The Polish manufacturer Sinterit has introduced a new SLS model, “Suzy”, which is specifically aimed at efficiency and value for money. The new machine is 35 percent faster than its predecessor, the Lisa X, and 20 percent cheaper. Sinterit is thus clearly positioning itself in a market segment that demands fast and cost-effective printing solutions for standard materials such as PA12.
Suzy is optimized for industrial use with polyamide 12, by far the most commonly used material in the SLS process. The focus is on high reproducibility, speed and low complexity. The build platform remains identical to the Lisa X at 130 × 180 × 330 mm, but Suzy achieves significantly shorter printing times thanks to improvements to the laser control, thermal management and recoating unit. At 75 µm, the layer thickness remains at the usual level.
In order to reduce the price to 17,590 euros, Sinterit has dispensed with Suzy functions such as nitrogen atmosphere or freely configurable material profiles, which are not required in many applications. Lisa X remains available and is aimed at research institutes and users with a broader range of materials.
According to Sinterit, the software and hardware have been fundamentally revised. In addition to easier maintenance, the reliability of the machine in continuous operation should also increase. The machine is controlled as usual via the in-house user interface, which Sinterit is continuously developing.
At market launch, Suzy will only process PA12, with other materials such as polypropylene to follow. For Sinterit, Suzy also represents a strategic realignment: instead of focusing on large production machines such as the NILS 480, the company is once again concentrating on compact systems with a clear application profile.
With over 1,000 machines installed worldwide, Sinterit intends to further consolidate its position in the compact SLS printer segment with Suzy.
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