Ultrasint® PA11
High-Performance Bio-Based Polymer for Durable Powder Bed Fusion Parts
Ultrasint® PA11 is a high-performance polyamide powder designed for powder bed fusion (PBF) processes, combining excellent mechanical performance, impact resistance, and long-term durability. Derived from renewable castor oil sources, PA11 enables more sustainable additive manufacturing without compromising on performance.
The material is particularly well-suited for end-use applications requiring high toughness, chemical resistance, and reliability under repeated stress. Compared to standard PA12, PA11 offers enhanced ductility and impact strength, making it ideal for functional parts exposed to dynamic loads.
With its unique balance of flexibility and strength, Ultrasint® PA11 enables the production of lightweight, functional components that maintain performance over time. It performs exceptionally well in applications requiring snap-fit features, living hinges, and repeated mechanical stress.
The material also offers excellent chemical resistance and process stability, making it a reliable choice for industrial environments where consistency and part longevity are critical.
Key Benefits
- Outstanding impact resistance and toughness
- High elongation at break for flexible applications
- Excellent chemical and environmental resistance
- Bio-based material sourced from renewable resources
- Ideal for functional, end-use parts
Example Applications
- Snap-fit components and housings
- Living hinges and flexible connectors
- Automotive interior parts
- Consumer goods and wearables
- Industrial fixtures and functional prototypes
Material Properties
- Tensile strength: ~45–50 MPa
- Elongation at break: up to ~40–50%
- Young’s modulus: ~1600 MPa
- High impact resistance
- Excellent chemical resistance
