SLS - Selective Laser Sintering
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is a rapid prototyping technique that allows the construction of parts through powder sintering layer-by-layer. There are no dimensional limits since the part is cut before production and bonded in a post-production phase with bicomponent adhesives. Maximum dimensions of a monolithic prototype are 350x330x420 mm.
Ideal applications
Technical Specifications
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Fully-functional parts with similar mechanical properties to injection mould ones
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High-dimension prototypes (no limits) and complex geometries
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Small pre-series production in replacement to moulds
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Design-complex prototypes with honeycomb and organic structures
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Standard tolerance: +/- 0.3 mm
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Layer thickness: 0.12 mm
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Minimum wall thickness: 0.8 mm PA12-based materials and 0.5 mm for TPU. However, it is possible to reproduce edges and living hinges according to par geometry and orientation.
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Finishing and treatments: sandblasting, polishing, embossing, impregnation, metal coatings etc…
