Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an industrial 3D printing process ideal for manufacturing end-use parts.

What is Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)?

Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is a 3D printing process that uses a high-powered laser to fuse small particles of plastic, metal, ceramic, or glass powders into a three-dimensional object. The laser selectively sinters the powdered material layer by layer based on a 3D model. SLS is a versatile technology that can produce complex geometries and parts with high levels of detail and accuracy. It is particularly suited for creating functional parts, such as prototypes, end-use parts, and small-batch production runs. One of the benefits of SLS is that it can produce parts with good mechanical properties and durability, making it a popular choice in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical.

Requirements

Maximum Build Size

Standard Lead Time

Wall Thickness 

Dimensional Accuracy

Layer Height

Dimensional Accuracy

Specifications

356 x 356 x 400 mm

5 – 10 Business Days

Minimum 1 mm

± 0.2 mm

100um

± 0.2 mm

Application

SLS Materials

Nylon PA12

Nylon PA is a durable nylon 12 material used for real-world testing and functional end-use parts. This material has great surface finish and feature detail, low moisture absorbtion, and good chemical resistance. Nylon PA is also compliant with autoclave sterilization, making it a great choice for some medical applications.

Nylon PA GF

Nylon GF is a rigid glass-filled nylon 12 material used for real-world testing and functional end-use parts. This material has excellent mechanical stiffness, superior demensional stability, and nice surface finish. Nylon GF can also perform at elevated temperature environments making it a good choice for some thermal testing applications.