- Print Technology
- SLS
- Characteristics
- Wear resistant, High Strength, Biocompatibility, Robust, UV Resistant
- Ultimate Tensile Strength
- 50.0 MPa
- Flexural Strength
- 66.0 MPa
- Notched Izod
- 32.0 J/m
- Elongation at Break
- 11.0 %
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
- 87.0 °C
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
- 171.0 °C
- Tensile Modulus
- 1850.0 MPa
- Flexural Modulus
- 1600.0 MPa
Nylon 12 Powder is a general purpose, versatile, and biocompatible material with high detail and great dimensional accuracy. As the go-to material for SLS 3D printing, it is ideal for both functional prototyping and end-use production of complex assemblies and durable parts with high environmental stability.
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
- Wear resistant, High Strength, Biocompatibility, Robust, UV Resistant
- Ultimate Tensile Strength
- 50.0 MPa
- Flexural Strength
- 66.0 MPa
- Notched Izod
- 32.0 J/m
- Elongation at Break
- 11.0 %
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
- 87.0 °C
- Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
- 171.0 °C
- Tensile Modulus
- 1850.0 MPa
- Flexural Modulus
- 1600.0 MPa
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
Nylon 12 Powder 10 kgPD-FS-P12G-10-01
Why Choose Nylon 12 Powder
With high tensile strength and environmental stability, Nylon 12 Powder is suitable for creating complex assemblies and durable parts with minimal water absorption.
* 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.
Versatile Prototyping
Nylon 12 Powder is a highly capable thermoplastic for a range of functional prototypes.
Dimensional Accuracy
Print highly detailed parts and complex assemblies with low creep.
Economical Refresh Rate
Get the most out of your material by printing with up to 70% recycled powder.
Environmental Stability
Nylon 12 Powder prints absorb very little moisture and are resistant to light, heat, and chemicals.
Applications*
Use Nylon 12 Powder for both functional prototyping and end-use production of complex assemblies and durable parts with high environmental stability.
* 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.
High performance prototyping
REEKON Tools printed this durable prototype for their measuring tool and avoided the need to injection mold 7 different parts for this assembly.
Permanent jigs, fixtures, and tooling
Previously machined from Delrin (POM), Eaton replaced electrical tester cups that are needed in high volumes with Nylon 12 Powder.
Low volume manufacturing
Parts printed in Nylon 12 Powder are strong and durable. Mosolf uses the material in a wide range of end-use parts for police vans and other special and emergency vehicles.
Biocompatible, sterilizable parts
Nylon 12 Powder is biocompatible, making it ideal for medical applications like orthotics and prosthetics.
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.
Material Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
|
Ultimate Tensile Strength |
50 MPa |
|
Tensile Modulus |
1850 MPa |
| Elongation at Break (X/Y) | 11% |
| Elongation at Break (Z) | 6% |
| Flexural Strength | 66 MPa |
|
Flexural Modulus |
1600 MPa |
|
Notched Izod |
32 J/m |
|
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa |
87 °C |
|
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa |
171 °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 a media blasting station is recommended. To learn more about post-processing SLS prints, download our workflow guide.
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