Evonik launches new 3D polymer powder

Chemicals company Evonik has developed a new polymer powder for applications in higher temperature ranges as part of its polyamide 6 series.

Evonik has announced a new polymer powder for high temperature applications

This latest material is made at the company’s Marl site, using a proprietary procedure. It has a nearly round grain shape that is said to give it good flowability. It features high mechanical strength as well as good chemical and temperature resistance. It boasts a heat deflection temperature (HDT B) of around 195°C. It also has low water absorption of less than three percent.

Janusz Berger, communication manager for Evonik, explains that the company usually delivers its powders as ready-to-use materials suitable to particular types of 3D printers. He adds: “This is why at the Marl chemical site, Evonik operates an application technology center with several 3D printers in order to develop best in class polymer powders for 3D printing.”

Evonik often works with printer manufacturers to jointly develop powders for specific uses. In this case, the company has teamed up with the Chinese company, TPM 3D, which manufactures Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) printers.

Mark Zhao, founder and CEO of TPM 3D, commented: “We are seeing strong demand for 3D solutions in the higher temperature range – for example in the automotive and electronics industries. That’s why we were pleased to launch the new temperature-stable material together with Evonik.”    

You can find more information at Evonik.com.

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