Heated build chamber
Controlled chamber temperature supports dimensional stability and high-temperature materials.
Stratasys Fortus 450mcEngineering plastics, on repeat.
A proven factory-floor FDM system for accurate prototypes, manufacturing tools and production parts in high-performance thermoplastics.
406 × 355 × 406 mmBuild envelope
±0.127 mmManufacturer-stated typical accuracy
15Compatible FDM materials
ISO 9001Certified quality management system
Tools and partswhen the line needs them.
Fortus 450mc turns CAD into dense thermoplastic toolpaths. A heated chamber controls thermal behaviour, while two model and two support bays keep long, unattended builds running.
Why we run it
- Factory-floor reliability. A workhorse platform built for repeatable output across long production runs.
- High-temperature polymers. ULTEM™ 9085, ULTEM™ 1010 and Antero™ alongside ABS, ASA and polycarbonate.
- Accurate, consistent parts. Controlled chamber conditions support dimensional performance from build to build.
- Right-sized builds. Mid-size parts and batches run here, keeping the F900 free for large work.
Built for repeatableproduction.
Controlled chamber conditions, high-performance thermoplastics and an automated FDM workflow.
Material versatility
From ABS and ASA to Nylon 12CF, Antero™ and ULTEM™ resins on the same platform.
Extended operation
Automatic material changeover across two model and two support bays supports long unattended builds.
GrabCAD and Insight
Prepare, manage and fine-tune toolpaths through GrabCAD Print™ and Insight™.
Where the Fortusearns its place.
Tooling, functional parts and replacements where conventional lead times are measured in weeks.
Jigs, fixtures and workholding
Custom soft jaws, locating fixtures and assembly aids in Nylon 12CF and other engineering thermoplastics.
Custom polymer components
Complex structural and cosmetic parts built directly from CAD, with no tooling to pay for.
Functional prototypes
Test form, fit and function in a production-grade material before committing to tooling.
Legacy replacement parts
Rebuild obsolete geometry from a scan or drawing and make the replacement in ASA or Nylon 12CF.
The numbers behind it.Manufacturer specifications.
Values published by Stratasys for the Fortus 450mc. What a specific part achieves depends on its geometry, material and build set-up.
| Specification | Manufacturer value |
|---|---|
| Build envelope | 406 × 355 × 406 mm |
| Achievable accuracy | ±0.127 mm typical* |
| Material delivery | Two model and two support canister bays |
| System size | 1,295 × 902 × 1,984 mm |
| System weight | Approx. 601 kg |
| Connectivity | 10/100 Base-T Ethernet |
| Software | GrabCAD Print™, Insight™ and Control Center™ |
*Manufacturer-stated value. All values are manufacturer specifications for the system, not guaranteed results for an individual part.
Materials it runs.15 engineering thermoplastics.
The Fortus 450mc runs fifteen of the FDM materials in our library, from everyday ABS to ULTEM™ and Antero™ high-performance grades.
ULTEM™ 9085 resin
High-performance PEI material reference for demanding applications.
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FDM Nylon 12CF
Carbon-filled nylon for lightweight, high-stiffness parts.
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ABS-ESD7
Static-dissipative ABS for sensitive electronic environments.
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ASA
UV-resistant engineering thermoplastic with a refined finish.
View material| Material | Key property | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ABS-M30 | Balanced strength and toughness | Prototypes, jigs and fixtures |
| ABS-M30i | Documented biocompatibility options | Medical-device prototypes and tooling |
| ABS-ESD7 | Electrostatic discharge control | Electronics fixtures and housings |
| ASA | Outdoor and UV durability | Outdoor housings and functional prototypes |
| FDM Nylon 12 | Toughness and fatigue resistance | Snap-fit parts and fixtures |
| FDM Nylon 12CF | High stiffness-to-weight | End-of-arm tooling and structural fixtures |
| PA6/66-GF30-FR | Glass reinforcement and flame performance | Transportation and industrial components |
| PC-ABS | Impact and heat performance | Housings and functional assemblies |
| PC | Strength and temperature capability | Tooling and functional prototypes |
| PC-ISO | Biocompatibility documentation | Medical and industrial prototypes |
| ST-130 | Dissolvable composite tooling | Hollow composite structures |
| ULTEM™ 9085 resin | Strength, heat and FST performance | Aircraft interior parts and production tooling |
| ULTEM™ 1010 resin | Thermal and chemical resistance | High-temperature tools and components |
| Antero™ 800NA | Low outgassing and chemical resistance | Aerospace and fluid-exposed parts |
| Antero™ 840CN03 | Static dissipation and low outgassing | ESD-sensitive tooling and aircraft parts |
See it running.The Fortus 450mc at work.
The official Stratasys video of the Fortus 450mc: heated chamber, material bays and finished tooling.
How it fitsour production workflow.
The machine is one step. Engineering, finishing and inspection happen under the same roof, with one point of contact.
Send the part
A CAD file, a drawing, or photos and the old part. Tell us what it does and how many you need.
Process and quote
An engineer confirms the Fortus 450mc is the right machine, recommends the material and sends price and date.
Print on the Fortus 450mc
We orient, nest and build the part, keeping the build record with the job.
Finish and inspect
Supports come off, the part is finished as specified and critical dimensions are checked.
Related systems.Owned and run in-house.
Every part is made on our own machines in Jebel Ali. We choose the process by the part, not by the machine that happens to be free.
Fortus 450mc questions,answered.
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Fortus 450mc or F900: which will you use?
Parts that fit within 406 × 355 × 406 mm usually run on the Fortus 450mc; larger parts go to the F900. Both run the same core engineering materials, so we choose by size, quantity and schedule.
Which materials can it print?
Fifteen of our FDM materials, including ULTEM™ 9085, ULTEM™ 1010, Antero™ 800NA, Nylon 12CF, ASA and ABS-ESD7. FDM Nylon 6, TPU 92A and PPSF run on the F900.
How accurate are the parts?
Stratasys states a typical accuracy of ±0.127 mm. Achieved accuracy depends on geometry, material and orientation, so critical dimensions are agreed and checked.
Can you make a single fixture?
Yes. There is no tooling cost, so one-off jigs, fixtures and soft jaws are economical. Send the part they hold, or its CAD, and tell us how the tool is used.
Bring us the part.
Send a drawing, a CAD file, or photographs and the old part. Tell us what it does, how many you need and when.