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Finish effect

Density

0 g/cm³ - 2 g/cm³

Print properties

Printing temperature

190 ºC - 400 ºC

Print bed temperature

0 ºC - 165 ºC

Mechanical properties

Impact strength

0 KJ/m² - 110 KJ/m²

Elongation at break

0 % - 110 %

Tensile strength

0 MPa - 160 MPa

Tensile modulus

0 MPa - 16000 MPa

Flexural strength

0 MPa - 190 MPa

Flexural modulus

0 MPa - 29000 MPa

Surface hardness (scale)

0 - 9

Thermal properties

Softening temperature (ºC)

50 ºC - 310 ºC

Highlighted features

Reinforced

Reinforced filaments that integrate carbon, glass or aramid fibres into the polymeric base to increase the strength, stiffness and durability of the parts. Available in many formats and with special properties.

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About reinforced filaments

Filaments reinforced with carbon, glass, or aramid fibers represent a significant advancement in 3D printing materials, offering unparalleled strength, stiffness, and durability. These composite filaments combine traditional thermoplastics with high-performance fibers to create materials with enhanced mechanical properties suitable for demanding applications. Carbon fiber-reinforced filaments provide exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and stiffness, making them ideal for structural components and lightweight parts. Glass fiber-reinforced filaments offer improved impact resistance and dimensional stability, while aramid fiber-reinforced filaments provide excellent abrasion resistance and heat tolerance.

Considerations

Printing with fiber-reinforced filaments requires careful consideration of printer settings and equipment to optimize print quality and material performance. These filaments often require higher extrusion temperatures and specialized abrasion resistant nozzles to accommodate the fiber presence and ensure proper adhesion between layers. Additionally, adjustments to print speeds and cooling settings may be necessary to minimize warping and achieve optimal layer adhesion. Despite these considerations, fiber-reinforced filaments offer superior mechanical properties and dimensional stability, making them valuable materials for a wide range of applications.

Applications

The applications for fiber-reinforced filaments are diverse and span various industries and disciplines. In aerospace and automotive engineering, these filaments are used to produce lightweight yet strong components such as drones, aircraft parts, and automotive prototypes. In the field of manufacturing, fiber-reinforced filaments are employed to create tools, jigs, and fixtures with enhanced mechanical properties and longevity. Additionally, in the sporting goods industry, these filaments are utilized to manufacture high-performance equipment such as bike frames, skis, and helmets. With their exceptional strength, stiffness, and durability, fiber-reinforced filaments continue to push the boundaries of what is achievable with 3D printing technology, enabling innovation and advancement across diverse sectors.