MJF & SLS Nylon 3D Printing
Powder-bed nylon parts, no support marks
Multi Jet Fusion and Selective Laser Sintering build strong, isotropic nylon parts straight from powder. With no support structures, they handle complex geometries, functional assemblies, and small production runs that other processes cannot.
5 Nylons
Materials
None
Support Marks
Isotropic
Strength
Dye & Blast
Finishing
How It Works
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF)
Fuses nylon powder voxel by voxel for fine, consistent detail and excellent mechanical strength across all axes.
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
Uses a laser to sinter nylon powder layer by layer, producing durable parts with no support structures.
No Support Structures
Unfused powder supports the part during the build, so complex geometries and interlocking assemblies print in one go.
Isotropic Strength
Parts are strong in every direction, making them suitable for functional testing and end-use.
Nesting for Volume
Parts nest densely in the build chamber, keeping per-unit costs low for batches and short production runs.
Dyeing and Finishing
Bead blasting, dyeing and vapour smoothing produce clean, professional surfaces straight off the machine.
Materials
| Material | Properties | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Nylon PA12 | Strong, stiff, chemical resistant | Functional parts, enclosures, brackets |
| Nylon PA11 | Bio-based, higher ductility, impact resistant | Snap fits, living hinges, clips |
| Glass-Filled Nylon | Added stiffness and heat resistance | Load-bearing parts, jigs and fixtures |
| TPU | Flexible, rubber-like, abrasion resistant | Gaskets, grips, flexible housings |
| Alumide | Aluminium-filled nylon, metallic look | Tooling, decorative and stiff parts |
Applications
Why Choose Global3D
Perth Based
Local powder-bed printing means faster turnaround, in-person collaboration and no overseas shipping delays for your nylon parts.
Fast Turnaround
Dense nesting and batch builds let us produce single parts or short runs quickly, with typical lead times of a few business days.
Quality Control
Every build is inspected for dimensional accuracy and surface quality before it leaves our workshop.
Engineering Expertise
We advise on material choice, wall thickness and design for additive manufacturing to get the strongest, most cost-effective result.
Materials Access
A full range of production nylons including PA12, PA11, glass-filled grades and flexible TPU, ready to suit your application.
End to End In-House
From file preparation through printing, dyeing and finishing, the whole job stays under one roof for consistent results.
Capabilities and Specifications
| Capability | Detail |
|---|---|
| Technologies | Multi Jet Fusion and Selective Laser Sintering |
| Build Volume | Up to 380 x 284 x 380 mm per part |
| Layer Thickness | 0.08 to 0.12 mm depending on process |
| Typical Tolerance | Plus or minus 0.3 mm or 0.3 percent, whichever is greater |
| Minimum Wall | From 0.8 mm for structural features |
| Batch Sizes | 1 to several hundred parts per build |
| File Formats | STL, STEP, OBJ, 3MF and most common CAD exports |
| Materials | PA12, PA11, glass-filled nylon, alumide and TPU |
Finishing and Post-Processing
Bead Blasting
The standard finish, removing loose powder and leaving a uniform matte surface ready for use.
Dyeing
Parts can be bulk dyed to a deep, consistent colour, with black being the most common production choice.
Vapour Smoothing
A chemical smoothing process that seals the surface, improves cleanability and adds a subtle sheen.
Tumbling
Mechanical tumbling softens edges and evens out texture for parts that need a smoother feel.
Painting and Priming
For specific colours or a premium appearance, parts can be primed and painted to your specification.
Inserts and Assembly
We can add threaded inserts, fasteners and combine printed components into finished assemblies.
