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HP PA 12 W (поліамід) для 3D-друку

HP PA 12 W (Polyamide) for 3D Printing

HP PA 12 W is a high-density thermoplastic with excellent mechanical properties and a robust part structure. Its white color is easily customizable through painting, coating, and other finishing techniques, making it ideal for producing finished products tailored to aesthetic and functional requirements.

Medical Applications
Provides precise geometric parameters and the smoothness required for creating prosthetic components. The material’s stability reduces the risk of deformations and enhances compliance with medical standards for sterility and biocompatibility.
Industry
Ideal for functional prototypes, tools, and equipment. Its robust structure minimizes the formation of microcracks, ensures the durability of products, and maintains stable shapes even during extended use.
Consumer Goods
HP PA 12 W is perfect for manufacturing products with high aesthetic requirements, such as lighting fixtures, decorative elements, and device housings. The white color of the material simplifies painting and other finishing processes. Consistent print quality enables easy scaling of production for serial product release.
Serial Prototyping
Supports the production of small and medium batches of identical parts with predictable accuracy and strength. This reduces validation costs and minimizes the need for refinements on each product.

Painting Products Black

Without additional processing, the details have a gray, rough surface. Therefore, the products can be painted black after printing. This is an inexpensive and fast way to get parts with a quality finish.

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General properties

Powder melting point (DSC) ~188°C
Particle size 57 µm
Bulk density of powder ~0,43 g/cm³
Density of parts ~1,01 g/cm³

Mechanical characteristics

Tensile strength, max. load, XY 49 MPa
Tensile strength, max load, Z 45 MPa
Elastic modulus in tension, XY 1900 MPa
Elastic modulus in tension, Z 1850 MPa
Elongation at break, XY 17%
Elongation at break, Z 9 %
Bending strength (at 5 %), XY 70 MPa
Bending strength (at 5 %), Z 70 MPa
Flexural modulus, XY 1800 MPa
Flexural modulus, Z 1800 MPa
Notched Izod impact strength (at 3.2 mm, 23 °C), XYZ 4,1 kJ/m²
Hardness (Shore D) D 75 – 80
Dielectric permittivity 3.5 – 4.0
Dielectric strength ~15 kV/mm

Heat resistance

Heat deflection temperature (at 0.45 MPa), XY 175 ºC
Heat deflection temperature (at 0.45 MPa), Z 175 ºC
Heat deflection temperature (at 1.82 MPa), XY 95 ºC
Heat deflection temperature (at 1.82 MPa), Z 95 ºC

Download the specification Material Comparison

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*According to HP Development Company, L.P.

Safety Certifications

HP PA 12 W does not contain heavy metals, carcinogenic substances, or prohibited plasticizers, making it safe for manufacturing parts that may come into contact with skin. The material meets USP Class I–VI standards and RoHS and REACH regulations, confirming its eco-friendliness and user safety. UL 94 and UL 746A certifications verify its suitability for use in parts not exposed to direct open flames while maintaining its properties under moderate heating.

Expansion Tank

End Elements for Lighting Fixtures

Decorative Cover For a Dental Microscope

Dashboard Components

Car models

Lid and housing of a mini sink for water collection

Parts for Airsoft Gearboxes

Telescope Alignment Assembly

Flashlight Holder for a Car Service Station

Decorative Mask

Details for LED Lamp

Set of Components for Prostheses

Partners — 20% Discount on All Orders

Official partners receive a permanent 20% discount. To qualify, fill out the form and tell us about your 3D printing studio. Once your application is processed, the discount will apply to all your orders.

HP PA 12 W (Polyamide) for 3D Printing

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