MJF 3D Printing

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MJF PA12 Standard series production

Vad är MJF?

Mult jet fusion (MJF) är en 3D-printingprocess som är framtagen av HP. Denna process är ideal för tillverkning av slutprodukter, prototyper designmodeller och komplexa geometrier i höga och låga antal och är mycket vanlig för 3D-printing inom industri och mekanik. Detaljerna skrivs ut genom att ett bindemedel appliceras på ett tunt lager plastpulver som sedan sintras med hjälp av ett värmeelement. Detta resulterar i gråa eller vita detaljer med isotropa materialegenskaper och en grynig ytstruktur som går att färga in i svart, grå och olika färger. Slutresultatet från MJF är mycket likt SLS Printing and both of these processes share the benefits of being able to cost-effectively scale up volume manufacturing. If the complexity of the details is low and volume manufacturing is not of interest, you should also investigate FDM Printing. With MJF always produces parts with 100% infill, i.e. completely solid, and it is not possible to adjust it like in an FDM printer. For thick geometries you need to modify the model so that it has a wall thickness of 3 mm, is empty inside and has one or more holes to empty the powder from the void. Loose powder is removed to the best of our ability using compressed air and blasting, but some powder may remain, especially in certain tight spaces.  

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Process dataValue
Standard tolerance± 0.3% (minimum limit ±0.3 mm)
Layer thickness0.08 mm
Minimum wall thickness0.8 mm
Minimal detail0.8 mm
Largest component size380x380x280 mm (Nylon 12 standard)

*the above data depends on the choice of material.

Material för 3D-printing med MJF

MJF PA12-FR
Halogenfri och UL94-V0-certifierad — PA12-FR kombinerar de välkända mekaniska egenskaperna hos PA12 med dokumenterad flamsäkerhet för krävande miljöer. Detaljer i PA12-FR tål temperaturer upp till 172 °C och tillverkas effektivt med en refresh rate på 60 % via MJF. Passar för elektriska höljen, industriell automation och applikationer med UL-certifieringskrav.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - Flamsäkert (UL94-V0) - Chemical resistant - Food authorised - Snap-fits - Heat resistant

Colours

MJF PA12S Smooth
Materialet som ger en mycket slät och matt yta och med materialegenskaper som passar för slutprodukter, designmodeller och serietillverkning! Detta kan ses som en blandning mellan PA12 Standard och PA12S Extra Smooth. För tillverkning i PA12S Smooth används ett finkornigare pulver än för PA12 Standard vilket ger en slätare yta men inte lika blank som PA12S Extra Smooth.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant - Very smooth surfaces - Snap-fits

Colours

MJF PA12S Extra Smooth
The perfect choice for end products with high surface finish and high strength requirements! The treated surface also means that the details do not fade in UV in the same way as other alternatives and that they are easy to keep clean. PA12S Exra Smooth is suitable for both small-lot production and the production of larger series.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant - Very smooth surfaces - Snap-fits - Water resistant

Colours

MJF PA12 Standard Economy
Billigare än PA12 Standard men nästan lika bra! PA12 Standard Economy är samma material som PA12 Standard men snabbare tillverkningshastighet och lite andra printerinställningar gör att PA12 Standard Economy får något sämre materialegenskaper än PA12 Standard men till ett lägre pris. Detta material passar utmärkt till slutprodukter, för serietillverkning och prototyper.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - Chemical resistant

Colours

MJF PA12-GB
Nylon PA12 with 40% glass reinforcement for the slightly more demanding applications! Very similar to MJF-manufactured PA12 in appearance and properties but PA12-GB can withstand higher temperatures, is stiffer and harder. The glass reinforcement also makes PA12-GB have better resistance to wear and is an excellent choice for, among other things, plain bearings and wear parts. Can be dyed black or anthracite gray.

Characteristics

Chemical resistant - Durable - Rigid

Colours

MJF PA11
Vegetable origin and very low environmental impact! PA11 shares most of the advantages of PA12 but is more flexible, impact resistant and has a lower environmental impact. This material is ideal for projects where the environment is the focus, where you want a durable material that is also cost-effective to mass produce. We offer coloring of PA11 in black or anthracite gray.

