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Polypropylene

  • Our 3D polypropylene is the jewel in the Ricoh 3D printing crown
  • Superior purity which offers impressive versatility for a multitude of applications
  • Translucent off-white material which is one of the most commonly used polymers in the manufacturing industry
  • Comparable properties to injection moulded PP 
  • Durable, fatigue-resistant and lightweight
  • Chemical resistant, with WRAS approval and complete recyclability (WRAS Approval No: 1805518)
  • Extremely high elongation at break and is therefore perfectly suited to applications including functional prototypes for snap-fit, automotive assemblies or living hinges, packaging and consumer goods
  • Industrial application: rotary atomiser
  • Full-scale child car seat
  • Pre-surgery assessment/education tool – orthotic model
  • Pre-surgery assessment/education tool – scapula model
  • Football boot sole prototype
  • Full-scale VW car bumper
  • Full-scale VW car bumper
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Layer thickness

  • 0.1mm

Colour

  • Natural—Translucent

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
  • Reproduction may not be possible due to the rib height and hole depth.

Recommended offset / clearance for assemblies

  • 0.6mm distance is recommended

Texture / feel

  • The surface has a fine sandblast texture

Other SLS Materials

  • PA6

    PA6 commonly used for interior and exterior automotive component
  • Automotive part: full-scale oil sump

    PA6 GB

    PA6 GB used for parts that require resistance to heat

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