FDM 3D Printer

The U.S. Air Force is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of supplying a deployable, high‑resolution, industrial‑grade FDM/FFF 3D printer that fits within an ISU‑90 storage container and meets strict electrical, dimensional, thermal, and material specifications. The system must include dual‑extrusion with auto‑changeover, modular hot‑ends for thermoplastics, carbon‑fiber composites, and elastomers, an enclosed heated build chamber, automated calibration, and support a range of engineering‑grade filaments (ABS, ABS‑CF, ASA, PC‑ABS, Nylon‑CF, mineral‑filled nylon, TPU). Vendors must also provide licensed slicing software, on‑site startup, assembly, warranty options, training for at least four personnel, and an initial consumables kit plus a stock of additional filaments and accessories. Responses are limited to a capability statement submitted by 4 Sep 2026. • Required footprint ≤ 72 × 36 × 36 in; build volume 10–16 in cube. • Power ≤ 20 A on 110‑120 V, 50‑60 Hz. • Dual‑extrusion with automatic filament changeover. • Heated, fully enclosed build chamber with automated bed leveling. • Layer thickness 0.005–0.013 in; dimensional accuracy ±0.200 mm or ±0.002 mm/mm. • Support for specified engineering filaments and soluble support material. • Includes software licensing, warranty, on‑site startup, and training for four users. • Initial consumable kit plus additional filament/accessory inventory required.