plastic for longer life® - the goal for every component and material that leaves the igus® gates is to improve the technology and, ideally, reduce costs. This also applies to the materials that have been specially developed for 3D printing in order to produce components with optimised sliding properties. In addition to SLS powders, igus® offers a large selection of materials with different filaments that can be individually optimised for every application. For example, iglidur® i3 is the ideal material for sliding applications and gears. The SLS powder can be processed down to the last detail with precise surfaces and exhibits extremely low wear with maximum strength. The results from the igus® test laboratory speak for themselves: Compared to conventional SLS materials, components made of iglidur® i3 have up to 30 times better abrasion resistance. This material is very well suited for gears as well as for rollers, gear racks, spur gears and bevel gears. In addition to iglidur® i3, the SLS powder iglidur® i6 is also suitable for any sliding applications. The material is characterised by its high abrasion resistance and high toughness as well as its certified food conformity in accordance with FDA and EU Regulation 10/2011. The material is particularly suitable for worm gears and for customised applications in the food industry.