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: Laser Sintering (SLS)

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Material Use

Most materials used in this process fall in the category of thermoplastics. According to MAS, thermoplastics have a ranking of 80 percent. This numerical ranking indicates the convenience and suitability of thermoplastics in the SLS process.

A variety of materials can be used, including polymers (ABS, PVC, nylon, polyester, polystyrene, epoxy), wax, metals, and ceramics with appropriate binders.