Stratasys Unveils Revolutionary DentaJet XL 3D Printer

Stratasys Ltd. has announced the launch of its latest 3D printing innovation, the DentaJet XL. This high-speed printer is set to revolutionise the production of dental models, potentially addressing key challenges faced by dental laboratories worldwide.

The DentaJet XL comes at a crucial time for the dental sector, which is grappling with increased demand and a shortage of qualified technicians. Ronen Lebi, Vice President of Stratasys Dental, emphasised the printer’s role in overcoming these hurdles:

“The Stratasys DentaJet XL solution is engineered specifically for digital dental labs that must deliver high volumes of applications without sacrificing quality, helping them overcome significant challenges in finding and retaining qualified technicians as they work to meet growing market demand.”

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Impressive Production Capabilities

Early adopters of the DentaJet XL have reported remarkable production figures. The printer can produce up to 16 implant cases, including surgical guides and models, in just over 6 hours. For crown and bridge models, it can create up to 102 in less than 5 hours. Orthodontic models and aligner arches can be produced at similarly impressive rates.

Cost-Effective and Labour-Saving Features

The DentaJet XL boasts several features designed to reduce costs and streamline production processes. These include:

• Larger resin cartridges (4kg) with hot-swap capabilities
• A spacious print tray
• Super High-Speed mode for increased production speed

Minimal post-processing requirements

James Dobson, Vice President of Digital Production at Dobson Ortho Laboratories, one of the first to implement the new printer, shared his experience:

“With its large print tray, 4X larger resin cartridges, and hot-swap capabilities, we have already achieved significant material and labor savings. Creating print jobs has become extremely fast and simple with the automatic part nesting features.”

Enhancing Workplace Health and Productivity

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Beyond its production capabilities, the DentaJet XL also contributes to a healthier work environment. Dobson noted, “Its sealed resin system ensures a healthier workplace for our team.”

The printer’s impact on productivity has been equally impressive. Prof. Armando Razionale from Airnivol reported:

“The new Super High-Speed Mode allowed us to significantly increase our production of clear aligners by nearly 50%, without adding any additional labor and at a much-reduced cost per part.”

Advanced Software and Post-Processing Integration

The DentaJet XL comes with intuitive GrabCAD Print software, which reduces print preparation times and offers integrated fleet management. Additionally, the printer can be integrated with automated support removal workflows, further streamlining the production process.

Prof. Razionale highlighted the benefits of this integration:

“By integrating the DentaJet XL with the automatic support removal workflow, we are saving a tremendous amount of time and labor in the final stage of production. It’s almost like we added a virtual lab technician!”

Looking Ahead

As dental care continues to evolve and demand for services grows, innovations like the DentaJet XL could play a crucial role in helping dental labs meet these challenges. By combining high-speed production with cost-effectiveness and improved workplace conditions, Stratasys’ latest offering may well set a new standard in dental 3D printing technology.

The dental industry will be watching closely to see how this new technology impacts production capabilities and patient care in the coming months and years.