| Maximum Build Size | 395 x 500 x 395 mm (15.53" x 19.68" x 15.53") |
|---|---|
| Standard Lead Time | 3 Business Days |
| Dimensional Accuracy | ±0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.012 inches) |
| Layer Thickness | 100 microns |
| Minimum Feature Size | 0.5 mm (0.0196 inches) |
SLS 3D printing uses robust powder materials that are ideal for functional prototyping and low-to-medium volume production of end-use parts.
| Material | Tensile Strength | Elongation at Break | Heat Deflection Temperature | Color Options | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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-white | Prototypes, complex parts, functional models, end products, enclosures, housings, jigs, fixtures, tooling |
| Glass-Filled Nylon (PA 12) | 75-95 MPa | 2-5% | 173-180°C | Natural (Off-white) | High-stiffness parts, functional prototypes, industrial applications |
| Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) | 8-15 MPa | 200-300% | 50-80°C | Natural (Translucent), Black | Flexible parts, seals, gaskets, footwear, automotive components |
| Alumide (Aluminum-filled Nylon) | 48-53 MPa | 3-4% | 160-170°C | Grey | Rigid parts, prototypes, tooling, functional parts |
| Polypropylene (PP) | 22-27 MPa | 15-20% | 85-100°C | White | Light-weight parts, chemical-resistant components, living hinges, containers |
| Technology | Materials Cost | Price | Dimensional Accuracy | Strengths | Build Volume | Layer Thickness | Feature Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FDM Industrial | $$$ | $$ | +0.5% with a lower limit on ± 0.5 mm | Low cost, wide range of materials | 500 x 500 x 500 mm (19.68"x19.68"x19.68") | 100-300μm | 2.0 mm (0.0787”) |
| FDM Prototyping | $$ | $$ | +0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.012") | High level of repeatability, engineering grade material | 406 x 355 x 406 mm (15.98"x 13.97"x 15.98") | 100-330um | 2.0 mm (0.0787”) |
| SLA | $$ | $$$ | + 0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.012") | Smooth surface finish, fine feature details | 145 x 145 x 175 mm (5.7"x 5.7"x 6.8”) | 50-100um | 0.2 mm (0.00787”) |
| SLS | $$ | $$ | + 0.2% with a lower limit of ± 0.13 mm (± 0.005”) | Smooth surface finish, fine feature details, big print area | 500 x 500 x 500 mm (19.68"x 19.68"x 19.68") | 50-100μm | 0.2 mm (0.00787”) |
| MJF | $$ | $$ | +0.3% with a lower limit of ± 0.3 mm (± 0.012”) | Design flexibility, supports not required | 395 x 500 x 395 mm (15.53"x 19.68"x 15.53") | 100um | 0.5 mm (0.0196”) |
Enhance both the mechanical performance and visual appeal of your SLS 3D-printed components using these post-production solutions.
Gray color, smooth surface, without visible print layers, tiny powder texture
Achieves black dyeing through immersion in a warm-colored bath, penetrating surfaces to a depth of approximately 0.5 mm
Components undergo a tumbling process with ceramic chips to attain a polished finish reminiscent of injection-molded parts
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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)
| Feature | Recommended Size |
|---|---|
| Unsupported Walls | 1.0 mm (0.040 in) |
| Supported Walls | 0.8 mm (0.031 in) |
| Minimum Detail Size | 0.8 mm (0.031 in) |
| Minimum Hole Size | 1.0 mm (0.040 in) |
| Moving Parts | 0.5 mm (0.020 in) |
| Assembly Clearance | 0.4 mm (0.016 in) |
| Maximum Wall Thickness | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
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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:
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