SLS 3D Printing Nylon PA 12 (White) - Material Guide

SLS.Market 3D Printing Services with Nylon PA 12 (White)

Our selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing services using Nylon PA 12 (white) produce high-density, bio-based thermoplastic parts. Nylon PA 12 / polyamide 12 is an exceptional material in the production of functional parts across industries. The material is both reliable and cost-efficient when sourcing 3D parts for complex assemblies, and for watertight applications without post-processing.

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Other common use cases include 3D printing parts for medical applications, or movable connections such as gears and hinges. This is in addition to the widespread use of Nylon PA 12 in industrial manufacturing processes. The plastic polyamide powder provides excellent mechanical properties for SLS 3D printing. It has high tensile strength, with abrasion & impact resistance – ideal for gears, bearings, bushings, conveyor components, and similar products.

SLS.Market 3D printing services provide customers direct access to the latest industrial SLS printing and finishing systems. These include the FORMIGA P 110 Velocis 3D printer by EOS, and the DyeMansion Powershot DUAL Performance. This cutting-edge blasting system combines with the high-volume capacity of EOS for the perfect finishing of products after printing.

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Primary Applications of Nylon PA 12

SLS printing using Nylon PA 12 is ideal for rapid prototyping, and the serial production of end-use consumer products. That includes the production of basic to complex geometries into parts with high functionality to meet technical and custom dimensions. At the same time, its biocompatibility enables the 3D printing of medical objects like 3D printed prostheses.

In comparison to other SLS 3D printing materials, Nylon PA 12 offers lower costs and quicker processes in general. 3D software makes it a simple process to adjust a 3D design to meet any complex or custom dimension requirements. In turn, 3D designs allow for instant estimation of cost per 3D printed part when using 3D printing cost calculators. Cost calculators are able to generate price quotes in comparison to other services, including shipping costs & delivery times.

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Material Properties of Nylon PA 12

The advantages of sourcing 3D parts of Nylon PA 12 white powder are numerous. 

• Nylon PA 12 is known for its strength & durability. The material creates high-density structures with remarkable tensile strength, ductility, and chemical resistance to greases, hydrocarbons, and alkalies.
• PA 12 offers both flexibility and stability. It is optimal for engineering functional prototypes, and highly durable parts with detailed and complex designs.‍
• Nylon provides longevity and reliability. This is due to the material’s resistance to UV light, heat, moisture, solvents, and temperature variations. Parts are thus able to withstand many diverse environments.

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Industry Use Cases of Nylon PA 12

Nylon PA 12 produces parts optimal for high-value products across industries, including the following primary examples.

• Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D Printing: Intricate & functional parts with basic to complex dimensions, able to retain properties at elevated temperatures during 3D printing
• Industrial Manufacturing: Functional and movable parts such as gears, bearings, bushings, conveyor components
• Rapid Prototyping: Product development, initial concept models through engineering, validation testing, rapid production
• Serial Production of End-Use Consumer Goods: Sporting goods, helmets, baseball bats, product reinforcement parts, tool handles, protective cases

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This is thanks to the high versatility and performance of the material, which makes it exceptionally popular for SLS printing. Nylon PA 12 is able to retain its properties and withstand elevated temperatures during the 3D printing process. Meanwhile, the material’s strength, resistance to chemicals, and electrical insulation among other properties support wide ranging use cases.

Other common products of Nylon polyamide 12 include the following.

• Oil, Gas, and Watertight Applications (Onshore and Offshore): Faucets, moldable pipes, tubing, connections
• Medical Applications: 3D printed prosthetics, orthotics, some medical devices & medical instruments that require cleaning and disinfection
• Automotive Products: Brake tubing, cable sheathing, fuel lines
• Aerospace & Military: Lightweight yet sturdy components, like fairings and internal structural parts of aircrafts‍
• Electrical & Electronics: Cable connections, cable insulation, wire harnesses

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Pricing of SLS Printing Nylon PA 12 (White)

Acquiring quotes for SLS printing parts of Nylon PA 12 white requires only uploading a 3D design to SLS.Market software. Algorithms are able to read the 3D file, and instantly determine cost per part according to multiple factors.

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In general, variables account for the size and production complexity of the 3D model. This includes the general volume, object size, and bounding box among other factors. Modifying the 3D file in any way (such as to adjust object dimensions) will change the cost per 3D printed part.

Meanwhile, SLS 3D printing quotes are available for instant review after uploading a design. Results display cost per 3D part, with estimates on production time, shipping costs, and expected delivery date. Note that shipping requirements can also have an effect on the overall price.

If the quote is suitable, processing of orders then occurs after checkout through a secure payment portal. The SLS.Market team will take over, discuss any technicalities, and begin the journey from design to print to product.

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Order SLS 3D Parts Ready for On-Delivery Assembly

Our SLS 3D printing services with Nylon PA 12 white include professional polishing, sandblasting, and finishing for high-value products. Customers source parts ready for assembly on delivery. At the same time, printing Nylon PA 12 offers high-performance parts with fast turnaround times at affordable costs.

To ensure excellence in production, SLS.Market takes advantage of an industrial FORMIGA quality 3D printer by EOS. The FORMIGA P 110 Velocis enables us to build prototypes and production parts with industry-leading precision, speed, and reliability. 

That is in addition to the perfect finishing of products using the DyeMansion Powershot DUAL. This state-of-the-art blasting system perfectly cleans and smooths surfaces. It is ideal for the finishing of functional, aesthetic, and high-value parts. Together, these industry-leading 3D printer and finishing technologies ensure consistent production and the same finish time-after-time for high-volume manufacturing.

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From Design to Print to Finished Product

Start building in 3D, from design to print to professionally finished product with SLS.Market. Our headquarters from central Europe in the Czech Republic offers SLS printing services using Nylon PA 12 to customers worldwide. Source high-performance parts from industry-leading SLS 3D printing and finishing technology, with instant cost and shipping quotes. Simply upload a 3D design to compare prices versus other manufacturers in your area and around the world. Additionally, our dedicated service & support team is here to help you build with confidence – around any budget, timeline, or expectations.

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