Nexa3D xPA12

Nexa3D xPA12 is a durable nylon plastic thatcan be used for a wide range of applications, both for prototyping and for end products. Printed using Quantum Laser Sintering (QLS), when thin, it’s flexible enough for hinges and springs and when thick, it’s strong enough for structural components.

Polymer Name: Polyamide 12 (PA 12)

Processing Methods: 3D Printing, Quantum Laser Sintering

End Uses: Hinges, Prototyping, Springs, Structural Parts

Features: Durable, Excellent Mechanical Strength, Flexible, Good Thermal Stability

Tensile Strength: 47.96818 - 47.96818 MPa

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    Typical applications of the material are fully functional parts with high end finish right from the process, which easily withstand high mechanical and thermal load.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Mechanical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Tensile Modulus247ksiASTM D638
    Hardness75Shore DASTM D2240
    Tensile Stength6962psiASTM D638
    Elongation at Break24%ASTM D638
    Flexural Modulus217ksiASTM D790
    Flexural Strength8412psiASTM D790
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Average Grain Size56µmISO 13320-11
    Average Grain Size2.2milLaser diffraction
    Density of Lasersintered Part0.93g/cm³Nexa3D Lab
    Density of Lasersintered Part58lb/ft³Nexa3D Lab
    Bulk Density0.45g/cm³EN ISO 60
    Thermal Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Vicat Softening Temperature B/50163°CEN ISO 306, ASTM D1525
    Vicat Softening Temperature A/50181°CEN ISO 306, ASTM D1525
    Melting Point172 - 180°CEN ISO 11357-1