Key Feature: Durability
Size: 2.2 x 5.0 in.
Key Feature: Flexibility
Size: 2.2 x 5 in.
PA 12 White vs. ULTRASINT® TPU01 Prosthetic Boot
Nylon PA 12
Nylon PA 12 is a highly versatile material ideal for medical applications due to its exceptional strength, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility. Leveraging Multi Jet Fusion technology, PA 12 offers precise, reliable, and durable solutions for creating medical devices and components. Its low moisture absorption make it an excellent solution for producing medical boots, ensuring both patient comfort and product longevity.
Medical Applications:
» Surgical Guides
» Medical Housings and Enclosures
» Dental Models and Molds
» Medical Boots, Braces, and Splints
» Prosthetics
Nylon PA 12 Properties
| Properties | Test Method | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | ASTM D638 | 48 MPa (XY), 48 MPa (Z) |
| Elongation at Break (%) | ASTM D638 | 20% (XY), 15% (Z) |
| Flexural strength (@ 5%, MPa) | ASTM D790 | 65 MPa (XY), 70 MPa (Z) |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (@ 0.45 MPa, 66 psi) | ASTM D648 Test Method A | 347°F (XY), 347°F (Z) |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (@ 1.82 MPa, 264 psi) | ASTM D648 Test Method A | 203°F (XY), 223°F (Z) |
| Particle size (μm) | ASTM D3451 | 60 μm |
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BASF ULTRASINT TPU
BASF ULTRASINT TPU is a highly flexible and durable thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) material. TPU offers superior elasticity and resistance to abrasion and wear. Utilizing Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology, TPU enables the creation of intricate, patient-specific medical devices and components with remarkable precision. Its biocompatibility and excellent mechanical properties ensure comfort and longevity, making it ideal for medical boots and other custom-fit solutions.
Medical Applications:
» Prosthetics
» Orthotics
» Tubing and Catheters
» Surgical Instruments
» Wearable Medical Devices
BASF TPU Properties
| Properties | Test Method | X-Direction | Y-Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | DIN 53504, S2 | 9 | 7 |
| Elongation at Break (%) | DIN 53504, S2 | 280 | 150 |
| Tear Resistance (kN/m) | DIN ISO 34 - 1, A | 20 | 16 |
| Flexural Modulus (kN/m) | DIN ISO 178 | 75 | 75 |
| Hardness Shore A | DIN ISO 7619 - 1 | 88 | 88 |
| UL Flammability | UL 94 | HB | HB |
| Melting Temperature (°F) | ISO 11357 (20 K/min) | 248 | 302 |
| Rebound Resilience [%] | DIN 53512 | 63 | 63 |
Resources
ULTRASINT® TPU01 Data Sheet
A complete technical guide on ULTRASINT® TPU01 from BASF.
Applications of PA12
Discover Nylon PA12 applications across a variety of industries with MJF 3D printing.
Applications of TPU Material
Discover the benefits and applications of TPU material in various industries.
Material Biocompatibility Guide
Explore the dimensional capabilities that can be achieved with MJF 3D printing with ULTRASINT® TPU01.
BASF X Janet Dickinson Interview
BASF AM Forward interview Janet Dickinson, COO of Endeavor 3D, about the journey to becoming the largest 3D printing contract manufacturers in the Southeast United States.