Bringing high-resolution, high-quality, and high-definition additive rapid prototyping to a wide audience, InVision si2 3D printer utilizes 3D Systems' patented Multi-Jet Modeling technology to deposit an acrylic photopolymer layer by layer onto the build platform, curing the material after each layer is put down. Running off standard 110/120 V office power, it interfaces directly to PC or network.

With no special facility requirements, the system provides:

• 11.75 x 7.3 x 8 in. build envelope
  
• Durable acrylic polymer prototypes
  
• Resolution: 328 x 328 x 606 dpi (xyz)
  
• 0.00165 in. layer thickness
  
• Interfaces directly to PC or network
  
• Uses standard 120 V office power
  
• No part post-curing required.

Unlike traditional prototyping methods where raw material is carved out to reveal the final product, additive RP methods work by depositing layers of build material only where needed and building the prototype up from scratch. Additive rapid prototyping technology allows the creation of models that would be impossible to produce with any other method: models that contain complex undercuts or overhangs, and models that contain captive elements (ship-in-the-bottle components).

Traditional prototyping methods often require days or weeks before a prototype is completed. With additive rapid prototyping, models can be generated in hrs, usually overnight.