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MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead

MJF nylon 12 glass bead reinforcement is a high-performance material designed for the production of highly durable, functional parts. The material contains 40% glass beads (Glass Beads), which provides excellent rigidity, dimensional stability and repeatability (consistency). It is an ideal choice for applications requiring high rigidity such as casings, chassis, fixtures and tools.

Dimensional Stability

Wear Resistance

Rigidity

Heat Resistance

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Lead Time

3~5 days

Tolerance

± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

Min. Order

1

Reference Unit Price Range

0.53 - 1.17

Advantages

  • Dimensional Stability
  • Heat Resistance
  • Rigidity

Disadvantages

  • Higher cost
  • Limited weather resistance
  • Limited strength for demanding loads

Performance Snapshot

Material Characteristics at a Glance

Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.

Dimensional Stability

Excellent

Source score: 5/5

Heat Resistance

High

Source score: 4/5

Wear Resistance

High

Source score: 4/5

Rigidity

High

Source score: 4/5

Corrosion Resistance

Medium

Source score: 3/5

Surface Quality

Medium

Source score: 3/5

Lightweight

Medium

Source score: 3/5

Moisture Resistance

Medium

Source score: 3/5

Cost Efficient

Low

Source score: 2/5

Surface Finish Options

Surface Finish Options

Available finish options for MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead.

As Printed
Included

As Printed

Color

Black

Surface

Ra 8-14 μm (as printed)

Accuracy

± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

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Available

Dyeing

Color result

Black dye finish

Best for

Adding a uniform black finish to MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead parts where functional prototype testing requires consistent color.

Note

Confirm dye penetration, color consistency, and dimensional change on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead before production.

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Available

Painting

Finish options

Glossy and matte paint finishes available

Best for

Adding custom color and a protective paint layer to MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead parts for functional prototype testing.

Note

Validate paint adhesion, masking boundaries, and coating coverage on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead before production, especially around interfaces, edges, and fine details.

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Available

Vapor Smoothing

Surface result

Chemically smoothed surfaces with reduced layer lines

Best for

Reducing visible layer lines on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead parts used for functional prototype testing and appearance-critical prototypes.

Note

Confirm material compatibility, feature retention, and dimensional impact on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead before vapor smoothing.

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Available

Sand Blasting

Surface result

Uniform matte texture

Best for

Creating a uniform matte texture on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead parts used for functional prototype testing and display or functional prototypes.

Note

Confirm masking and feature retention on MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead; abrasive blasting can change texture and soften fine details.

Industries & Applications

Where MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead Delivers

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Industrial Manufacturing

  • Functional prototype testing
  • End-use plastic parts
  • Assembly testing
  • Jigs and fixtures
  • Gears and transmission components
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Equipment

  • Functional prototype testing
  • End-use plastic parts
  • Assembly testing
  • Jigs and fixtures
  • Gears and transmission components
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Automotive

  • Functional prototype testing
  • End-use plastic parts
  • Assembly testing
  • Automotive functional parts
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Robotics

  • Functional prototype testing
  • End-use plastic parts
  • Assembly testing
  • Drone structural parts
  • Robotics structural parts
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Industrial Automation

  • Functional prototype testing
  • End-use plastic parts
  • Assembly testing
  • Jigs and fixtures
  • Robotics structural parts

Technical Specifications

Design Guidelines

Material Properties

Density
1.3 g/cm³
Tensile Strength
XY: 30 Z: 30 MPa
Tensile Modulus
XY: 2800 Z: 2900 MPa
Elongation at Break
XY: 6.5 Z: 6.5%
HDT @ 0.45 MPa
173 °C
HDT @ 1.8 MPa
121 °C
Notched Impact Strength
2.7 KJ/m² ASTM D256 (Izod)

Process & Dimensional Specs

Maximum Part Size
380 × 280 × 380 mm
Default Layer Height
0.08 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 8-14 μm
Dimensional Tolerance
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

Ready to Order?

Upload your 3D file and receive a quote for MJF Nylon 12 Glass Bead parts. Typical turnaround is 3~5 days from order confirmation.

Every order includes: Dimensional inspection report · NDA-ready file handling · Pre-shipment QC photography · DDP door-to-door logistics · Engineering review on request

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Have a tight-tolerance or complex geometry requirement? Our engineers review your drawing before quoting to flag potential issues.

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