SLS PA12 at a glance

Made in Michigan

Printed on our own SLS machines in Livonia, Michigan, USA. PA12 parts are not brokered out.

Turnaround

Economy: 5 business days
Priority: 3 business days
Rush: 1 business day (orders of $50 or more)

Orders placed before 2:00 PM ET start production that business day.

Shipping is separate

Turnaround is production time. You pick UPS, FedEx or USPS at checkout, from ground to overnight. Ground reaches most Michigan addresses in about one business day.

How it is priced

From your own file, in seconds: the part's volume and the space it takes in the build, with discounts for quantity. No minimum order.

Example prices

Economy, Standard Gray, before shipping and tax, from our quote on October 13, 2026. Your price comes from your own file.

Part	Size	1 part	10 parts, each
L-bracket, 4 mm wall	60 x 40 x 30 mm	$7.91	$7.12
Open-top enclosure, 2 mm wall	100 x 60 x 30 mm	$19.42	$17.48

Rush example: 10 of the enclosure on Rush: $384.50 in total, shipping the next business day. Largest PA12 part: 160 x 160 x 295 mm. Bigger parts can be quoted in glass-filled PA12-GF, made by a production partner.

Material Overview

48 MPa

Tensile Strength

24%

Elongation at Break

±0.3mm

Typical Tolerance

165×165×300

Build Volume (mm)

About PA12 Nylon

PA12 (Polyamide 12), also known as Nylon 12, is a high-performance thermoplastic material ideal for Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing. It offers an exceptional balance of strength, flexibility, and durability, making it suitable for both functional prototypes and end-use parts.

Our PA12 parts are manufactured using industrial-grade SLS equipment with premium Nylon 12 Powder, ensuring consistent quality and reliable mechanical properties. The powder-bed fusion process eliminates the need for support structures, enabling complex geometries including moving assemblies, living hinges, and intricate details.

Available Technology: SLS (Selective Laser Sintering)

PA12 excels in applications requiring impact resistance, chemical resistance, and wear resistance. The material maintains its properties across a wide temperature range and can be easily post-processed for enhanced surface finish, including dyeing for color customization.

Key Advantages

No Support Structures

Powder acts as support, enabling complex geometries without support removal

High Strength-to-Weight Ratio

Strong yet lightweight, perfect for functional components

Chemical Resistant

Excellent resistance to oils, greases, aliphatic hydrocarbons, and bases

Biocompatible

Meets ISO 10993-1 and USP Class VI standards for skin contact

Living Hinges

Thin sections remain flexible, ideal for snap-fit assemblies and hinges

Excellent Surface Finish

Natural matte grey finish, can be dyed black for professional appearance

Watertight Parts

Parts can be made watertight with proper design and post-processing

ESD Protection Available

Can be post-processed for static-dissipative properties

Considerations & Limitations

Moisture Absorption: PA12 is hygroscopic and can absorb moisture from the air, which may affect dimensional stability in humid environments. Store parts in dry conditions.

UV Sensitivity: Prolonged exposure to UV light can cause yellowing and material degradation. Not recommended for outdoor applications without UV protection.

Surface Texture: Natural finish has a slightly porous, matte texture. Dyed parts show reduced porosity but may still have visible grain.

Temperature Limitations: Not suitable for continuous use above 80°C (176°F). Heat deflection temperature is 169°C at 0.45 MPa.

Part Orientation: Mechanical properties can vary slightly based on print orientation, particularly for thin-walled features.

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SLS PA12 Nylon 3D Printing