Laser Sintering Powders Target Rapid Manufacturing

RP Support has introduced a range of laser sintering performance powders for a range of processing and rapid manufacturing applications. The materials, for exclusive distribution into the UK and Ireland, will be supplied through a newly formed partnership with Advanced Laser Materials (ALM). The high lifecycle of the products is said to reduce waste, while the high stability of the polymer blends ensures the consistent quality and properties required for rapid manufacturing.

PA 650 is an easy-to-process Nylon12, with optimised dry powder flow, which can be run as a drop-in replacement for other PA12 sintering powders, providing improved part detail and surface finish. PA 615-GS is a highly glass-sphere-filled material for higher dimensional stability, stiffness and temperature resistance compared with unfilled PA. Against comparable materials this powder is more recyclable and produces a better part surface finish. PA 601-CF is a carbon-fibre-filled Nylon12 powder with very low density, good dimensional stability, very high tensile modulus and heat deflection temperature.

FR 106 is a fire retarded Nylon11 material that meets the flammability requirements of BMS8-401, type 1, class A, grade 60 for parts requiring superior mechanical properties coupled with high levels of fire retardancy. PA 640-GSL is a newly developed, lightweight Nylon12 material that has superior strength-to-weight properties. It is ideal for lightweight applications requiring a combination of strength and aesthetics.

Other materials in the range include TPE 210-S, a flexible thermoplastic elastomer for rubber-like parts, PA D80-ST, a colour-stabilised Nylon11 that is also stabilised to prevent thermal degradation, and PA 250, a Nylon12 powder engineered for excellent mechanical properties, part definition and surface finish. It is also stabilised against thermal degradation, resulting in little or no scrap material, with typical virgin refresh rates from 15-25 per cent. All materials are delivered in 10kg or 15kg pack sizes and will be available from stock held within the UK from quarter four 2010.

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