Impact resistant 3D printing
High impact resistant thermoplastic parts made using the SLS or FDM printing process.
SLS Impact resistant Materials
SLS is used for both prototyping and small-batch production of functional plastic parts with good mechanical properties.
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PA 12
Standard PA 12 has all-around great mechanical properties and chemical resistance and is ideal for functional parts and prototypes.
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PA 11 has higher impact resistance and is more flexible than standard Nylon (PA 12), but has lower hardness.
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HP's Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) can be used for both prototyping and small-batch-production of functional plastic parts.
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HP PA 12
HP PA 12 has excellent mechanical properties and chemical good resistance to chemicals. It is ideal for functional parts and prototypes.
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HP PA 11 has higher impact resistance and is more ductile than PA 12 and is best suited for parts with flexible features, such as snap fits and living hinges.
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Industrial FDM
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Stratasys ASA
ASA has good mechanical properties, similar to ABS, with improved UV stability and high chemical resistance. Commonly used for outdoor applications.
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FDM is the most widely available 3D printing process, mainly used for low-cost prototyping and design verification with very fast turn around times.
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Prototyping ASA
ASA has good mechanical properties, similar to ABS, with improved UV stability and high chemical resistance, but less defined details than PLA. Commonly used for outdoor applications.
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ABS (FDM) has good mechanical properties, with excellent impact strength, superior to PLA, but less defined details. Commonly used for enclosure prototypes.
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