Module 18 2021

08/02/2021

Additive Manufacturing: Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

Advantages

Disadvantages

Fully self-supporting

Post processing required

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• Capable of highly complex geometry

Poor surface finish

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• Great mechanical properties and finishing possibilities

• Higher material/machine cost

No delamination

Longer set up required

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• Polymer and metal material range (bio-compatible)

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FDM, SLA, SLS Comparison

Industrial SLS

Desktop FDM

Industrial SLA

Desktop SLA

Industrial FDM

Mechanical Strength

Print Speed

Surface Finish

Post-Processing

Overall Cost

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