Characteristics

Bio-based - Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant - Snap-fits - Resistant to ironing

Colours

MJF TPU 90A
TPU 90A has enormous wear resistance and durability, is relatively soft and is very reminiscent of the feel of the rubber used in car tires. Thanks to manufacturing with the MJF process, very high complexity is allowed, and the surfaces get a grainy, stylish texture with hidden layer lines. TPU 90A is very resistant to water and UV but is weak against chemicals.

Characteristics

Rubbery - Durable - Resistant to ironing - Outdoors - UV-resistant - Water resistant

Colours

MJF PP
Polypropylene (PP) is one of the most widely used materials globally, well known for its desirable properties of strength, light weight and ability to withstand many aggressive chemicals. This material is impact resistant compared to many other plastics and is the material best suited for snap-fits and hinges.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant - Snap-fits - Resistant to ironing - Water resistant

Colours

MJF PA12 White
PA12 White är till för de tillfällen då man vill ha vita eller infärgade detaljer tillverkade med MJF. Eftersom materialet är vitt så går det att färga in i röd, grön, blå och gul. Den vita nyansen är lite åt det gråa hållet och om ännu vitare önskas så är ofta PA12 med SLS ett bättre och billigare alternativ.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant

Colours

MJF PA12 Standard
Our most popular material! This affordable option has a very good balance between quality, strength and price. PA12 Standard is ideal for series production, small batch production, end products and prototypes. If you want a different look than the grainy gray that PA12 Standard has as-printed, it can be dyed black or anthracite gray for a very stylish look.

Characteristics

Biocompatible - High strength - Chemical resistant - Snap-fits - Resistant to ironing

Colours

Materials for MJF Printing

Nylon PA12 Standard

PA12 Standard is what our customers order the most. It is suitable for most purposes when it comes to functional prototypes, design models and mass production. The material is dark grey, which when dyed in black or gray gives a nice appearance with desirable surface properties in the form of scratch resistance. Compared to white SLS-manufactured PA12 which is dyed black, scratches in MJF-manufactured PA12 become dark gray instead of white.

  • Fine grainy surface finish
  • Dimensionally stable
  • PA12 Standard is gritty gray unless dyed black or gray
  • Works well for most purposes and also mass production of end products
 
MJF PA12 Standard

PA12 Standard untreated

MJF PA12 Black and Satin Grey

PA12 Standard incolored black and gray

Material data Unit Value
Tensile strength (x/y/z) MPa 48/48/48
E-module (x/y/z) MPa 1700/1700/1800
Flexural strength MPa 40
Flexural modulus MPa 1600
Charpy impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 52 ± 2
Charpy notched impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 4.5 ± 0.1
Elongation at break (x/y/z) % 20/20/15 (± 2)
Shore D Hardness – 74 ± 2
Density g/dm³ 1010
Heat resistance temperature (1.82 MPa) °C 95

Nylon PA12 White (+colors)

Like PA12 Standard, PA12 White is suitable for most purposes when it comes to functional prototypes, design models and series production. The only difference to PA12 Standard is that PA12 White is white, which makes it possible to dye it in different colors. PA12 White is off-white and can be perceived as a little gray. Check out PA12 for SLS for an even whiter impression.

  • Available in white, yellow, green, red and blue
  • Fine grainy surface finish
  • Dimensionally stable
  • Works well for most purposes and also mass production of end products
 
MJF PA12 White 3d printad modell

PA12 White untreated

3d printing models

PA12 White dyed red, blue, green and yellow

Material data Unit Value
Tensile strength (x/y/z) MPa 48/48/48
E-module (x/y/z) MPa 1700/1700/1800
Flexural strength MPa 40
Flexural modulus MPa 1600
Charpy impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 52 ± 2
Charpy notched impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 4.5 ± 0.1
Elongation at break (x/y/z) % 20/20/15 (± 2)
Shore D Hardness – 74 ± 2
Density g/dm³ 1010
Heat resistance temperature (1.82 MPa) °C 95

Polypropylene PP

Polypropylene (PP), also known as polypropylene, is one of the most widely used polymers globally, acclaimed for its outstanding performance, surprisingly lightweight nature and ability to withstand the most aggressive chemical agents. Its prevalence across various industries serves as proof of its versatility and the exceptional mechanical and chemical properties that distinguish it. This polymer has established itself as a fundamental pillar in a wide variety of industrial sectors, thanks to its outstanding resistance to mechanical loads and chemical corrosion, making it a material of choice for many applications.

