PA2210 is a specialized flame-retardant polyamide 12 material designed for SLS 3D printing that we've found offers exceptional fire resistance without toxic halogen emissions. With its Blue Card certification and thorough safety profile, PA2210 delivers reliable performance in demanding environments. Its unique properties and versatile applications make it an essential consideration for safety-conscious manufacturing projects.
Let's examine its remarkable properties that have revolutionized flame-retardant 3D printing solutions. We'll find that PA2210's most distinctive feature is its halogen-free composition, which greatly reduces toxic fume emissions during combustion, setting it apart from conventional materials.
When we look at PA2210's fire safety credentials, we see it achieves the prestigious UL-94 V-0 rating for components with wall thicknesses exceeding 3mm. This certification confirms the material's superior ability to resist and inhibit flame spread, making it considerably safer than standard Nylon PA12. We've found that PA2210's unique composition doesn't compromise its structural integrity, allowing us to create complex geometries and interlocking designs while maintaining robust fire safety properties.
These characteristics make it particularly valuable in high-risk applications across multiple sectors, including construction, electronics, and transportation. The material successfully balances safety requirements with design flexibility, offering us a reliable solution for applications where fire safety can't be compromised. Its optimization for these demanding sectors demonstrates PA2210's versatility as a cutting-edge 3D printing material.
PA2210's impressive material properties are backed by rigorous safety certifications and features that set new standards in flame-retardant 3D printing materials. We're particularly proud of its Blue Card certification, which validates the material's compliance with essential safety regulations for construction and various other applications.
What makes PA2210 stand out is its exceptional UL-94 V-0 rating for wall thicknesses exceeding 3mm, demonstrating its superior flame retardant capabilities. We've engineered this material to be completely halogen-free, which means it won't release toxic fumes during combustion - an essential safety feature that protects both users and the environment.
Successfully implementing SLS printing with PA2210 requires adherence to specific design guidelines that confirm ideal part quality and performance. We'll need to maintain a minimum wall thickness of 0.8mm throughout our designs to guarantee structural integrity, while carefully considering the layer thickness options available to us. For standard applications, we can work with 100-120µm layers, but when we need higher definition, we'll want to utilize the 60µm setting.
Today's manufacturing landscape has been transformed by PA2210's versatile applications across multiple industries. We're seeing this flame retardant material make significant impacts in construction, where it's extensively used to create fire-resistant electric panels that enhance safety and meet strict regulatory requirements.
In the electronics sector, we've found PA2210 to be particularly valuable for its ability to mitigate overheating risks and prevent fire hazards in various components. The material's halogen-free composition is vital, as it won't release toxic fumes if exposed to fire, making it safer for both manufacturers and end-users. Its UL-94 V-0 rating for wall thickness above 3mm demonstrates its reliability in high-risk applications.
The transportation industry has also embraced PA2210's capabilities, incorporating it into essential parts for trains, automobiles, and aircraft. We can observe how this material contributes to overall vehicle safety by reducing fire risks across different modes of transportation. These widespread applications showcase PA2210's versatility and its significant role in modern manufacturing processes where fire safety is paramount.
In accordance with industry standards, PA2210 delivers exceptional flame retardant performance while meeting rigorous technical requirements. We've achieved UL-94 V-0 certification for wall thicknesses above 3mm, making this halogen-free material ideal for applications requiring robust flame resistance.
When working with PA2210, we recommend adhering to specific dimensional guidelines to guarantee the best results. The material requires a minimum wall thickness of 0.8mm for structural integrity, and we print using layer thicknesses of 100-120µm for standard resolution or 60µm when high definition is needed. For detailed features, we maintain minimum sizes of 0.4mm for embossed elements and 0.5mm for engraved text to ensure clarity and readability.
Mechanical Properties | Conditions | Unit | Value |
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Density of laser-sintered part | EOS-Method | kg/cm3 | 1060 (dry) |
Tensile Modulus XY | DIN EN ISO 527 | MPa | 2500 (dry) / 2400 (cond) |
Tensile strength XY | DIN EN ISO 527 | MPa | 46 (dry) / 43 (cond) |
Strain at break XY | DIN EN ISO 527 | % | 4 (dry) / 6 (cond) |
Melting point | DIN 11357 | °C | 185 |
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