Biocompatible Polymers
Depending on the way in which additively manufactured parts interact with the human body, they need to meet certain requirements. The high temperature and chemical resistance of some of our materials make them ideal for a great variety of applications and devices requiring biocompatibility. The materials are tested for cytotoxicity, sensitization, irritation, and acute systemic toxicity. To clarify if your biocompatibility requirements are met, talk to us.
Naturally, our SLS and FDR technology only require polymer material and laser power for production. The waiving of agents or binders in the production process reduces risks right from the start. Considering customer-specific influence (e.g. additives, manufacturing process), please be aware that the biocompatibility of a material does not allow any direct conclusion to be drawn about the biocompatibility of the produced part.
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1650 MPa
- Tensile Strength 50 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 30 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 201 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (1.80 MPa) 46 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (0.65 MPa) 180 °C
- Density 1030 kg/m³
Ductile
PA 1101
The whitish, slightly translucent, additively manufactured parts made from biobased PA 11 are characterized by high impact resistance and elongation at break. They do not splinter even under high mechanical loads.
Highlights
- High ductility
- High impact resistance
- Balanced property profile
- Biobased material
Typical Applications
- Impact-resistant applications, which may not splinter when applied with a load, e.g. coverings or housings
- Functional parts that require a high elongation at break, e.g. hinges, clips, or buckles
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1650 MPa
- Tensile Strength 50 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 30 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 201 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (1.80 MPa) 46 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (0.65 MPa) 180 °C
- Density 1030 kg/m³
Ductile
PA 1101 Climate Neutral
The whitish, slightly translucent, additively manufactured parts made from biobased PA 11 are characterized by high impact resistance and elongation at break. They do not splinter even under high mechanical loads.
Highlights
- High ductility
- High impact resistance
- Balanced property profile
- Biobased material
Typical Applications
- Impact-resistant applications, which may not splinter when applied with a load, e.g. coverings or housings
- Functional parts that require a high elongation at break, e.g. clips or buckles
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1650 MPa
- Tensile Strength 48 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (1.80 MPa) 64 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa) 157 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 Balance
PA 2200, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. PA 2200 is also available as PA 2200 CarbonReduced with a reduced carbon footprint.
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1650 MPa
- Tensile Strength 48 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (1.80 MPa) 64 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa) 157 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 CarbonReduced Balance
PA 2200 CarbonReduced, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. It combines a heavily reduced CO2e footprint with the well-known technical properties of PA 2200.
Highlights
- 100% proven quality and 45% less CO2e
- Balanced property profile
- Multipurpose material
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1700 MPa
- Tensile Strength 50 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 20 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 Performance
PA 2200, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. PA 2200 is also available as PA 2200 CarbonReduced with a reduced carbon footprint.
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eye wear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1700 MPa
- Tensile Strength 50 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 20 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 CarbonReduced Performance
PA 2200 CarbonReduced, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. It combines a heavily reduced CO2e footprint with the well-known technical properties of PA 2200.
Highlights
- 100% proven quality and 45% less CO2e
- Balanced property profile
- Multipurpose material
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eye wear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1600 MPa
- Tensile Strength 48 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 Speed
PA 2200, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. PA 2200 is also available as PA 2200 CarbonReduced with a reduced carbon footprint.
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1600 MPa
- Tensile Strength 48 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 CarbonReduced Speed
PA 2200 CarbonReduced, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. It combines a heavily reduced CO2e footprint with the well-known technical properties of PA 2200.
Highlights
- 100% proven quality and 45% less CO2e
- Balanced property profile
- Multipurpose material
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eye wear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1800 MPa
- Tensile Strength 52 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 20 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 Top Quality
PA 2200, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. PA 2200 is also available as PA 2200 CarbonReduced with a reduced carbon footprint.
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1800 MPa
- Tensile Strength 52 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 20 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 175 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 CarbonReduced Top Quality
PA 2200 CarbonReduced, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. It combines a heavily reduced CO2e footprint with the well-known technical properties of PA 2200.
Highlights
- 100% proven quality and 45% less CO2e
- Balanced property profile
- Multipurpose material
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eye wear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1500 MPa
- Tensile Strength 45 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 Top Speed
PA 2200, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. PA 2200 is also available as PA 2200 CarbonReduced with a reduced carbon footprint.
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eyewear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1500 MPa
- Tensile Strength 45 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 18 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2200 CarbonReduced Top Speed
PA 2200 CarbonReduced, based on polyamide 12, offers a wide range of applications thanks to its very balanced property profile and is the most proven material on the market. It combines a heavily reduced CO2e footprint with the well-known technical properties of PA 2200.
Highlights
- 100% proven quality and 45% less CO2e
- Balanced property profile
- Multipurpose material
Typical Applications
- Production equipment like grippers, jigs and fixtures
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Eye wear in the consumer goods industry
- Spare parts like brackets or covers, e.g., in the automotive industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 1700 MPa
- Tensile Strength 48 MPa
- Nominal Strain at Break 15 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 176 °C
- Density 930 kg/m³
Biocompatible
PA 2201
Components made from this pigment free polyamide 12 powder are white but appear slightly transparent. With properties otherwise comparable to PA 2200 – strength, rigidity and good chemical resistance – parts made from PA 2201 can be approved for use in the medical industry.
Typical Applications
- Surgery cutting guides and bone models for the medical industry
- Functional parts for prototyping, that include hinges or threads
Compatible Printers
Typical Part Properties
- Tensile Modulus 60 MPa
- Tensile Strength 7 MPa
- Elongation at Break 250 %
- Melting Temperature (20°C/min) 138 °C
- Density 1080 kg/m³
Flexible
EOS TPU 1301
The parts made from this white material are extremely hydrolysis-resistant, with high resilience and good tribological properties. The part design influences the degree of flexibility of the parts purposeful.
Highlights
- Great resilience
- Good hydrolysis resistance
- High UV-stability
- Very good shock absorption
- Shore hardness 86 A
- Low refresh rate
Typical Applications
- Footwear & lifestyle parts that demand elastomeric properties, e. g. handles, shoe soles
- Automotive & industry parts, e.g. tubes, bellows, seals, gaskets
- Protective sports gear, e.g. helmet cushioning
- Applications usually made from foam can be replaced by lattice structures in EOS TPU 1301
