Nexa3D is an American manufacturer that has developed a wide range of professional and industrial 3D printers. It first made a name for itself in the resin solutions market, before turning to powder-based processes, notably selective laser sintering (SLS). We tested the Nexa3D XiP, a compact, easy-to-use 3D resin printer back in 2022. At Formnext 2023, the American company took advantage of the event to unveil the QLS260, a 3D printing solution based on polymer powder that would offer greater productivity to its users.
QLS260 Features
The QLS260 is capable of printing parts with a volume of 230 x 230 x 250 mm at a speed of 22 mm per hour. It is equipped with a 60W laser and NexaX software, which lets you control the entire printing process and start printing remotely. What’s particularly interesting about this Nexa3D model is the material compatibility it offers. Indeed, the industrial machine can be used with over 16 different powders, including polyamides, PP, PBT and even flexible polymers such as TPU. What’s more, 80% of the unsintered powder can be reused for further printing: the operator can therefore count on significant material savings.
In terms of applications, the QLS250 3D printer is equally well suited to the manufacture of prototypes, tooling and finished parts for industries such as consumer goods and sports.
