PA12 Grey Glass Filled is a high-performance 3D printing material that combines polyamide 12 with glass fiber reinforcement, creating exceptionally durable parts through selective laser sintering (SLS). The material's enhanced wear resistance and chemical exposure protection make it ideal for demanding environments, while its efficient processing minimizes waste.
In the domain of selective laser sintering (SLS), we're seeing this material increasingly adopted for creating functional prototypes and load-bearing components. Its reduced shrinkage and high impact resistance make it an excellent choice for automotive parts, aerospace components, and industrial applications where durability can't be compromised.
When you're looking for exceptional mechanical performance in 3D printed parts, PA12 Grey Glass Filled stands out with its remarkable combination of features. We've found that its high tensile strength and enhanced stiffness make it an excellent choice for components that need to withstand significant loads, while the incorporated glass fibers provide superior dimensional stability during the cooling process.
What makes this material particularly valuable is its impressive resistance to both thermal stress and chemical exposure. We can confidently use it in harsh environments where other materials might fail, and it consistently maintains its mechanical properties under challenging conditions. In the automotive and aerospace sectors, we're seeing increased adoption of PA12 Grey Glass Filled due to its reliability and durability.
The material's enhanced wear resistance is especially beneficial for parts that experience frequent friction and abrasion, ensuring they'll maintain their functionality over extended periods of use. When we need to produce components that combine structural integrity with longevity, PA12 Grey Glass Filled delivers exceptional performance across all critical parameters.
Building on our technical specifications, PA12 Grey Glass Filled material shines across numerous industrial applications. We've seen this versatile material make significant impacts in multiple sectors, particularly in automotive manufacturing where it's extensively used for engine components that demand high strength and thermal resistance.
In the aerospace industry, we're witnessing widespread adoption of PA12 Glass Filled for creating both functional prototypes and end-use parts, where precision and durability are non-negotiable requirements. The construction sector has also embraced this material, utilizing its impressive heat distortion properties and stiffness for detailed structural applications.
When it comes to consumer goods and electronics, we've found that PA12's exceptional abrasion and wear resistance makes it the perfect choice for products that face challenging environmental conditions. The material's mechanical properties have proven invaluable in industrial manufacturing, where we regularly see it employed in load-bearing components. These diverse applications demonstrate why we consistently recommend PA12 Glass Filled as a go-to solution across industries where performance, durability, and reliability can't be compromised.
Successful designs with PA12 Grey Glass Filled material depend on following precise specifications that we've established through extensive testing and practical applications. We recommend maintaining a minimum wall thickness of 1.5 mm to guarantee your prints remain structurally stable throughout the manufacturing process. When you're creating detailed elements or text in your design, we've found that a 1 mm thickness is essential for maintaining clarity and precision in the final product.
For designs that include enclosed or interlocking components, we advise keeping a minimum spacing of 0.5 mm between parts to guarantee proper assembly and functionality. We print all PA12 Grey Glass Filled components at our standard layer thickness of 100 µm, which delivers the high precision and detail you need in your finished parts. To help optimize your material usage and reduce costs, we've implemented a hollowing optimization tool that you can use in your designs. This tool lets you minimize material consumption while maintaining the structural integrity of your components, making your projects more cost-effective without sacrificing quality or performance.
| Mechanical Properties | Conditions | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density of laser-sintered part | EOS-Method | kg/cm3 | 1220 |
| Tensile Modulus | DIN EN ISO 527 | MPa | 3200 |
| Tensile strength | DIN EN ISO 527 | MPa | 51 |
| Strain at break | DIN EN ISO 527 | % | 9 |
| Melting point | DIN 11357 | °C | 176 |
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