Windform LX 3.0
Class of Material
Glass fiber filled composite material polyamide based
Technology
Selective Laser Sintering
FEATURES
Electrical insulation materialExcellent surface finish in its sintered stateSimilar resistance to impact at room and low temperatureSkin contact approved
KEY VALUES
Density (20° C) 1,324 g/ccHDT (1.82 Mpa) 175,9° CTensile Strength 60,42 MpaComparative Tracking Index 600After manual finishing 3,2 Ra μm
APPLICATIONS
Boxes, containers of electrical and electronic componentsComplex parts and assembly testingConnectors, driver cockpit componentsCooling/ducted fans, UAV structural componentsCovers, latching systems, air intake systems
Technical Properties
Density: 1,324 g/cc
Colour:
BLACK
| Thermal Properties | Test Method | SI Unit | US Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting point | ISO 11357 | 183,3° C | 361.94° F |
| HDT, 1.82 Mpa | ASTM D 648 TYPE B | 175,9° C | 348.62° F |
| Vicat 10N | ASTM D1525-09 | 178,8° C | 353.84° F |
Note: The material properties provided herein are for reference purposes only. Data was generated from the testing of parts produced with Windform LX 3.0 material under optimal processing conditions. Actual values may vary significantly as they are affected by part geometry and process parameters. Material specifications are subject to change without notice.
Standard Technical Details for Accuracy versus Tolerance:
For parts up to 1 mm (0.039″), the standard tolerance is ± 0,070 mm (0.003″)
For parts up to 3 mm (0.118″), the standard tolerance is ± 0,125 mm (0.005″)
For parts up to 6 mm (0.236″), the standard tolerance is ± 0,150 mm (0.006″)
For parts over 6 mm (0.236″), refer to UNI EN ISO 286-2 JS14 class (linear tolerances).
Technical specifications
Windform® LX 3.0 is a composite polyamide based material reinforced with a new generation glass fiber system.
It is a naturally black material characterized by good tensile strength and stiffness.
Windform® LX 3.0 has improved the already excellent performance of Windform® LX 2.0. These improvements can be noticed from a sinterability standpoint. It maintains the Windform® LX 2.0 technical and thermal properties.
Windform® LX 3.0 is also characterized by high level of temperature resistance (HDT, 1.82 Mpa, is 175,9°C / 348.62 °F) and has been rated HB according to the flammability UL 94 test.
It is also not electrically conductive with CTI 600.
Windform LX 3.0 has passed ESA standard screening outgassing tests for space-flight applications.
Applications
Windform® LX 3.0 is an entry-level SLS material and is perfect for creating functional prototypes or finished parts that require reliability, resistance and aesthetical properties.
Windform® LX 3.0 has an excellent surface finish in its sintered state; it is perfect for components with fine details.
Windform® LX 3.0 is highly recommended for applications that require a strong visual impact and for aesthetical and design parts.
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