- Print Technology
- SLS
- Characteristics
- Impact Resistant, Wear resistant, High Strength, UV Resistant
- Tensile Modulus
- 1600.0 MPa
- Flexural Modulus
- 1400.0 MPa
- Ultimate Tensile Strength
- 49.0 MPa
- Flexural Strength
- 55.0 MPa
- Notched Izod
- 71.0 J/m
- Elongation at Break
- 40.0 %
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
- 46.0 °C
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
- 182.0 °C
Nylon 11 Powder is a strong and highly ductile bio-based material. It is ideal for robust biocompatible parts, functional prototyping, and producing custom or low volume end-use parts that need to bend or take impact.
Choosing the Right SLS Powder
Certain SLS Powders may be better suited for your specific applications than others. Read this article for expectations and guidelines.
- Print Technology
- SLS
- Characteristics
- Impact Resistant, Wear resistant, High Strength, UV Resistant
- Tensile Modulus
- 1600.0 MPa
- Flexural Modulus
- 1400.0 MPa
- Ultimate Tensile Strength
- 49.0 MPa
- Flexural Strength
- 55.0 MPa
- Notched Izod
- 71.0 J/m
- Elongation at Break
- 40.0 %
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
- 46.0 °C
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
- 182.0 °C
Bulk Order Discount
- 20%
- 50 kg
- 25%
- 100 kg
- 30%
- 200 kg
- 35%
- 400 kg
- 40%
- 1,000 kg
- 45%
- 2,500 kg
- 55%
- 5,000 kg
Compatibility
- 3D Printer
- Fuse 1, Fuse 1+ 30W
Nylon 11 Powder 6 kgPD-FS-P11B-01
Why Choose Nylon 11 Powder
Nylon 11 Powder is a ductile, strong, flexible material for when durability and performance are key.
High Ductility
Print end-use parts that can handle wear and tear over time.
Thin Walls
Print enclosures, ducts, and other geometries with ease using Nylon 11 Powder.
Seamless Workflow
3D print in Nylon 11 Powder in-house without the hassle of other SLS 3D printers.
Environmental Stability
Nylon 11 Powder prints absorb very little moisture and are resistant to light, heat, and chemicals.
Applications*
Nylon 11 Powder parts can handle wear and tear over time. For higher performance functional prototyping and end-use products that can take an impact and keep going, choose Nylon 11 Powder.
* Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Impact-resistant prototypes, jigs, and fixtures
Nylon 11 Powder offers high robustness for impact-resistant, rugged prototyping or end-use parts.
Thin-walled ducts and enclosures
The housings, speaker shells, and headband of these headphones were printed with Nylon 11 Powder. Sintered nylon bends and returns to its original form, rather than fracturing suddenly.
Snaps, clips, and hinges
Selective laser sintered (SLS) Nylon 11 Powder is strong, flexible, lightweight, and stable, making it suitable for high-performance sporting equipment.
Orthotics and prosthetics
Nylon 11 Powder is ideal for orthotics and prosthetics, such as insoles, because it provides lightweight strength, flexibility, and excellent fatigue resistance for comfortable, durable, long-term use.
Material Properties*
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
|
Ultimate Tensile Strength |
49 MPa |
|
Tensile Modulus |
1.6 GPa |
|
Elongation at Break (X/Y) |
40% |
|
Flexural Strength |
55 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | 1.4 GPa |
| Notched Izod | 71 J/m |
| Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa | 46 °C |
| Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa | 182 °C |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | 189 °C |
Compare Printability of SLS Powders
| Nylon 12 (Recommended) |
Nylon 12 Tough | Nylon 12 White | Nylon 11 | Nylon 12 GF | Nylon 11 CF | TPU 90A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air/ Inert Recommendation | Air | Air | Nitrogen* | Nitrogen** | Air | Nitrogen | Air |
| Refresh Rate | 30% | 20% | 30% | 30% | 50% | 30% | 20% |
| Printer Compatibility | Fuse 1 Fuse 1+ 30W |
Fuse 1+ 30W | Fuse 1+ 30W | Fuse 1+ 30W | Fuse 1 Fuse 1+ 30W |
Fuse 1+ 30W | Fuse 1 Fuse 1+ 30W |
| Dimensional Accuracy | Best | Best | Good | Good | Best | Good | Fair |
| Surface Finish | Best | Good | Good | Good | Best | Good | Fair |
| Print Speed | Best | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good |
| Fine Feature Resolution | Best | Best | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good |
| High Aspect Ratio Parts | Best | Best | Best | Fair | Good | Good | Fair |
| Large Cross Section Parts | Good | Best | Good | Fair | Good | Good | Fair |
* Nylon 12 White Powder is recommended to print in nitrogen to maintain the most consistent white appearance. Printing in air has been correlated with yellowing of powder over time. Powder yellowing has little to no impact on the ability and efficacy of dyeing printed parts.
** Nylon 11 Powder is recommended to print in nitrogen environment. Printing in air is possible, but will compromise material properties and lead to powder degradation at a faster rate.
Post-Processing
Post-processing with the Fuse Sift powder recovery station and media blasting is necessary. To learn more about post-processing Fuse Series prints, download our workflow guide.
Bulk Powder Pricing for Your Lowest Cost Per Part
3D printing is now cost-effective even at higher volumes thanks to substantial volume discounts for our SLS Powders. Discounts start at 20% for customers purchasing 50 kg of powder in bulk and prices can reach as low as $45 per kilogram.
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