Formlabs Fuse Series SLS Materials
SLS Powders
Production-Ready Materials for the Fuse 1 generation printers.
Balancing strength and detail, our powders for selective laser sintering (SLS) are highly capable materials for both functional prototyping and end-use production of complex assemblies and durable parts with high environmental stability.
Nylon 12 Powder
A Material That Does It All
Balancing strength and detail, Nylon 12 Powder is a highly capable material for both functional prototyping and end-use production of complex assemblies and durable parts with high environmental stability. Our Nylon 12 Powder is specifically developed for use on the Fuse 1.
- TENSILE STRENGTH: 50MPa
- ELONGATION AT BREAK (X/Y): 11%
- REFRESH RATE: 30%
Nylon 12 Powder is ideal for:
- High performance prototyping
- Small batch manufacturing
- Permanent jigs, fixtures, and tooling
- Biocompatible, sterilisable parts*
* Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Nylon 11 CF Powder
Carbon Fiber SLS, for Strong and Lightweight Parts
Get the best of nylon and carbon fiber with this highly stable, high-performance material, perfect for end-use applications that require both high stiffness and superior strength. Choose Nylon 11 CF Powder to produce lightweight rigid parts that can withstand repeated impact.
- TENSILE STRENGTH (X): 69 MPa
- MODULOUS (X): 5300 MPa
- REFRESH RATE (INERT GAS): 30%
Nylon 11 CF Powder is ideal for:
- Replacement and spare alternatives for metal parts
- Tooling, jigs, fixtures
- High-impact equipment
- Functional composite prototypes
Note: Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Note: Nylon 11 CF powder can act as an irritant of skin and mucosal membranes.
Nylon 12 GF Powder
Stiff, Stable, Functional Parts
A glass-filled material with enhanced stiffness and thermal stability for demanding industrial environments. Choose Nylon 12 GF Powder to produce stiff functional prototypes or end-use parts for applications where structural rigidity and thermal stability are critical.
- TENSILE MODULOUS: 2800 MPa
- HEAT DEFLECTION TEMP @ 1.8 MPA: 113°C
- REFRESH RATE: 30-50%
Nylon 12 GF Powder is ideal for:
- Robust jigs and fixtures and replacement parts
- Parts undergoing sustained loading
- Threads and sockets
- Parts subjected to elevated temperatures
Note: Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Nylon 11 Powder
High Performance, High Impact
For highly ductile, robust parts, Nylon 11 Powder is our higher performance nylon material for functional prototyping and small batch production. Compared to Nylon 12 Powder, our Nylon 11 Powder is more flexible, less brittle, and better at printing thin walls.
- TENSILE STRENGTH: 49 MPa
- ELONGATION AT BREAK (X/Y): 40%
- REFRESH RATE: 50%
Nylon 11 Powder is ideal for:
- Impact-resistant prototypes, jigs, and fixtures
- Thin-walled ducts and enclosures
- Snaps, clips, and hinges
- Orthotics and prosthetics*
*Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
TPU 90A Powder
A Tough SLS Elastomer for Resilient, Skin-Safe Products
Create flexible TPU parts with unmatched design freedom and ease. Balancing high elongation at break and superior tear strength, TPU 90A Powder enables you to 3D print flexible, skin-safe prototypes and end-use parts that withstand the demands of everyday use – all at a low cost per part thanks to a 20% refresh rate.
- TEAR STRENGTH (X/Y): 66kN/m
- ELONGATION AT BREAK (X/Y): 310%
- REFRESH RATE: 20%
TPU 90A Powder is ideal for:
- Wearables and soft-touch elements
- Padding, dampers, cushions, and grippers
- Gaskets, seals, masks, belts, plugs, and tubes
- Soles, splints, orthotics, and prosthetics
*Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Polypropylene Powder
Ductile, Lightweight, and Chemically Resistant
Leverage genuine polypropylene to produce works-like prototypes and durable end-use parts that are chemically resistant, weldable, and watertight. Polypropylene Powder offers high ductility, allowing for repeated bending and flexing while ensuring durability, without the need for inert atmospheric control.
- ULTIMATE TENSILE STRENGTH: 29MPa
- ELONGATION AT BREAK: 34%
- TENSILE MODULUS: 1640MPa
Polypropylene Powder is ideal for:
- Watertight housings, cases, packaging prototypes
- Orthotics and prosthetics
- Automotive interior components
- Strong and chemically resistant fixtures, tools, and jigs
*Material properties may vary based on part design and manufacturing practices. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to validate the suitability of the printed parts for the intended use.
Make the most of your material with simple, efficient powder recycling.
What is refresh rate?
The ability of an SLS 3D printer to print with a mix of new and recycled powder. The powder refresh rate is the minimum ratio of fresh powder required to print.
30% (Refresh Rate) -> 70% (Recycled Powder)
How it works
Just set the desired refresh rate on the touchscreen and the Fuse Sift powder recovery station will automatically mix and dose powder to be reused in future prints.
“In automotive, it is important that you deliver the highest possible quality at the best price possible. At the moment, anything under 10,000 parts per year could be printed in SLS. With the Fuse 1, we have a very capable product, at a very competitive price.”
Christian Kleylein, Technologist for AM Polymer Series Manufacturing, Brose
