News

Knowledge

Company News

Application Mind Map

Test Report

Technical Article

Industry News

Physical Properties of Tin-Free UV Resin

Physical Properties of Tin-Free UV Resin

While tin‑free UV resins address the health risks associated with organotin compounds, whether their physical properties can meet the demands of industrial applications is key to assessing their technical value. Based on the performance specifications of existing products, tin‑free UV resins achieve levels comparable to those of tin‑containing formulations across critical physical parameters—including viscosity, hardness, flexibility, tensile strength, optical properties, and curing efficiency. Moreover, certain waterborne dispersion grades also offer additional environmental benefits, such as low VOC content and bio‑based origins.

21

2026

/

08

Characteristics of Tin-Free UV Resin

Characteristics of Tin-Free UV Resin

Organotin compounds were long used as effective catalysts in the synthesis of polyurethane UV resins, but their endocrine-disrupting effects have drawn widespread concern. Against the backdrop of increasingly stringent environmental regulations, tin‑free UV resins are emerging as a green alternative and are gradually becoming an industry trend. These resins maintain catalytic efficiency while addressing the health risks associated with organotins at the formulation level, and they also integrate additional eco‑friendly attributes such as water‑based formulations, low VOC content, and bio‑based components, representing a key direction in the technological advancement of UV resin systems.

21

2026

/

08

Types of Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Types of Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Driven by both increasingly stringent environmental regulations and the growing demand for sustainable development, the UV resin industry is undergoing a profound technological transformation. Traditional UV resin formulations—featuring organotin catalysts, benzene‑based solvents, and highly sensitizing monomers—are being replaced by safer, more environmentally friendly alternatives. The development of eco‑friendly UV resins entails the concurrent optimization of multiple technical parameters, including catalytic systems, solvent systems, polymerization inhibitors, raw material sourcing, reactive diluents, and functional monomers. Different product categories emphasize distinct aspects, collectively forming a comprehensive technological portfolio of environmentally responsible UV resins.

20

2026

/

08

The function of environmentally friendly UV resin

The function of environmentally friendly UV resin

Environmentally friendly UV resins are a new class of resin systems developed by modifying traditional UV‑curable resins through water‑based formulation, bio‑based substitution, and optimized formulations that eliminate tin, benzene, reduce MEHQ, and exclude TMPTA and HEMA. These technological approaches, combined with stringent environmental performance criteria, collectively mitigate the environmental footprint and health risks associated with UV resins—spanning raw material sourcing, formulation composition, and the curing process—thereby advancing the industry toward greater sustainability and safety.

20

2026

/

08

Characteristics of Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Characteristics of Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Environmentally friendly UV resins are a new class of resin systems developed by modifying conventional UV‑curable resins through water‑based formulation, bio‑based substitution, and optimized formulations that exclude tin, benzene, and contain low levels of MEHQ, TMPTA, and HEMA. By enhancing environmental performance across multiple dimensions—raw material sourcing, formulation design, and the material’s life cycle—they maintain the core advantage of rapid UV curing while reducing environmental impact and health risks.

20

2026

/

08

Introduction to Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Introduction to Eco-Friendly UV Resins

Driven by both increasingly stringent environmental regulations and the green transformation of the manufacturing sector, the UV resin industry is undergoing a profound shift from traditional petroleum-based systems to environmentally friendly alternatives. Eco‑friendly UV resins, while retaining performance advantages such as rapid curing and high crosslink density, achieve end-to-end environmental sustainability—from raw material substitution to formulation optimization. This article provides an overview of eco‑friendly UV resins, focusing on their solvent‑free nature, bio‑based substitutions, absence of harmful additives, and recyclable design.

19

2026

/

08

Addressing Typical Challenges in Dental UV 3D Printing (Part 7)

Addressing Typical Challenges in Dental UV 3D Printing (Part 7)

The stable operation of UV 3D printing equipment is fundamental to ensuring the quality of dental printed parts. Cured resin residues remaining in the resin tank can scratch or puncture the release film, leading to resin leakage and equipment damage; improper material selection—when slicer settings are incompatible with the specific resin being used—can directly result in print failures; and if the resin is not thoroughly mixed before use, settled fillers may cause compositional inconsistencies and fluctuations in mechanical properties. Addressing these issues requires a three‑pronged approach: equipment maintenance, parameter optimization, and adherence to standardized operating procedures.

19

2026

/

08

Addressing Typical Challenges in Dental UV 3D Printing (Part 6)

Addressing Typical Challenges in Dental UV 3D Printing (Part 6)

Material stability and discoloration are critical issues in dental UV‑3D printing that affect the long-term performance of restorations. The chemical composition of photopolymer resins determines their resistance to discoloration, while improper storage conditions can accelerate degradation. Additionally, printed parts may undergo shrinkage and deformation over time, both of which directly compromise the esthetics and fit of the restoration in the patient’s mouth. Addressing material stability and discoloration requires a three‑pronged approach: optimizing resin storage and handling, implementing effective post‑processing aging controls, and carefully selecting appropriate formulations.

19

2026

/

08

< 1...121314...162 >