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PROPERTIES AND HANDLING
This chapter contains general information about DuraForm ProX PA Plastic, its properties and how it should be handled. It
includes the following topics:
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Safety Data Sheets
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Material Handling
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Material Storage and Disposal
SAFETY DATA SHEET
3D Systems provides safety data sheets (SDSs) with safety and handling information for the DuraForm ProX PA Plastic material.
The document control number (DCN) for DuraForm ProX PA Plastic SDS is:
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DuraForm ProX PA Plastic: DCN 24168-S12-00-A
MATERIAL HANDLING
For complete information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for DuraForm ProX PA Plastic.
Observe the following:
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Avoid spilling material on the floor; and clean it up promptly if you do. Spilled material can cause floors to be very slippery.
NOTE: The operator must use an approved vacuum cleaner to clean up excess material. 3D Systems
recommends an ESD or explosion-proof model. Contact 3D Systems Customer Service for purchasing options.
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After vacuuming spilled material, use a wet mop to clean the floor. The powder is difficult to sweep up.
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Due to the small particle size of DuraForm ProX PA Plastic material, it is likely to become airborne during handling. For con-
ditions where exposure to dust is likely, 3D Systems recommends a NIOSH-approved dust respirator for dust appropriate
to the airborne concentration. Such conditions might include handling of material at the SLS system or the Material Quality
Control (MQC) System.
MATERIAL STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
This section contains storage information for DuraForm ProX PA Plastic, as well as disposal instructions.
General Storage Information
For information regarding the MQC System, refer to the
MQC 600 Single/Flex User Guide
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To avoid contamination, spilling, dust clouds, or mixing different types of materials:
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Store used material in properly labeled containers. Be aware that they are subject to contamination, unless you seal them
in some manner.
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Do not mix one type of material with another.
Storing DuraForm ProX PA
If the material becomes contaminated, its processing characteristics may change. This can produce undesirable results in part
quality. The following storage guidelines suggest ways to minimize contamination and keep powder under optimum conditions:
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Store at a temperature of 40°C or less.
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Seal the container.
Material Disposal
When disposing of DuraForm ProX PA, follow any local ordinances and the guidelines in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
