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PA6 GB

  • PA6 GB is an engineering polymer with much higher heat resistance than Nylon 12 and PP
  • Material is 30% glass filled
  • High impact resistance and stiffness
  • Commonly used for automotive parts that require resistance to heat, such as under bonnet components that require resistance to heat and fluids including fuels, oils and greases
  • Dimensional stability at high temperate
  • Large build size
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Thermal stability in PA6 GB

Stability with automotive fluids

  • Automotive part: full-scale oil sump
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Layer thickness

  • 0.1mm

Colour

  • Natural

Support material

  • None

Hollow structure

  • This is possible however drain holes will need to be added if powder is to be fully removed from the part. See our print guides for more information

Minimum reproducible dimensions

  • 0.8mm approx

Recommended offset/clearance for assemblies

  • 0.6mm distance is recommended

Texture / feel

  • The surface has a light sandblast finish

Other SLS Materials

  • PA6

    PA6 commonly used for interior and exterior automotive component
  • Industrial application: rotary atomiser

    Polypropylene

    Superior purity which offers impressive versatility for a multitude of applications

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