  • Durable and chemically resistant
  • Seemed more durable than PA12
  • Perfect for demanding applications
  • Good for mass production of end products
  • Risk of skew and lower resolution is PA12
 
Picture of 3d printed MJF

PP untreated

Material data Unit Value
Tensile strength (x/y/z) MPa 48/48/48
E-module (x/y/z) MPa 1700/1700/1800
Flexural strength MPa 40
Flexural modulus MPa 1600
Charpy impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 52 ± 2
Charpy notched impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 4.5 ± 0.1
Elongation at break (x/y/z) % 20/20/15 (± 2)
Shore D Hardness – 74 ± 2
Density g/dm³ 1010
Heat resistance temperature (1.82 MPa) °C 95

Nylon PA12 Standard Economy

PA12 Standard Economy: PA12 Standard is also available as PA12 Standard Economy, which is the same material as PA12 Standard, but the printer settings are slightly different, which results in faster and cheaper prints but with slightly lower strength. PA12 Standard Economy is very well suited for prototypes, design models and even series production and, like PA12 Sandard, can be colored in black or grey.

  • Cheaper but lower strength than PA12 Standard
  • Fine grainy surface finish
  • Can be dyed in gray or black
  • Works well for most purposes and also mass production of end products
 
 
MJF PA12 Standard Economy

PA12 Standard Economy untreated

MJF PA12 Black and Satin Grey

PA12 Standard Economy incolored black and gray

TPU 90A

TPU 90A is a thermoplastic elastomer based on polyurethane and is a thermoplastic variant of polyurethane rubber. TPU 90A is very reminiscent of the softness and form strength of car tires. This material is perfect for prototypes of rubber parts or functional components where high demands are placed on abrasion resistance, wear resistance and elasticity.

  • Allows for high complexity
  • Rubbery and durable
  • Functional prototypes and final products
  • Can be dyed black
MJF TPU

TPU untreated

MJF TPU Black

TPU colored black

Material dataUnitValue
Tensile strengthMPa8
E-moduleMPa80
Flexural modulusMPa75
Izod impact strength (notched 23°C)kJ/m²no crime
Izod impact strength (notched -10°C)kJ/m²45
Elongation at break%200
Fatigue 100k cycles -10°C (ASTM D1052 methode A) No cracking
Shore A Hardness–88
Densityg/dm³1100
Melting temperature°C120-150

Values above are approximate and actual values may vary.

Nylon PA11

PA11 is a bio-based that is generally better than PA12 with higher strength, impact resistance and ductility. PA11 is suitable for slightly more demanding applications in small-piece manufacturing, contract manufacturing and series manufacturing. The material is dark grey, which when dyed in black gives a nice look and a more durable surface. Compared to PA12, PA11 is a bit more expensive.

  • Bio-based
  • Stronger than PA12
  • Perfect for demanding applications
  • Can be dyed gray or black
  • Good for mass production of end products
 
MJF PA11

PA11 untreated

MJF PA11 Black and Satin Grey

PA11 incolored black and gray

Material data Unit Value
Tensile strength (x/y/z) MPa 48/48/48
E-module (x/y/z) MPa 1700/1700/1800
Flexural strength MPa 40
Flexural modulus MPa 1600
Charpy impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 52 ± 2
Charpy notched impact test (23°C) kJ/m² 4.5 ± 0.1
Elongation at break (x/y/z) % 20/20/15 (± 2)
Shore D Hardness – 74 ± 2
Density g/dm³ 1010
Heat resistance temperature (1.82 MPa) °C 95

Nylon PA12-GB (glass reinforced)

PA12-GB is glass-reinforced PA12 and is developed for applications that require higher stiffness than standard PA12 offers. PA12-GB is perfect for rigid fixtures, tools and enclosures. The material is dark gray which can be dyed into black or grey.

  • Stiffer and harder than PA12 Standard
  • Perfect for fixtures and tools
  • Can be dyed black or grey
  • Works well for most purposes and also mass production of end products
 
3D printed with the material MJF PA12-GB

PA12-GB untreated

Printing with MJF OA12

PA12-GB incolored black and gray

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