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Glass-Filled Nylon 12
3D Printing Services

Selective Laser Sintering Material
Lead Time
3 – 5 Days

Glass-Filled Nylon 12 Description

Glass-filled Nylon 12 is a thermoplastic material reinforced with glass beads known for its outstanding properties, making it a popular choice in various industries. The glass beads enhance the polymer’s stiffness and improve its mechanical properties, making it a durable and dependable material.

This material is highly resistant to wear and tear, making it an excellent choice for applications that require high durability and toughness. Its ability to withstand high temperatures without losing shape is another noteworthy feature that makes it a reliable option for use in high-temperature environments.

In addition, glass-filled Nylon 12 exhibits exceptional elongation at break, which means it can bend and stretch without breaking. This feature makes it suitable for applications requiring flexibility and resilience, such as automotive parts, electrical components, and consumer goods.

Overall, glass-filled Nylon 12 is a versatile and trustworthy material with excellent mechanical and thermal properties, making it an ideal choice for various applications.

List of 3D-Printed Glass-Filled Nylon Characteristics

  • Abrasion Resistant
  • High Detail/High Resolution
  • High Strength
  • Rigid
  • Temperature Resistant
  • Wear & Tear Resistant
  • White

List of 3D-Printed Glass-Filled Nylon 12 Applications

  • High-strength, lightweight structural components for aerospace and automotive industries
  • Durable, impact-resistant parts for industrial machinery and equipment
  • Custom tooling and fixtures for manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Prototypes and end-use parts for consumer products and electronics
  • Functional, wear-resistant components for medical devices and healthcare applications

List of Industries that use 3D-Printed Glass-Filled Nylon

  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Consumer Products
  • Electric
  • Industrial
  • Medical, Dental, & Sciences
Why should you choose Glass-Filled Nylon 12 for your project?

Glass-filled Nylon is strong, stiff, and impact-resistant, making it a great choice for demanding applications. It has excellent mechanical properties and is also stable against wear and tear and heat, ensuring that your final product is durable and reliable.

Finishes for selective laser sintered Glass-Filled Nylon 12.

Selective Laser Sintering is used to produce parts with this material and comes in several finishes that improve the look and function of your parts. Here are the standard finishes:

  • Smooth Matte: This finish has a subtle, non-reflective surface.
  • Dyed: Colors can change the appearance of the component.
  • Textured: This finish adds a patterned surface for better grip or visual appeal.

Glass-Filled Nylon Properties

Mechanical Properties XY
Tensile Strength
7,397 psi
Tensile Modulus
464 ksi
Tensile Elongation at Break
9%
Flexural Strength
10,588 psi
Flexural Modulus
421 ksi
Heat Deflection at 264 psi
205° F
Mechanical Properties XY
Tensile Strength
51 MPa
Tensile Modulus
3,200 MPa
Tensile Elongation at Break
9%
Flexural Strength
73 MPa
Flexural Modulus
2,900 MPa
Heat Deflection at 1.82 MPa
96° C

Resources

Material Manufacturer: EOS

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