PA11's pristine colour options, compliance with skin contact regulations, and impressive mechanical properties make it a versatile choice for rapid prototyping and production. The material's unique characteristics open up endless possibilities for innovative design solutions.
Through its innovative bio-based composition, Ultrasint PA11 stands out as a sustainable 3D printing material derived from Castor plants. We've found that this remarkable material combines environmental responsibility with exceptional performance characteristics, making it an ideal choice for advanced manufacturing applications.
When we examine Ultrasint PA11's material properties, we're impressed by its high toughness, ductility, and superior impact strength. These qualities make it particularly well-suited for demanding applications in automotive parts and custom orthopedic devices. We've also noted that its pristine white color provides an aesthetically pleasing finish that's beneficial across various industrial applications.
What sets this material apart is its impressive safety profile and environmental credentials. We can confirm it meets stringent skin contact regulations, which is essential for medical device manufacturing and patient-facing applications. Additionally, we're pleased to note that Ultrasint PA11's recyclability supports circular economy principles, allowing manufacturers to minimize waste while maintaining high performance standards. This combination of biocompatibility, durability, and sustainability makes it a forward-thinking choice for modern manufacturing needs.
Designing parts for Ultrasint PA11 requires careful attention to key specifications that assure peak performance. When we're creating components with this material, we need to maintain a minimum wall thickness of 0.8 mm to guarantee structural integrity. We can take advantage of the material's high toughness and ductility, making it perfect for parts that need to withstand impact and mechanical loads.
The build volume of 176 × 226 × 309 mm lets us produce substantial components in a single print run, and we're able to incorporate complex geometries including enclosed and interlocking designs. This flexibility opens up numerous possibilities for innovative product development through the SLS process. We'll want to take into account the material's clean white finish in our design process, especially when aesthetics play a vital role in the final application.
Through careful evaluation of these specifications, we can optimize our designs to fully utilize Ultrasint PA11's capabilities. Whether we're developing load-bearing components or creating intricate geometric structures, understanding these parameters helps us achieve the best possible results in our SLS printing projects.
Building upon our pricing considerations, rapid prototyping with Ultrasint PA11 opens new possibilities for swift product development. We've found that this technology notably reduces the time between initial concept and market-ready products, allowing teams to quickly iterate and test their designs. The SLS technology's capability to produce complex geometries means we're not limited by traditional manufacturing constraints.
When we're working with Ultrasint PA11, we can create prototypes with impressive detail, thanks to the material's ability to maintain structural integrity at wall thicknesses as low as 0.8 mm. This precision is essential for testing intricate components and ensuring they'll perform as intended. We'll help you streamline your project planning through our automated pricing system, which calculates costs instantly upon design upload. What's particularly valuable about Ultrasint PA11 is its exceptional toughness and impact strength, enabling us to create prototypes that can withstand demanding test conditions. Whether you're developing automotive parts or consumer products, we can help you create functional prototypes that accurately represent your final product's performance characteristics.
Building on these material properties, Ultrasint PA11 has proven its value in both medical and automotive manufacturing sectors. We've seen remarkable applications in custom orthopedic devices, where the material's compliance with skin contact regulations makes it an ideal choice for patient-specific solutions. The material's versatility allows us to create complex, interlocking designs that serve both industries effectively.
In the automotive sector, we're utilizing Ultrasint PA11's exceptional toughness and impact strength to produce durable interior components that can withstand significant mechanical loads. This durability guarantees longevity and reliable performance throughout a vehicle's lifecycle, making it a preferred choice for demanding automotive applications.
What's particularly significant is how Ultrasint PA11's bio-based composition from renewable sources, primarily derived from the Castor plant, supports sustainability initiatives in both industries. We're able to maintain high performance standards while contributing to environmental responsibility. This combination of mechanical properties and sustainable origins allows us to create parts that meet strict industry requirements without compromising on environmental impact, demonstrating why it's become a valuable material across these diverse applications.
The commitment to sustainability shines through in Ultrasint PA11's extensive recycling capabilities. We're seeing notable environmental advantages with this material, as used parts can be returned and recycled, creating a circular economy that reduces waste in 3D printing processes. This approach not only minimizes environmental impact but also promotes responsible material usage throughout the manufacturing cycle.
What sets Ultrasint PA11 apart is its bio-based composition, derived from renewable sources like the castor plant. We've found this to be a vital advantage over traditional nylon materials such as PA12, as it considerably reduces our reliance on non-renewable resources. By implementing PA11 recycling programs, we're enabling companies to strengthen their sustainability initiatives while lowering their carbon footprint. The material's recyclability means we're using fewer virgin materials in production, which creates a more sustainable manufacturing ecosystem. We can confidently say that Ultrasint PA11's recycling capabilities are helping transform the 3D printing industry, making it more environmentally responsible while maintaining high performance standards.
Maintaining Ultrasint PA11's exceptional quality requires detailed testing protocols that we've refined through extensive experience. We conduct rigorous testing of mechanical properties, focusing on toughness, ductility, and impact strength to guarantee each part meets demanding application requirements. Our quality control process includes extensive testing for skin contact regulations, making our products safe and compliant for medical applications like orthopedic devices.
Value (Dry) | Value (Cond) | Method | |
Tensile Strength | 52 MPa (X) / 54 MPa (Z) | 45 MPa (X) / 46 MPa (Z) | ISO 527-2 (23°C) |
Tensile Modulus | 1750 MPa (X) / 1800 MPa (Z) | 1100 MPa (X) / 1250MPa (Z) | ISO 527-2 (23°C) |
Elongation at Break | 28% (X) / 24% (Z) | 45% (X) / 31% (Z) | ISO 527-2 (23°C) |
Tensile Strength | 31 MPa (X) / 29 MPa (Z) | 28 MPa (X) / 26 MPa (Z) | ISO 527-2 (80°C) |
Tensile Modulus | 370 MPa (X) / 420 MPa (Z) | 300 MPa (X) / 360 MPa (Z) | ISO 527-2 (80°C) |
Elongation at Break | >150% (X) / 51% (Z) | >150% (X) / 54% (Z) | ISO 527-2 (80°C) |
Charpy Impact unnotched | 184 kJ/m² (X) / 85 kJ/m² (Z) | 198 kJ/m² (X) / 85 kJ/m² (Z) | ISO 179-1 |
HDT B (0.45 MPa, dry) | 176°C | 176°C | ISO 75-2 |
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