Nylon 3D printing

Nylon PA12

Top versatility and low cost: the best seller

PROS
1 to 10.000 units in 3 days
Good chemical resistance
Real injection molding competitor
Parts 100% solid and made without supports
UL-certified

CONS
Limitations in case of too massive components
Parts with large flat surfaces may warp

3D printing process: MJF
Tolerance: <100mm±0,30mm; >100mm±0,3%
Max size: 380 x 284 x 380 mm; 15 x 11.2 x 15 in
Lead time: <2 days

Nylon PA12 W

The best seller in white. Easier to color.

PROS
Very easy to paint in any color
Mechanical properties similar to PA12 classic
Parts 100% full and built without supports
Excellent chemical resistance

CONS
More expensive than classic PA12
Parts with large flat surfaces may warp
More porous surface, "orange peel" effect

3D printing process: MJF
Tolerance: <100mm±0,50mm; >100mm±0,5%
Max size: 380 x 284 x 380 mm; 15 x 11.2 x 15 in
Lead time: <2 days

NYLON PA11

More flexible with better impact resistance

PROS
More flexible than PA12
More impact resistant
Easy to recycle
Better to reproduce small details and low thicknesses

CONS
Larger tolerances respect to PA12
A little hygroscopic
More expensive than PA12

3D printing process: MJF
Tolerance: <100mm±0,50mm; >100mm±0,5%
Max size: 380 x 284 x 380 mm; 15 x 11.2 x 15 in
Lead time: <2 days