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Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) with Nylon 12

Durable 3D Printing for Prototypes and Production Runs – Ideal for High-Performance Applications

What is SLS 3D Printing?

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an advanced 3D printing technology that uses lasers to sinter powdered material, binding it together to form a solid structure. The SLS process involves evenly spreading a layer of nylon powder onto a build platform. A high-powered laser selectively sinters the powder, fusing the particles at a granular level. The platform then lowers, and another layer of powder is applied. This cycle repeats until the part is fully formed.

SLS is celebrated for its ability to produce strong, durable parts with excellent mechanical properties, making it a versatile choice for a range of applications, including high-performance prototypes, functional end-use parts, and production runs. This technology excels in producing parts with complex geometries and fine details, which are often challenging with other 3D printing methods.

Powder based

SLS

Build Volume: 300 x 300 x 600 mm
Resolution: 120 µm
Layer Height: 120 µm
Minimum Feature Size: 1 mm
Tolerances: ± 0.3 %
Materials: Nylon12

Why using SLS?

Design Freedom: SLS does not require support structures, allowing for more intricate designs and complex internal features without additional assembly which expedites design cycles.
Enhanced Sustainability: SLS technology recycles unused powder, reducing waste and increasing the efficiency of material usage.
Outstanding Chemical Resistance: Effectively resists oils, greases, hydrocarbons, and alkalis.
Exceptional Strength and Durability: Ideal for demanding applications.
Wide Material Options: Supports a variety of materials but excels with Nylon 12, providing parts with balanced mechanical and thermal properties.
Cost-Effectiveness: Efficient for both one-off prototypes and small to medium production runs, reducing the need for expensive tooling.
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Materials Properties

SLS PA12
Strength
Flexibility
Temperature Resistance