Windform FX BLACK

Class of Material

Polyamide based material

Technology

Selective Laser Sintering

FEATURES

Behavior similar to polypropylene and ABS injection moulded parts
Excellent surface finish in its sintered state
Good reproduction of finest details
Resistant to impact even at low temperatures
Resistant to repeated bending and torsion

KEY VALUES

Density (20° C) 1,022 g/cc
HDT (1.82 Mpa) 52,1° C
Elongation @ break 50,30 %
Melting point 198,7° C
After manual finishing 1,60 Ra μm

APPLICATIONS

Complex-shaped ducting
Flexible components
Functional parts with living hinges or clip fittings
Thin-walled connectors with snap-fit systems

FEATURES

Behavior similar to polypropylene and ABS injection moulded parts
Excellent surface finish in its sintered state
Good reproduction of finest details
Resistant to impact even at low temperatures
Resistant to repeated bending and torsion

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KEY VALUES

Density (20° C) 1,022 g/cc
HDT (1.82 Mpa) 52,1° C
Elongation @ break 50,30 %
Melting point 198,7° C
After manual finishing 1,60 Ra μm

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APPLICATIONS

Complex-shaped ducting
Flexible components
Functional parts with living hinges or clip fittings
Thin-walled connectors with snap-fit systems

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Technical Properties

Density: 1,022 g/cc

Colour:

BLACK

Thermal Properties Test Method SI Unit US Unit
Melting point ISO 11357 198,7 °C 389.66 °F
HDT, 1.82 Mpa ASTM D 648 TYPE B 52,1 °C 125.78 °F
Vicat 10N ASTM D1525-09 190,5 °C 374.90 °F

Note: The material properties provided herein are for reference purposes only. Data was generated from the testing of parts produced with Windform FX BLACK 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).

Easystand skiboot. Courtesy of Sport Egger
Easystand skiboot. Courtesy of Sport Egger

Technical specifications

Windform® FX BLACK is a new generation polyamide based SLS material with a dark black color.

It guarantees consistent performance on repeatable jobs.

Windform® FX BLACK is characterized by high flexibility and exceptional resistance to repeated bending and torsion.

The material shows excellent impact resistance even at low temperatures.

Its consistency and behavior are similar to polypropylene and ABS injection moulded parts.

Applications

Windform® FX BLACK is perfect for creating accurate, reliable, and functional prototypes.

It can be considered a highly valuable material in various end use applications when flexibility and strength cannot be compromised, for example: parts with living hinges or clip fittings, ducting of complex shapes, thin walled connectors with snap-fit systems.

Easystand skiboot. Courtesy of Sport Egger
Easystand skiboot. Courtesy of Sport Egger

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