Nylon SLS PA 2200
Uses: Functional plastic parts, medical and consumer parts, with fine details
Pros: Durable, chemically resistant, precision in details
Cons: Slightly higher cost over other materials
TPU SLS
Uses: Footwear, tubing, sports gear, flexible parts
Pros: Flexible material, 86A hardness, UV light resistant
Cons: Not useful for projects that need sturdy parts
MJF Nylon
Uses: Automotive, medical, and recreational parts
Pros: Versatile applications, popular material, watertight, minimal waste
Cons: Default dark grey, cannot be dyed to some colors
Nylon SLS PA 12
Uses: Best for prototypes
Pros: Recyclable material, comes at a good price
Cons: Parts can turn out with appearance defects, rough surface finishes, and overall lower quality thanks to the green recycling process
SLM Aluminum
Uses: Medical parts, creative structures, functional gears
Pros: Excellent strength-to-weight properties, thermally conductive, great mechanical properties
Cons: Can require extra surface finishing processes
SLA Stainless Steel
Uses: Great for automotive, aerospace, and industrial parts
Pros: High corrosion resistance, chemically resistant, strength properties
Cons: Longer production times, higher cost than nylon materials
SLA Resin
Uses: Mechanical systems, functional prototypes, watertight parts
Pros: Superior strength, smooth surfaces, highly precise, extremely durable, and excellent strength-to-weight ratio
Cons: Can become brittle in UV light, limited color options, increased cost
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