If you’re looking for consistent, durable production-grade parts with a fast turnaround, then the H350’s Nylon PA11 parts are right for your project. The H350 with SAF technology creates functional, detailed, parts with a smooth surface finish and high accuracy. Paired with Purple Porcupine’s 3D printing services, you can have affordable parts within 48 hours.
But how does SAF stack up against other powder-bed printing technologies?
Materials
SAF prints parts with PA11, which is widely used due to its elongation to break, impact resistance, and ductility. As a sustainable bonus, PA11 is made entirely from castor oil, making it one of the most eco-friendly 3D printing materials available.
When compared to MJF, it is easy to see that H350 parts have a better surface quality, less warping and are produced faster. Although SAF offers a smaller range of materials than other technologies, its consistent throughput of production-grade parts is a key differentiator.
Surface Finish
Other technologies oftentimes produce parts with “elephant skin” or “orange peel” – poor surface quality, common with powder-based systems. This is not an issue with the H350. Through Porcupine’s printing services, you’ll receive high-quality parts, with a smooth surface finish.
Cost-Per-Part
It’s no secret that MJF has historically been the most affordable way to 3D print a large volume of parts. But, as someone who has worked on customer projects in both MJF and SAF, SAF often ends up being less expensive than MJF. The machine has a higher build capacity and yield, allowing customers to receive more parts for less.
If you’re interested in learning how you can leverage our SAF 3D printing services, request a quote today or give us a call at 949.494.7222.
Meet Zach Peterson
Meet Purple Porcupine Sales Engineer, Zach Peterson. What Zach likes most about working at Purple, is being in a creative and friendly environment, helping a variety of awesome companies find the right solution for their needs.
Out of the office, Zach participates in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and enjoys outside activities such as surfing, golf, and camping. If you haven’t had the chance to meet Zach yet, be sure to connect with him on LinkedIn.
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