Material

Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene (PP) is one of the most versatile and common choices for industrial production, and 3D-printed PP has similar properties to injection-molded PP. Tough, fatigue-resistant, lightweight, and with exceptionally high elongation at break, PP is an ideal choice for functional prototypes of snap-fit assemblies or living hinges in automotive components, packaging, and consumer goods.

Row of honey bottles 3D printed in polypropylene with open snap lids

Technical specifications

Maximum part dimensions

480 x 480 x 430 mm

Standard accuracy

±0.35% (XY) up to ±1.2% (Z) with lower limits on ±0.35 mm (XY) up to ±0.5mm (Z)

Layer thickness

 0.12 mm

Minimum wall thickness

1 mm, living hinges are possible at 0.4 mm (all structures under 0.8 mm must be designed in a flat, uncurved position and oriented parallel to XY plane for correct building)

Minimum detail size

0.3 mm

Interlocking or moving parts

Yes

Internal channels

Yes

Surface structure

Grainy structure

Datasheet

PARAMETERVALUEUNIT

Density

-
0.84

g/cm³

Tensile strength

DIN EN ISO 527
21

MPa

Tensile modulus

DIN EN ISO 527
905

MPa

Flexural strength

DIN EN ISO 178
22.8

MPa

Flexural modulus

DIN EN ISO 178
700

MPa

Elongation at break

DIN EN ISO 527
529

%

Heat deflection temperature

ISO 75 (@1.80 MPa)
52

°C

Actual values may vary with build conditions and in relation to the part’s geometry and orientation.


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Finishing degrees

The right finish can transform your print into a product. Explore the post-production finishes we offer for this material. If you have any questions or special requests, get in touch with us.

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