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Zortrax Z-NYLON

Z-NYLON is a versatile and strong 3D printing filament resistant to high temperatures and various chemicals. It can be post-processed with tools meant for machining metals. Z-NYLON is hard to break and easy to paint as it can be colored with commonly used, acid-based clothing dyes. The filament quickly absorbs moisture and should be stored in a water-proof bag with a moisture absorber. As all nylon-based materials, Z-NYLON has a relatively high shrinkage so it is not advisable to use it for 3D printing large geometric shapes with steep slopes. To reduce the shrinkage, it is recommended to work with HEPA Cover attached on the M Series Plus 3D printers.

Polymer Name: Polyamide 12 (PA 12)

Processing Methods: 3D Printing

End Uses: Gears, Living Hinges, Machine/Mechanical Parts, Prototyping, Tooling

Flexural Modulus: 781.01 - 781.01 MPa

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Features
  • A vise. 

A fully functional vise 3D printed with Z-NYLON.

  • Durability

Z-NYLON is very strong. It can be post-processed with tools meant for machining metal.

  • Chemical resistance

Z-NYLON is resistant to a wide range of chemicals including light alkalis and acids.

  • Ease of dyeing

Models 3D printed with Z-NYLON can be easily colored with dyes commonly used for clothing.

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications
  • Tools
  • Hinges
  • Buckles
  • Gears
  • Functional prototypes
  • Mechanical parts

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength33.22MPaISO 527:1998
Breaking Stress29.81MPaISO 527:1998
Elongation (Max Tensile Stress)9.17%ISO 527:1998
Elongation (Break)23.62%ISO 527:1998
Bending Stress38.3MPaISO 178:2011
Flexural Modulus781.01GPaISO 178:2011
Izod Impact (Notched)12.81kJ/m2ISO 180:2004
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Point172.81°CISO 11357-3:2014
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Flow Rate (Load 5.00 kg Temperature 235°C)9.23g/10 minISO 1133:2006
Hardness62Shore DISO 868:1998
Specific Density1.027g/cm³ISO 1183-3:2003

Packaging & Availability

Available Colours
  • Natural
  • Black