SELECTIVE LASER SINTERING (SLS)
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING FOR FUNCTIONAL POLYMER PARTS
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is a powder-based additive manufacturing process for producing functional polymer parts directly from digital 3D data.
The process enables complex geometries without conventional tooling and is suitable for prototypes, individual parts, small batches and recurring series production.
CIPRES combines SLS manufacturing with professional post-processing, coloring and surface finishing – from the 3D model to the finished component.
HOW DOES SELECTIVE LASER SINTERING WORK?
In the SLS process, a thin layer of polymer powder is applied to the build area. A laser selectively fuses the powder according to the geometry of the digital 3D model.
The build platform is then lowered, a new layer of powder is applied and the process is repeated layer by layer until the components are complete.
The surrounding powder supports the parts during production. This means that separate support structures are generally not required.
COMPLEX GEOMETRIES WITHOUT CONVENTIONAL TOOLING
One of the key advantages of SLS is its high degree of design freedom.
Because the components are manufactured directly from digital data, no conventional molds or production tooling are required. This makes the process particularly suitable for complex geometries, different product variants and smaller production quantities.
FROM PROTOTYPE TO SERIES PRODUCTION
SLS can be used for much more than prototyping.
CIPRES uses the technology for a wide range of production requirements, including:
- Prototypes
- Functional parts
- Individual components
- Small batches
- Recurring series
- Customized products
- Spare parts
- Production aids and fixtures
- Eyewear
FROM PROTOTYPE TO SERIES PRODUCTION
SLS can be used for much more than prototyping.
CIPRES uses the technology for a wide range of production requirements, including:
- Prototypes
- Functional parts
- Individual components
- Small batches
- Recurring series
- Customized products
- Spare parts
- Production aids and fixtures
- Eyewear
MATERIALS FOR SLS
The right material depends on the requirements of your component.
CIPRES offers different SLS materials:
PA12 AS
A versatile standard polyamide for a wide range of technical applications.
PA12 CS
Ceramic-reinforced PA12 for applications requiring increased stiffness and dimensional stability.
PA11
Flexible and impact-resistant polyamide for demanding functional applications.
TPU
Elastic material for flexible and deformable components.
FROM THE SLS PART TO THE FINISHED COMPONENT
The manufacturing process does not have to end when the part leaves the SLS machine.
CIPRES offers a wide range of post-processing and finishing technologies to adapt the surface, appearance and color of the component to its final application.
Depending on the material and required result, available processes include:
- Surface leveling
- Tumbling
- Dyeing
- Chemical smoothing
- Infiltration
- UV protection
- Optical brightening
- Painting
YOU PRINT – WE FINISH.
Already producing SLS parts in-house or sourcing them from another additive manufacturing provider?
CIPRES can also handle the post-processing, coloring and finishing of externally manufactured SLS parts.
Send us your components and tell us which surface result you want to achieve. We will determine which finishing processes are suitable.
START YOUR SLS PROJECT
Already have your 3D data ready? Upload your component to our online calculation platform and configure the available material and post-processing options.
For more complex requirements, we will be happy to discuss your project with you directly.
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