Nylon 12

A tough FDM nylon built for parts that need to survive repeated flexing without cracking.

Example: printed Nylon 12

What is it?

A tough, fatigue-resistant printed plastic built for parts that flex repeatedly.

Key behavior

High toughness and snap-fit performance — handles repeated flexing well.

Why choose it

Snap-fit parts and living-hinge-style features that need to survive repeated flex cycles.

Applications

Snap-fit parts, repetitive flex hinges, vibration damping brackets.

Printing notes

Tends to absorb moisture from the air, which can affect print quality if the filament isn't stored dry.

Properties

Density1.01 g/cm3
Typical Hardnessn/a
Typical Strength5,500-6,700 PSI tensile
Lead TimeConfirmed per RFQ
FinishingConfirmed per RFQ
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