Selective laser sintering is a powder-based 3D printing technology. The process fuses nylon powder to form each layer of the design, resulting in durable prototypes and functional, end-use parts. This video will help you learn how to setup an SLS 3D Printer. This guide takes you through step by step everything you need to get going and start printing.
How Does SLS 3D Printing Work? The SLS machine begins sintering each layer of part geometry into a heated bed of nylon-based powder. After each layer is fused, a roller moves across the bed to distribute the next layer of powder. The process is repeated layer by layer until the build is complete. When the build finishes, the entire powder bed with the encapsulated parts is moved into a breakout station, where it is raised up, and parts are broken out of the bed. An initial brushing is manually administered to remove a majority of loose powder. Parts are then bead blasted to remove any of the remaining residual powder before ultimately reaching the finishing department. Check out more details in the video!
