Used for a year by our team, we have the best material to replace polypropylene (PP): PAx from 3D Systems.
Its many advantages have convinced us to use it more and more to meet the needs of our customers:
It is a polyamide copolymer that offers similar properties to injection-molded plastic, as well as high impact strength and high elongation at break in all directions, including on the Z-axis. Designed to provide high recyclability, PAx is ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts with good mechanical properties and long-lasting stability.
So why do we say that PAX is the best material to replace polypropylene (PP)?
Well, quite simply because its ease of implementation in 3D printing is much simpler and this material is biocompatible while PP is not. After a year of testing and printing, we are very satisfied with the results, as are our customers.
We often use it to make hinges and parts that need flexibility, without being too soft or fragile.
If you would like more information on this material, or if you have a project in additive manufacturing, do not hesitate to contact our experts.