3D Systems SLS 380
Industrial-Scale SLS Production SolutionThe SLS 380 is engineered to transform additive manufacturing from prototyping to reliable, production-level operations. Built for industrial environments, it offers unprecedented throughput, consistency, and yield — all while minimizing manual intervention and cost per part. Its closed-loop thermal management and robust automation make it ideal for scaling 3D printing into your factory-floor workflows.
- Closed-Loop Thermal Control System
- High-Throughput Production Performance
- Automated Material Handling & Powder Management
Features and Benefits
Highlighting what makes the SLS 380 powerful and how it drives value.
Printer Specifications
Key printer specifications summarizing performance, capacity, and technology.
- Max Build Envelope Capacity (xyz): 381 x 330 x 460 mm
- Layer Thickness Range (typical): 0.08 – 0.15 mm
0.003 – 0.006 in
(0.10 mm, 0.004 in) - Volume Build Rate: up to 2.7 l/hr
- Imaging System: ProScan™ DX Digital
High Speed - Scanning Speed Fill Outline: Up-to 12.7 m/s (500 in/s)
Up-to 5 m/s (200 in/s) - Powder Layout: Variable Speed
Counter Rotating Roller - Thermal control: Consistent part quality build to build with eight zone heater control with thermal
imaging camera closed loop feedback. - Laser Power Type: 100 W CO2 Laser – Industrial grade
with Galvo scanners with Z-coil
Materials
Power Your Prints: Premium Materials for Every Need
DuraForm FR-106
DuraForm FR-106 is a flame-retardant nylon 11 material designed to achieve flame, smoke, and toxicity (FST) ratings for production parts. It offers excellent mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and long-term stability for demanding aerospace and industrial applications.
DuraForm PA CF (SLS)
DuraForm PA CF is a high-performance, carbon fiber-filled nylon material offering exceptional stiffness, low weight, and high temperature resistance. It delivers excellent dimensional stability and durability, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts in demanding industrial applications.
DuraForm PA11 Black
DuraForm PA11 Black is a production-grade, high-impact nylon 11 material with high elongation at break. It offers excellent toughness, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for durable functional prototypes and end-use parts in demanding industrial applications.
DuraForm PA11 Natural (SLS)
DuraForm PA11 Natural is a production-grade, high-impact nylon 11 material with high elongation at break. It offers excellent toughness, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for durable functional prototypes and end-use parts in demanding industrial environments.
DuraForm PA12 Black
DuraForm PA 12 Black is a production-grade nylon material offering long-term UV stability and toughness comparable to injection-molded thermoplastics. It delivers excellent surface finish, durability, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use industrial parts.
DuraForm PAx Black
DuraForm PAx Black is a high-impact nylon copolymer with excellent elongation and long-term stability, ideal for durable production parts. It offers superior toughness, recyclability, and consistent mechanical performance, making it suitable for functional prototypes and demanding end-use applications.
DuraForm PAx Natural (SLS)
DuraForm PAx Natural is a high-impact nylon copolymer with high elongation, designed for durable, production-grade parts. It offers excellent toughness, recyclability, and long-term stability, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use applications requiring flexibility and mechanical performance.
DuraForm ProX GF (SLS)
DuraForm ProX GF is a glass-filled polyamide (nylon) material offering excellent stiffness, rigidity, and heat resistance. Ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts, it delivers superior mechanical performance, dimensional stability, and durability for demanding industrial and high-temperature applications.
DuraForm ProX HST Composite (SLS)
DuraForm ProX HST Composite is a fiber-reinforced engineering plastic offering high stiffness and excellent temperature resistance. It delivers superior mechanical strength, durability, and environmental stability, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts in demanding industrial applications.
DuraForm ProX PA (SLS)
DuraForm ProX PA is a strong and tough polyamide (nylon 12) material engineered for functional prototypes and production parts. It offers balanced mechanical properties, durability, chemical resistance, and excellent surface resolution, making it ideal for complex, high-performance industrial applications.
DuraForm TPU 90A
DuraForm TPU 90A is a flexible elastomer material offering outstanding tear strength, wear resistance, and durability. It delivers excellent rebound, fatigue resistance, and surface quality, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts requiring long-term performance and flexibility.
Applications
A powerful solution for functional, end-use parts across diverse industrial applications.
3D Sprint® Workflow Software
3D Sprint® is the integrated software powering the SLS 380’s workflow. It offers a unified interface to prepare CAD files, optimize build jobs, and manage print queues. Built for production, 3D Sprint enables automated part nesting, build validation, and material tracking — all while maximizing throughput and maintaining part quality.
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