| What is Selective Laser Sintering?
Selective Laser Sintering is a rapid prototyping process which produces a physical, three-dimensional object from a 3D CAD file. An SLS machine uses a computer controlled laser to sinter (melt) a thermoplastic powder, layer by layer, to create a three dimensional part. |
| FINE NYLON
For SLS® parts requiring durability and fine detail.
- Chemical resistance.
- Excellent for living hinges.
- Snap-together parts.
- Heat Resistant.
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Mechanical Properties
| Measurement |
Test Method |
Value |
| Tensile Strength @Yield |
ASTM D638 |
5,200 MPa (36 psi) |
| Tensile Modulus |
ASTM D639 |
202,000 MPa (14,000 psi) |
| Tensile Elongation at Break |
ASTM D640 |
32% |
| Flexural Modulus |
ASTM D790 |
126,000 Mpa (870 psi) |
| Impact Strength – Notched Izod |
ASTM D256 |
70 J/m (1.3 ft-lb/in) |
| Impact Strength – Unnotched |
ASTM D257 |
1370 J/m (25.7 ft-lb/in) |
| GLASS FILLED NYLON
For SLS® parts requiring improved stiffness.
- Reinforced with glass beads.
- Improved heat resistance.
- Better chemical resistance
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Mechanical Properties
| Measurement |
Test Method |
Value |
| Tensile Strength @Yield |
ASTM D638 |
2,800 MPa (19.3 psi) |
| Flexural Modulus |
ASTM D790 |
413,000 MPa (2,847 psi) |
| Impact Strength – Notched Izod |
ASTM D256 |
53 J/m (1.0 ft-lb/in) |
| Impact Strength – Unnotched |
ASTM D257 |
443 J/m (8.3 ft-lb/in) |
| Shore D Hardness – @ 25° C |
ASTM D2240 |
66 |
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| Why Use Selective Laser Sintering?
SLS is very similar to the SLA (stereolithography) prototyping process. It’s best to use SLS, when complex shapes that closely resemble injection molded nylon parts are required.
A wide range of materials can be used to produce prototypes, including nylon and metals.
Large one-piece parts up to 27.6 inches long can be produced on dual-laser machines, when needed. Direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) of stainless steel and cobalt chrome is also available. |
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View SLS Process Video Below
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