Fabulous DETECT PA11 Powder (Blue), 100kg

DETECT SLS Powder by Fabulous is a high-performance composite powder based on Polyamide 11 (PA11), designed specifically for Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing. Derived from castor oil, this bio-sourced material is magnetizable and X-ray detectable, making it ideal for industries that require precise quality control, such as food processing, medical, and nuclear sectors.

Key Features:

• Metal Detectability: Enhanced detection capabilities for improved safety and quality control.
• X-Ray Detectable: Suitable for use in industries requiring stringent inspection protocols.
• Magnetizable: Allows for easy identification and retrieval of parts in sensitive environments.
• Food Contact Safe: Compliant with EU Regulation No. 10/2011 and FDA CFR 21 for food contact applications.
• High Chemical Resistance: Excellent durability against various chemicals, including hydrocarbons and solvents.
• Long Life Cycle: Supports extended use with a 50% refresh rate, limited to a maximum of 10 cycles.

Technical Specifications:

• Material Composition: Composite Polyamide 11 with additives for detectability.
• Color: Navy Blue in mass for optical detection.
• Average Particle Size: 45 - 65 µm.
• Density: Powder packed density at 23°C: <0.6 ± 0.05 g/cm³ (estimated).
• Mechanical Properties:
  • Young’s Modulus: 1800 MPa
  • Tensile Strength (XY): 38 ± 4 MPa
  • Tensile Strength (Z): 30 ± 3 MPa
  • Elongation at Break (XY): 7.5 ± 1.5%
  • Elongation at Break (Z): > 4 ± 1%
• Thermal Properties:
  • Melting Point: 190 - 202°C
  • Flammability: UL94 Classification, vertical & horizontal test
• Compliance:
  • FDA 21 CFR §175.300, §177.1500 - Nylon 11 resins
  • EU Regulation No. 10/2011

Applications:

• Food Industry: Ideal for applications where food safety and part detectability are critical.
• Medical Sector: Suitable for manufacturing medical instruments and devices that require reliable detectability.
• Nuclear Industry: Provides robust performance in high-security environments needing precise material detectability.

Order Information:

Detect SLS Powder is a special order item and requires a Minimum Order Quantity of 100kg.  This price is $114/kg.