Choose materials based on what you need – PLA for prototypes, ABS and Nylon for industrial parts, and TPU for flexible components.
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FDM/FFF
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) use thermoplastic filament as the primary printing material. In this process, the filament is heated and extruded through a nozzle to build the object layer by layer from the bottom up.
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SLA/mSLA
Stereolithography (SLA) and masked SLA (mSLA) utilize liquid resin as the core material. These technologies cure the resin layer by layer using a laser (SLA) or UV light through an LCD mask (mSLA), producing high-resolution parts with smooth surface finishes.
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SLS
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) employs powdered materials. A laser selectively fuses the powder particles together layer by layer to form solid parts. This process requires no support structures, making it ideal for complex geometries.
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DMLS/SLM
Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) and Selective Laser Melting (SLM) are advanced metal 3D printing technologies that fuse fine metal powders using a high-powered laser. While slightly different in mechanism, both produce dense, high-strength metal parts with excellent precision and mechanical properties.
How to Choose 3D Printing Materials
Picking the right 3D printing material is key to ensuring the quality and success of your print. Depending on your project’s purpose, mechanical requirements, shape, and durability, you can select the best material. Here are some important factors to consider:
Intended Use
Mechanical Properties
Think about strength, hardness, heat resistance, and flexibility. For example, Nylon and Polycarbonate offer high durability, while TPU is great for flexibility.
Finish and Post-Processing
Some materials like PLA and resin give a smooth finish with little post-processing, while ABS and Nylon might need extra work.
Environment
Select materials that can handle chemicals, wear, or tough conditions like Inconel, Titanium, or ABS.
Cost and Availability
PLA and ABS are affordable and easy to find, whereas specialty metals like Titanium are more expensive.
Printing Technology
Make sure the material matches your 3D printing method – FDM uses filament, SLA uses resin, SLS uses powder, and DMLS/SLM works with metals.
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Comparison of Materials
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76 MPa |
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Blast Drying Oven: 50 °C, 8 h X1 Series Heatbed: 60 – 70 °C, 12 h |
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