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SLS 3D-Druckdienste

Access top-notch components swiftly for prototyping and production with our Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing service. 
 
  • Choose from a variety of industrial-grade materials and extensive surface finish options. 
  • Enjoy a standard lead time of just 3 business days for rapid delivery. 
  • Ideal for producing jigs, fixtures, housings, snap fits, and living hinges
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  • Expert Manufacturing Network: Partnered with 180+ experienced manufacturers worldwide, specializing in high-quality SLS 3D printed parts.
  • Advanced Technology: Access to 160+ cutting-edge 3D printers ensures precise and efficient production.
  • Commitment to Quality: Our engineers’ meticulous attention to detail and rigorous quality assurance processes ensure consistent delivery of superior SLS 3D printed parts.
 
 
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SLS 3D Printing for Manufacturing

  • No Need for Support Structures: Parts are supported by powder during the printing process, eliminating the need for additional support structures. This capability allows for printing complex geometries and cantilevered structures, facilitating subsequent surface treatments, thereby speeding up efficiency and improving part surface quality.
  • Material Versatility: Various engineering-grade materials such as nylon, TPU, etc., can be used, suitable for diverse application needs including heat resistance, wear resistance, chemical resistance, etc.
  • High Precision and Fine Surface Quality: Capable of achieving high precision in part manufacturing with excellent surface quality, reducing the need for post-processing.
  • Rapid Production: Compared to traditional manufacturing methods, SLS 3D printing is faster, suitable for rapid prototyping and small batch production.
  • Sustainability and Energy Efficiency: Reduces waste through powder recycling and local heating, promoting energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
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Funktionen des SLA-3D-Druckers

Maximale Build-Größe395 x 500 x 395 mm (15.53" x 19.68" x 15.53")
Standardlieferzeit3 Business Days
Maßgenauigkeit±0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.012 inches)
Schichtdicke100 microns
Minimale Featuregröße0.5 mm (0.0196 inches)

 

SLS 3D Printer Materials

SLS 3D printing uses robust powder materials that are ideal for functional prototyping and low-to-medium volume production of end-use parts.

MaterialTensile StrengthElongation at BreakHeat Deflection TemperatureColor OptionsApplications
Nylon (PA 12)White: 41-50 MPa
Dyed Black: 30-48 MPa
White: 11-36%
Dyed Black: 6.3-9.3%
White: 146-180°C
Dyed Black: 152-179°C
White, Dyed Black, Off-whitePrototypes, complex parts, functional models, end products, enclosures, housings, jigs, fixtures, tooling
Glass-Filled Nylon (PA 12)75-95 MPa2-5%173-180°CNatural (Off-white)High-stiffness parts, functional prototypes, industrial applications
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)8-15 MPa200-300%50-80°CNatural (Translucent), BlackFlexible parts, seals, gaskets, footwear, automotive components
Alumide (Aluminum-filled Nylon)48-53 MPa3-4%160-170°CGreyRigid parts, prototypes, tooling, functional parts
Polypropylene (PP)22-27 MPa15-20%85-100°CWhiteLight-weight parts, chemical-resistant components, living hinges, containers

Comparing SLS to Other 3D Printing Technologies

TechnologieMaterialkostenPreisMaßgenauigkeitStärkenVolumen erstellenSchichtdickeFeature-Größe
FDM Industrie$$$$$+0,5% mit einer Untergrenze von ± 0,5 mmNiedrige Kosten, große Materialauswahl500 x 500 x 500 mm (19,68"x19,68"x19,68")100-300μm2,0 mm (0,0787 Zoll)
FDM-Prototyping$$$$+0,3% mit einer Untergrenze von ± 0,3 mm (± 0,012")Hohe Wiederholgenauigkeit, Material in technischer Qualität406 x 355 x 406 mm (15,98" x 13,97" x 15,98")100-330um2,0 mm (0,0787 Zoll)
SLA$$$$$+ 0,3% mit einer Untergrenze von ± 0,3 mm (± 0,012")Glatte Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, feine Detailzeichnung145 x 145 x 175 mm (5,7" x 5,7" x 6,8")50-100um0,2 mm (0,00787 Zoll)
SLS$$$$+ 0,2% mit einer Untergrenze von ± 0,13 mm (± 0,005 Zoll)Glatte Oberflächenbeschaffenheit, feine Detailzeichnung, große Druckfläche500 x 500 x 500 mm (19,68" x 19,68" x 19,68")50-100μm0,2 mm (0,00787 Zoll)
MJF$$$$+0,3% mit einer Untergrenze von ± 0,3 mm (± 0,012 Zoll)Designflexibilität, keine Stützen erforderlich395 x 500 x 395 mm (15,53" x 19,68" x 15,53")100 um0,5 mm (0,0196 Zoll)

SLS Surface Finishes

Enhance both the mechanical performance and visual appeal of your SLS 3D-printed components using these post-production solutions.

