SLS 3D Printing with Quickparts
The Ultimate Quick SLS Materials Guide
An overview of the mechanical and physical properties of SLS 3D printing resins run by Quickparts
Quickparts SLS 3D Printing Services offers high-precision Selective Laser Sintering technology, delivering intricate and durable functional parts and prototypes with rapid turnaround times.
This SLS materials overview provides you with brief details on the mechanical and physical properties of the SLS 3D printing resins available, and access to the relevant technical data sheets to enable you to make the transition from design to prototyping and then real-world applications seamlessly.
SLS Materials
Nylon 12 PA
A durable thermoplastic with balanced mechanical properties and fine-feature surface resolution. For real world functional testing and low to mid-volume production runs. Capable of meeting UPS Class VI.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
43 | 6237
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
180 | 356 (at 0.45MPa)
Elongation at Break
14%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
32 | 0.65
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
1586 | 230
Nylon 12 GF
A glass-filled engineering plastic with high stiffness for durable prototypes and low to mid –volume production parts that require elevated stiffness and heat resistance.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
27 | 3916
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
179 | 354 (at 0.45MPa)
Elongation at Break
1.4%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
41 | 0.8
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
4068 | 590
Nylon 11 EX (Natural)
Tough, impact-resistant natural colored DuraForm thermoplastic for prototypes and end-use parts requiring molded-part performance.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
48 | 6961
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
188 | 370 (at 0.45 MPa)
Elongation at Break
47%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
74 | 1.4
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
1517 | 220
Nylon 11 EX (Black)
Tough, impact-resistant black thermoplastic for prototypes and end-use parts requiring molded-part performance.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
48 | 6961
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
188 | 370 (at 0.45 MPa)
Elongation at Break
47%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
74 | 1.4
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
1517 | 220
Nylon 12 HST
A fiber-reinforced engineering plastic with excellent stiffness and high temperature resistance. Non-conductive and RF transparent. For testing and use in rugged environments.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
50 | 7200
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
184 | 363 (at 0.45 MPa)
Elongation at Break
4.5%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
37.4 | 0.7
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
5600 | 810
TPU Elastomer
Thermoplastic elastomer material with rubber-like flexibility and functionality. Durable with good tear resistance, surface finish and feature detail. Shore A hardness can be varied without changing material.
Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa | PSI)
2.1 | 305
Heat Deflection Temperature (˚C | ˚F)
N/A
Elongation at Break
200%
Impact Strength (Notched) (J/m | ft-lb/in)
N/A
Tensile Modulus (MPa | KSI)
5.3 | 770