STYX-12 Nylon | FormFutura
STYX-12 is an industrial PA12 grade nylon filament that combines excellent mechanical, chemical, and hygroscopic properties with good printability. It has a very low water absorption compared to other nylons and can be printed at relatively low temperatures, making it a high-performance and industrial-grade nylon suitable for use on a wide range of FFF/FDM 3D printers. Some key features of STYX-12 include:
Technical informations
Thermal properties | |
| Vicat softening temperature | 105 °C |
Filament properties | |
| Country of origin | Netherland |
| Filament density | 1.02 g/mm3 |
| Diameter tolerance | 0.05 mm |
Spool weight and dimensions |
How to store filaments
Humidity and UV light can decrease the filament quality and weaken its mechanical properties. We strongly recommend storing open filaments in a dry and dark place. You can find a complete guide on how to properly store your filament here
Where to throw print fails and supports?
We kindly ask our customers to cope with plastic waste responsibly. Failed prints, support material, rafts, or brims should be liquidated according to the local guidelines. Paradoxically, in most cases, it is better to throw this waste in the regular trash can, as most of the material waste created in 3D printing is not identified, which causes more problems than benefits in the waste sorting facilities.
STYX-12 Nylon | FormFutura
STYX-12 is an industrial PA12 grade nylon filament that combines excellent mechanical, chemical, and hygroscopic properties with good printability. It has a very low water absorption compared to other nylons and can be printed at relatively low temperatures, making it a high-performance and industrial-grade nylon suitable for use on a wide range of FFF/FDM 3D printers. Some key features of STYX-12 include:
- Superb mechanical properties, including strength, flexibility, high impact resistance, high crack resistance, and high scratch resistance
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Outstanding weather and UV resistance
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Good first layer adhesion to a print bed prepared with EasyPad + DimaFix
- Very clear in its natural form (without added colorants).
General information about Nylon :
PA (polyamide) describes a group of polymers with an amide repeat unit. Generally in the FDM industry, there are 3 main types of PA which include PA12, PA66, and PA6.
Sometimes these materials can be either grafted with other polymers or else reinforced with glass or carbon fibers. Generally, nylons exhibit high strength, toughness, elasticity, wear resistance, chemical resistance, and thermal resistance and are widely sought in various industrial applications.
Nylon filaments prove to be challenging materials for FDM printing due to their lower
adhesion to conventional 3D-printing build surfaces and their higher tendency to warp.
Furthermore, there are several classes of PA filaments each behaving differently.
Browse all Nylon filaments in stock in our warehouse in Senec, Slovakia. For comparison, see also CF/GF and PP.
FormFutura is a supplier of additive manufacturing materials founded in 2012. Its range covers filaments, resins and adhesives, from easy everyday PLA to engineering polymers and water-soluble support materials. At JustCreate3D the FormFutura products we list are stocked in our warehouse in Senec, Slovakia, and dispatched as soon as your order comes in.
The brand is known for promoting sustainable packaging in the 3D printing industry, for supplying recycled products and for supporting green initiatives. FormFutura also keeps renewing its portfolio with new materials, and offers XXL spools of up to 8 kg for users who print a lot.
FormFutura products at JustCreate3D
- PLA and decorative filaments – Volcano PLA, SKULPT and MetalFil, a PLA filled with about 80% copper or bronze powder.
- Technical filaments – ApolloX ASA, ABSpro Flame Retardant, STYX-12 Nylon, Centaur PP and Pegasus PP-HGS25 Ultralight.
- Support materials – AquaSolve (PVA support for PLA), Atlas Support (for PETG) and Helios Support (for ABS and ASA).
- SLA/LCD resins – Platinum LCD Series General Purpose, and the Tough and Heavy Duty resins of the Engineering SLA Series.
Who is FormFutura for?
FormFutura suits makers who want one supplier for both standard and technical work: designers who need a special look (metal-filled or textured PLA), engineers printing outdoor parts in ASA or polypropylene, and anyone printing complex shapes with soluble supports. Resin users will find general-purpose and engineering resins from the same brand.
Frequently asked questions
Which FormFutura support material should I choose?
Match the support to your main filament: AquaSolve is made for PLA, Atlas Support for PETG and Helios Support for ABS and ASA. PVA-type supports absorb moisture quickly, so store the spool dry and dry it before printing if it has been open for a while.
Do I need a special nozzle for MetalFil?
Yes. According to FormFutura, MetalFil should be printed with a hardened nozzle of 0.4 mm or larger, with retraction enabled. It works with full-metal, PEEK and PTFE hotends and with both direct drive and Bowden extruders.
Where are the FormFutura resins?
The Platinum LCD and Engineering SLA Series resins are in our resin section, not among the filaments.
Browse all FormFutura filaments or see the FormFutura resins in resins for 3D printing.