Nylon PA 12 S

PA 12 S Description

Endeavor 3D is the first contract manufacturer in the United States to offer Nylon PA 12 S, a high-performance polyamide material developed by Arkema. The unique particle formulation and non-reactive material makeup of Nylon PA 12 S deliver excellent dimensional stability, surface finish, and a high-reusability rate.

The material’s high powder reuse rate of up to 85% is achieved through precise thermal control and particle size distribution, which minimizes degradation during repeated print cycles. This advanced formulation not only contributes to lower variable costs per part but also supports efficient, large-scale production with consistent quality.

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Endeavor 3D Green and Blue globe printed with Nylon PA 12 S material and dyed

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PA 12 S Benefits

Variable cost per part reduction of 25%
Material reusability rate of 85%
Linear roughness improved by 70%
Minimizes waste with a 85% refresh rate
Ease of post-processing

PA 12 S Properties

Tensile strength (MPa): 45
Density ( g/cm³): .98
Elongation at break (%): 12 (XY) 6 (Z)
Impact Strength (kJ/m²): 3.2 (XY), 2.5 (Y)
Tolerance for Cpk= 1.33 (30-50mm): ±0.30 (XY), ±0.50 (Z)

PA 12 S Applications

Lighting
Aesthetic covers
Orthotics & prosthetics
Jigs & Fixtures
Volume prototyping
Dental molds

Powered by Multi Jet Fusion

Nylon PA 12 S leverages the advanced capabilities of Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing technology. MJF 3D printing offers unparalleled benefits for Nylon PA 12 S 3D printing including:

High Precision and Detail: MJF ensures excellent surface quality and intricate detailing, achieving layer thicknesses as fine as 80 microns and dimensional tolerances within ±0.012 in., ensuring high accuracy.

Fast Production Speed: MJF 3D printing can produce parts up to 10 x faster than SLS 3D printing, making it ideal for rapid manufacturing and serial production.

Consistent Quality: MJF provides consistent mechanical properties across builds with a repeatability of ±0.3%, ensuring reliable and repeatable results.

Efficient Material Usage: MJF 3D printing with PA 12 S material utilizes up to 80% of the material, significantly reducing waste and making it a cost-effective solution.

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