We will remain closed until January 1st due to the Christmas holidays. Orders received until Thursday, December 26th will be shipped on Friday, December 27th. Orders received from Friday, December 27th will be shipped on January 2nd. Happy Holidays!

Display Nav Left

Language:

Compare

You must be logged in to manage your wishlist.

PolyLite PC

Ref.: PC-POLYLITE-TRANSPARENT-175-1000

28.92 €

Tax excl.

Diameter

Format

Colour

Quantity

In stock 0 units available for immediate shipping.
units available for shipping in 15 - 21 days Available for shipment within 15 - 21 days

Product temporarily out of stock with these characteristics. Select another combination.

We notify you when it will be available:

Approximate delivery date: Wednesday 22 January - Thursday 30 January

Available

Returns

Ask about this product

PolyLite PC is an engineering filament within the renowned Polymaker family of PolyLite filaments, designed meticulously with top-tier raw materials to ensure unparalleled quality and reliability. Tailored to cater to diverse design and prototyping needs, PolyLite stands as a comprehensive solution encapsulating the most sought-after 3D printing materials.

Video 1: About Polylite PC. Source: Polymaker.

Crafted from polycarbonate engineered specifically for 3D printing purposes, PolyLite PC offers a combination of superior stiffness, impressive heat resistance reaching up to 120°C, and inherent light-diffusing properties. Its versatility finds use in various applications such as utility hooks, brackets, and functional household items due to its robustness and thermal endurance.

Lampshade 3D printed with the PolyLite PC filament

Image 1: Lampshade 3D printed with the PolyLite PC filament. Source: Polymaker.

Beyond its structural prowess, the filament's inherent transparency allows for efficient light diffusion, making it a stellar choice for applications in lighting fixtures and lampshades. However, the printing of sizable PC parts necessitates an enclosed chamber to ensure optimal printing conditions and prevent warping or imperfections.

Lampshade 3D printed with the PolyLite PC filament

Image 2: Lampshade 3D printed with the PolyLite PC filament. Source: Polymaker.

An essential post-printing recommendation for PolyLite PC involves an immediate annealing process at 90 °C for 2 hours aimed at releasing residual internal stress, thereby safeguarding the mechanical integrity of the printed part. Furthermore, PolyLite PC's surface can be refined through sanding to achieve a smoother finish, expanding its potential for a broader spectrum of applications that demand a refined aesthetic touch.

General information
Material	PC
Format	1 kg / 3 kg
Density	1.19 g/cm³
Filament diameter	1.75 / 2.85 mm
Filament tolerance	±0.05 mm
Filament length	(Ø 1.75 mm -1 kg) ±349.4 m / (Ø 2.85 mm -1 kg) ±131.7 m / (Ø 1.75 mm -3 kg) ±1048.1 m / (Ø 2.85 mm -3 kg) ±395.2 m

Mechanical properties
Elongation at break	(ASTM D638) XY: 4.8 ± 0.9 % / Z: 2.7 ± 0.1 %
Tensile strength	(ASTM D638) XY: 69.1 ± 3.0 MPa / Z: 52.8 ± 1.7 MPa
Tensile modulus	(ASTM D638) XY: 2497 ± 154 MPa / Z: 2371 ± 55 MPa
Flexural strength	(ASTM D790) XY: 106.1 ± 1.6 MPa / Z: - MPa
Flexural modulus	(ASTM D790) XY: 2640 ± 47 MPa / Z: - MPa
Surface hardness	-
Impact strength	20 KJ/m²

Printing properties
Printing temperature	250-270 ºC
Print bed temperature	90-105 ºC
Chamber temperature	✓
Cooling fan	✗
Recommended printing speed	30-50 mm/s

Thermal properties
Softening temperature	(ISO 306) 119.5 ºC

Specific properties
Transparency	(GB/T 2410) 89 %

Other
HS Code	3916.9
Spool diameter (outer)	(1 kg) 200 mm
Spool diameter (inner hole)	(1 kg) 55 mm
Spool width	(1 kg) 68 mm

PolyLite PC must be stored properly to prevent filament from getting moist. An ideal solution is to store it in a vacuum-sealed container (using the filament drying capsule from Slice Engineering for even better results), in a smart filament container, or in the PolyBox storage box that keeps the filament dry during printing. If the PolyLite PC filament absorbs too much moisture, it should be dried for 8 h at 80 ºC.

The recommended printing settings for PolyLite PC filament are an extrusion temperature of 250-270 °C at a speed of 30-50 mm/s, on a heated bed at 90-105 °C, preferably with a heated chamber, especially for large parts. The best print surface for PolyLite PC filament is BuildTak, glass, or PEI, with the adhesive Magigoo PC for even stronger adhesion. You'll find more printing instructions in the technical data sheet in the Downloads section.

Complex structures can be 3D printed using PolyLite PC filament and a support filament, such as PolyDissolve S2. To print with supports, a 3D printer with at least two extruders is required.

Furthermore, the manufacturer recommends annealing 3D printed parts with PolyLite PC filament immediately after printing to release any residual internal stresses. The recommended annealing settings are 2 hours at 90 °C.