SLS Nylon 3D Printing

Properties

• Laser-sintered nylon powder (PA12)
• No dedicated support structures
• Excellent mechanical durability
• Slightly grainy matte surface
• Great for interlocking and living hinges (with care)

Best applications

• End-use brackets and clips
• Ducting and complex internal channels
• Robotics and drone components
• Low-volume production nylon parts
• Assemblies with nested geometries

Cost

Premium vs FDM; competitive when complexity would otherwise need supports or multi-part assemblies. Get an FDM instant quote today while SLS comes online.

Lead time

Coming soon. FDM prints typically ship in about 7–10 business days.

Design guidelines

• Minimum wall ~0.8–1.0 mm
• Powder escape holes for hollow parts
• Gap ~0.3–0.5 mm for moving assemblies
• Avoid ultra-thin tall walls that can warp
• Uniform wall thickness improves consistency