Overview
PA12 White (EOS PA2200 powder) is the classic SLS nylon: strong, stiff, chemically resistant and stable over the long term, regularly replacing injection-molded plastics in end-use parts.
It is biocompatible per EN ISO 10993-1 and approved for food contact (per EU 2002/72/EC, excluding high-alcohol foods), with a wide range of finishing options from dyeing to metallization.
Key Properties
Typical datasheet values; printed parts are anisotropic and XY-direction values are shown unless noted.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 50 ± 4 MPa |
| Tensile modulus | 2000 ± 200 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 11 ± 4 % (XY) / 4 ± 2 % (Z) |
| Sintered density | 1.02 g/cm³ |
| HDT @ 0.46 MPa | 177 °C |
| Melting point | 176 °C |
| Hardness | 75 Shore D |
Typical Applications
- End-use functional parts replacing injection molding
- Jigs, fixtures and housings
- Gears and bearings (low friction)
- Medical and prosthetic applications
Printing & Handling Notes
Surface texture is slightly rougher than MJF. Elongation drops in the Z direction — orient flexing features in-plane.
