What is SLS and Why Choose It?
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is an advanced 3D printing technology that employs a high-powered laser to fuse powdered materials into solid parts, layer by layer. Renowned for producing strong, functional components with complex geometries, SLS excels in both prototyping and production without requiring support structures.
Why choose SLS?
- High Strength: Parts are robust and suitable for functional testing.
- Complex Geometries: No supports enable intricate, innovative designs.
- Fast Production: Efficient for small to medium production runs.
- Material Versatility: Compatible with a range of nylon-based and specialty powders.
Materials Available for SLS
Wellan provides a diverse selection of SLS materials tailored to various project needs:
- General Purpose Plastics: Nylon 12—cost-effective and ideal for prototypes.
- Engineering Plastics: Nylon 11—offers enhanced strength and durability for functional parts.
- High-Performance Plastics: PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide)—designed for high-temperature and chemical-resistant applications.
- Specialty Plastics: TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)—flexible and elastic, perfect for seals or wearables.
Explore more on our 3D Printing Materials page.
Applications of SLS
SLS’s versatility and strength make it invaluable across multiple industries. Key applications include:
- Rapid Prototyping: Quickly produce durable prototypes for design validation.
- Functional Testing: Create parts for mechanical, thermal, or performance testing.
- Custom Components: Perfect for low to medium-volume production in automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors.
- Complex Assemblies: Manufacture interlocking or moving parts in a single print.
Wellan’s SLS Service
Wellan’s SLS service combines cutting-edge equipment with extensive material expertise to deliver top-quality parts. Our team optimizes every step—material selection, print orientation, and post-processing—to ensure your parts meet precise specifications. With a commitment to precision and reliability, Wellan is your trusted partner for SLS manufacturing solutions.