At the annual AM Forum Conference in Berlin earlier this year, HP showcased 3D printed parts using a new material qualified for the company’s industrial 3D polymers solutions. Developed with Arkema, HP says the new PA 12 S material sets the standard for surface aesthetics, while reducing costs for customers using the company’s Jet Fusion 5200 and 5600 series 3D printing solutions.

“From design to parts production and post processing, HP is committed to delivering a broad range of innovative materials and programmes for more sustainable production,” says Francois Minec, global head of 3D polymers at HP. “We’re thrilled to join our colleagues across the industry at AMUG as we collectively look to accelerate scale and adoption of additive manufacturing.” 

The introduction of PA 12 S is set to boost the industry by reducing variable costs per part and significantly lowering the total cost of ownership. In conjunction with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology, the material offers an optimised production process that streamlines post-processing steps, saving time and further reducing costs.

According to HP, its PA 12 S material also has the highest reusability ratio versus other PA 12 materials on the market. In fact, up to 85% reusability ratio, minimising waste.  

The newly launched material is being used by customers including Accel Digital Solutions, Decathlon, Erpro Group and Materialise for aesthetic parts with enhanced surface finishes and lower production costs. 

“Working with HP, as a beta customer for PA 12 S, is an important element in our strategy to make additive manufacturing more accessible through an extended industrial grade materials offering,” says Pieter Vos, marketing and product director at Materialise. “PA 12 S has proven its processability, delivering consistent parts with a great surface quality.”

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