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DuraForm PA (SLS)3D Parts Service
Material Overview
DuraForm PA (SLS) is the most versatile SLS 3D printing material available from 3D Systems. It is a durable thermoplastic with balanced mechanical properties and fine-feature sureface resolution. DuraForm PA is ideal for real world functional testing and low to mid-volume production runs.
Common Applications
Prototypes that require good durability and strength, low to mid volume direct manufacturing of end-use parts and medical parts that require USP Class VI compliance or must be sterilized
Key Material Properties
Tough and Durable
Good chemical resistance and low moisture absorption
Compliant with USP Class-VI testing
Flexural Strength (MPA) 43
Elongation at Break % 14
HDT at 0.4555 MPA 180°C
Maximum Part Size 762 x 508 x 508 mm (30 x 20 x 20 in)
Layer Thickness Options - Normal Resolution is 0.004"
What part file formats are supported?
stl, stp, step, obj and wrl
What is the 3D printing process for this material?
SLS uses a high-powered C02 laser to fuse small particles of powdered material to create 3 dimensional parts. The laser selectively fuses powdered material by scanning X&Y cross-sections on the surface of a powder bed. The model is built one layer at a time from supplied 3D CAD data. SLS produces complex geometries, for low-volume parts that would typically require assembly using traditional manufacturing methods.
Will there be support scarring on this part?
SLS 3D printing technology does not require attached supports. The unused DuraForm PA material is self supporting, meaning no attached supports are required and no support scarring is left on the part.
How long will it take before I receive my part in this material?
Production times vary depending on machine availability, but generally DuraForm PA (SLS) 3D parts are printed and shipped within 3-5 business days.
What is the minimum recommended feature size for this 3D printing technology?
The minimum recommended feature size is 0.030"
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