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Gray As printed

Gray color, smooth surface, without visible print layers, tiny powder texture

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Dyed Process (black)

Achieves black dyeing through immersion in a warm-colored bath, penetrating surfaces to a depth of approximately 0.5 mm

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Smoothing Surface

Components undergo a tumbling process with ceramic chips to attain a polished finish reminiscent of injection-molded parts

 

ARapidPrototype Quality Standards for SLS 3D Printed Parts

 

To ensure we achieve the right quality delivery, we follow the process outlined below:

 
  • Design Validation: Ensure design files meet printing requirements.
  • Material Selection and Preparation: Choose appropriate SLS printing materials and ensure powder quality.
  • Pre-Printing Setup: Prepare the printing platform, adjust parameters, and calibrate equipment.
  • Printing Process Monitoring: Monitor laser sintering for uniform powder distribution and accurate sintering.
  • Quality Inspection: Check dimensions, assess surface quality, and inspect structural integrity after printing.
  • Surface treatment: Clean the parts, and perform necessary surface treatments.
  • Final Inspection and Validation: Conduct thorough checks to ensure parts meet design and customer expectations.
  • Documentation and Traceability: Maintain detailed records for quality control and traceability purposes.
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Advantages and Drawbacks of SLS 3D Printing

 

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 Vorteile

  • Cost: Relatively affordable for low-volume production 
  • Lead Time: Fast printing process for functional, durable prototypes or end-use parts 
  • Materials: No support material is needed<br>Excellent layer adhesion<br>Materials have good mechanical properties
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Nachteile

  • Cost: Initial setup costs and material expenses can be high 
  • Lead Time: As-printed parts are rough to the touch due to surface porosity 
  • Materials: SLS is prone to shrinkage and warping, especially on long, thin parts 

Guidelines for for SLS 3D Printing

The following table outlines the recommended and technically feasible parameters for the typical features found in SLS 3D printed components

Suggested Materials: Nylon (PA 12), Glass-filled Nylon (PA 12)

BesonderheitRecommended Size
Unsupported Walls1.0 mm (0.040 in)
Supported Walls0.8 mm (0.031 in)
Minimum Detail Size0.8 mm (0.031 in)
Minimum Hole Size1.0 mm (0.040 in)
Moving Parts0.5 mm (0.020 in)
Assembly Clearance0.4 mm (0.016 in)
Maximum Wall Thickness20 mm (0.8 in)

What is Selective Laser Sintering?

SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) is the preferred 3D printing technique for industrial applications. SLS utilizes a high-powered laser to fuse polymer powder particles together. During the SLS 3D printing process, the unused powder acts as structural support for the part being created, eliminating the need for additional support structures. The processing steps mainly include:
 
  • Material Preparation: Select appropriate SLS printing materials and prepare powder or granular materials.
  • Pre-Printing Setup: Prepare the printing platform and printing area, and set printing parameters.
  • Printing Process: Use a laser scanner to selectively fuse powder layer by layer, converting the design into solid parts.
  • Cooling and Solidification: Allow the printed parts to cool and solidify after printing.
  • Cleaning: Remove any un-sintered powder from around the printed parts.
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Der ARapidPrototype-Prozess

 

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SLS 3D Printing Service FAQs

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an additive manufacturing technology that uses a high-powered laser to selectively fuse powdered materials, typically polymers or metals, to create three-dimensional objects layer by layer.

In selective laser sintering, a thin layer of powdered material is evenly spread over a build platform. A laser scans the cross-section of the object to be printed, selectively melting and fusing the powdered particles based on the digital design data. The build platform then lowers, and a new layer of powder is spread, repeating the process until the object is fully formed.

 

SLS parts refer to the objects or components created using selective laser sintering technology. These parts are built layer by layer from powdered materials, resulting in complex geometries and high structural integrity.

Selective laser sintering is compatible with a wide range of materials, including various polymers (such as nylon, polypropylene, and TPU) as well as metals (such as aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium). The specific material used depends on the desired properties and applications of the SLS parts.

Some key advantages of selective laser sintering include:

  • Capability to produce complex geometries and intricate designs
  • High structural integrity and durability of SLS parts
  • Wide material compatibility for various applications
  • No need for support structures during the printing process
  • Ability to produce functional prototypes and end-use parts

 

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