Dental Materials

SprintRay Apex Base

18min

Overview

SprintRay Apex Base, now validated for Carbon M-series printers, sets a new standard in digital denture base materials by combining superior mechanical strength, lifelike aesthetics, and streamlined processing.

Powered by NanoFusion™ Technology

  • Exceeds ISO high-impact standards for fracture and wear resistance
  • Delivers exceptional polishability and translucency
  • Requires less mixing and prep than comparable materials
  • Optimized for smooth integration into labs
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Carbon has validated the following shades:

  • Light Pink
  • Original Pink
  • Dark Reddish Pink
  • Opaque Original Pink


Resource Links

Protocol



Design

See IFU above for manufacturer design recommendations.

Digital Preparation



Import Denture

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1

Click NEW PROJECT.

You can also drag your files from a file browser window and drop it on top of the NEW PROJECT icon.

2

Enter a new Project name.

3

In the Resin dropdown, select SprintRay Apex Base.

4

Toggle Auto nest dentures OFF.

5

Only use Encrypt project if you want to require a password to access the project.

Note: Carbon cannot provide support for encrypted projects.

6

Drag and drop your files into the dotted box or click Browse your files and select them in a file browser window.

7

Click Create.

After a few moments you will see the main printer interface with your dentures on the platform.

Orientation

For detailed information about orienting parts, read Orient.



  • Rotate denture bases to 60 degrees from the platform with the posterior at the platform.
  • Intaglio surfaces should face the platform.

Upper Base

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Lower Base

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Supporting

See Supports for detailed information.

1

Select the Supports tab in the top bar or press Shift + S.

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2

In the bottom bar, toggle Overhang Detection on and set the angle to 40 degrees.

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3

Also in the bottom bar, set Toggle Platform to off.

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4

Set Part Postion to Above.

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5

Support edges with fences.

  • Avoid adding supports to intaglio surfaces.
Views from the front and bottom showing supported edges
Views from the front and bottom showing supported edges

6

Support horizontal splay bars with fences.

Views from the front and bottom showing supported bars
Views from the front and bottom showing supported bars


Nesting



Print Controls



Slicing

Set Slice Thickness to Standard (100 µm).



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Reducing the slice thickness by choosing the Fine (50 µm) or Super-fine (25 µm) settings will increase print time and may reduce part quality and accuracy.

Project Analysis



Printing & Post-Processing

Consult the manufacturer IFU for dispensing, printing, washing, curing, bonding and finishing information.

Questions & Support

For questions about the resin properties, printing, washing or curing your parts, please contact the SprintRay support team: