precision for high-mix low-volume production. ‘These solutions are not merely focused on technology, rather giving the customers the flexibility to address changing needs with unrivaled ease’.”
Addressing Industry Challenges
The Figure 4 135 arrives as manufacturers increasingly seek alternatives to injection molding for small-batch custom parts. Electrical connectors, for example, typically require lengthy tooling processes. By contrast, 3D printing enables rapid iteration, design freedom, and material efficiency without compromising performance.
3D Systems’ latest release underscores its commitment to application-specific solutions. The printer joins a robust portfolio, including the Figure 4 Production, Modular, and Jewelry models, each tailored to niche manufacturing needs.
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Looking Ahead
With the global push toward sustainable and agile production, 3D Systems positions the Figure 4 135 as a cornerstone of modern manufacturing. As industries grapple with supply chain constraints and rising material costs, additive manufacturing offers a path to resilience—one layer at a time.
The firm’s simultaneous attention to both hardware and materials innovation indicates a wider change: the future of manufacturing is not simply automated – it is adaptive.
