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FDM Nylon 12
FDM · PA12 · Black
FDM Nylon 12 is the 3D printing equivalent of the standard industrial PA12 (polyamide 12), with toughness and high impact strength without brittleness, suited to demanding applications.
33.4 MPa (XZ, Break)
Tensile Strength
1.51 GPa (XZ)
Tensile Modulus
30% (XZ, Break)
Elongation at Break
94.7°C XY
Heat Deflection Temperature
Finish and colour of the material as printed
Why choose FDM Nylon 12?Why this material
Excellent fatigue properties for applications with repeated flexing
Suited to snap-fits and press-fit inserts
A strong engineering thermoplastic with high impact resistance
Available with soluble support material (SR-110)
Technical propertiesVerified figures only
33.4 MPa (XZ, Break)
41.2 MPa (ZX, Break), F900 T16
Tensile Strength
1.51 GPa (XZ)
1.25 GPa (ZX)
Tensile Modulus
30% (XZ, Break)
6.5% (ZX, Break)
Elongation at Break
94.7°C XY
91.9°C XZ-ZX @66 psi · 84.3°C XY / 75.3°C XZ-ZX @264 psi, ASTM D648
Heat Deflection Temperature
1.01
(Specific Gravity, @23°C, ASTM D257)
Density
Black
Natural Color
Typical applicationsWhat it is used for
Snap-fits and closures
Press-fit inserts
Production tooling (jigs, fixtures)
Low-volume production
Prototypes for injection-moulded nylon 12 parts
Compatible printersSystems that run this material
Fortus 450mc
F900
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Technical Data Sheet
Download the Technical Data SheetMaterial characteristicsAppearance and classification
- Excellent fatigue resistance
- snap-fit capable
- tough engineering nylon
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