PCPBT has the typical characteristics of polycarbonate (impact resistance, for example) and PBT (good lubrication)
Impact resistant, Resistant to chemical aggression, Dimensional stability guaranteed
Applications: internal bumper, car bumpers, sensor bodies
PC ABS dedicated polymer alloy certified UL94 V0
used also in railway application
PA12 + GF15 is another material offered by Fiberlogy, which is a derivative of Nylon PA12.
It was created by reinforcing it with glass fiber (GF), which constitutes 15% of the product. This made it possible to significantly increase the durability, stiffness, and thermal and chemical resistance compared to pure Nylon. PA12 + GF15 has a stiffness of 3.6 GPa and a temperature resistance of up to 170°C.
The very low shrinkage ensures high dimensional stability. This combined with high durability makes engineering excellence achievable at home. This filament does not require a heated chamber. However, due to the high abrasiveness, steel or ruby nozzles should be used for printing in order to prevent excessive wear.
The following parameters are only suggested print settings for this material. To ensure the best print quality, it is necessary to choose the appropriate settings for a specific printer and printing conditions.
Nozzle Temperature | 255-270°C |
Bed Temperature | 90-110°C |
Closed chamber | not required |
Fan | 0-25% |
Flowrate | 90-100% |
Printing Speed | 35-60 mm/s |
Surface | PEI, glass, masking tape |
Retraction (direct) | 2-3 mm |
Retraction (bowden) | 4-6 mm |
Retraction Speed | 20-45 mm/s |
Drying conditions | 80°C / 4h |
Notes | The material has highly abrasive properties. We recommend the use of hardened steel or ruby nozzles. Wear gloves (the possibility of micro damages on the skin). Use a dust mask and protective glasses when processing. |
PA-CFJet
- engineering thermoplastic PA12 with 17% carbon fibers
- thanks to the carbon fibers, the material becomes harder and tougher with remaining impact resistance
- use for prototyping, 3D-printer parts, construction parts, mechanically and thermally stressed parts
- it has similar printing properties as ABS
- highly heat (up to 160 ° C), impact, chemical and mechanical resistant
- thanks to the carbon fibers, the material has a rougher matte graphite surface
PRINTING SETUP
Nozzle: 230 - 240 °C
Heatbed: 110 - 120 °C
▪ speed: 40mm/s
▪ draft-free heated environment
▪ print without object fan
▪ kapton printing bed, thicker Ultem, metal sheet, or double-sided Powder-coated PA Nylon Sheet by Prusa
MAGIGOO HT (ideal for PA-CFJet materials)
PCTG+CF filament is a revolutionary combination of the versatility of PCTG and unique properties of carbon fiber (CF).
The well-known PCTG filament has been enriched with 10% of carbon. This way, the material is much more stiff. Additionally, greater tensile strength in comparison with pure PCTG makes this filament a good choice for designs requiring increased strength. For engineers and designers who need a material which combines efficiency and technical excellence, PCTG+CF filament is the answer to these requirements, which paves the way for new possibilities in 3D printing.
Another advantage of this 3D printing filament is its reduced shrinkage. This makes it perfect for precision designs, especially for models with a complex geometry. The possibility to use Fiberlogy PCTG+CF in open 3D printers additionally enhances its versatility, allowing to use in different machines.
The following parameters are only suggested print settings for this material. To ensure the best print quality, it is necessary to choose the appropriate settings for a specific printer and printing conditions.
Nozzle Temperature | 250-270°C |
Bed Temperature | 90-110°C |
Closed chamber | not required |
Fan | 0-25% |
Flowrate | 90-100% |
Printing Speed | 35-60 mm/s |
Surface | masking tape, PVA glue, hairspray |
Retraction (direct) | 1-2 mm |
Retraction (bowden) | 3-5 mm |
Retraction Speed | 20-45 mm/s |
Drying conditions | 60°C / 4h |
Notes | The material has highly abrasive properties. We recommend the use of hardened steel or ruby nozzles. Due to the strong adhesion to the bed, it is not recommended to print directly on its surface or on glass. This can lead to damage. We recommend using a masking tape. |