BigRep PA12 CF
Strong, durable, and with a high strength-to-weight ratio, PA12 CF is a perfect choice for parts with daily production usage under long-term stress.
Description
BigRep's PA12 CF is a strong and resistant engineering-grade filament. Stiff, durable, and with a great surface quality, PA12 CF is suitable for many professional tooling and automotive applications. It is perfect for functional parts production in a variety of industries without the extra need for chemical or mechanical post-processing. Print and use the part right away.
Being compounded with 10% chopped carbon fibers, it's ideal for functional applications usually produced of ABS, such as jigs, fixtures, grippers, or end-of-arm parts. Its high resistance and durability make PA12 CF suitable for daily production usage under long-term stress. Its high strength-to-weight ratio makes PA12 CF a perfect solution for lightweighting end-use parts. A reliable and easy-to-use engineering performance material, BigRep PA12 CF is optimized for large-format 3D printing on BigRep machines.
Highlights
- Stiff and Durable Parts
- Industry-Recognized Performance
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
- Great Surface Quality and Haptics
- Very Good Chemical Resistance
Technical Specification
Compatibility
| Supported BigRep Printers | VIIO 250, PRO |
| Recommended SWITCHPLATES | SWITCHPLATE Select, SWITCHPLATE Prime |
Filament Properties
| Material | Polyamide 12 with Carbon Fibers |
| Diameter | 2.85 mm |
| Density (ISO 1183) | 1.07 g/cm³ |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength (ISO 527) | 52 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (ISO 527) | 2400 MPa |
| Flexural Strength (ISO 178) | 70 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (ISO 178) | 1950 MPa |
| Impact Strength, Notched (ISO 179) | 11 kJ/m² |
Thermal Properties
| HDT A - 1.8 MPa (ISO 75) | 45 °C |
| HDT B - 0.45 MPa (ISO 75) | 48 °C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) (DSC) | 55 °C |
| Melting Temperature (Tm) (DSC) | 170 °C |
Recommended Printing Conditions
| Nozzle Temperature | 260 - 300 °C |
| Print Bed Temperature | 40 - 60 °C |
| Fan Speed | 0 - 50 % |
Other Information
| Drying recommendations | 80 °C for 6 - 8 hours |
| Reach Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Certified | Yes |
| FDA Compliant | No |
Packaging
| Package Weight (Approx.) | 2.3 kg |
The technical data provided herein are for general information and comparison purposes only. Mechanical strength and other properties of parts printed with these materials can vary greatly depending on print settings, user experience, and environmental conditions. We do not guarantee the suitability, safety, or performance of printed parts for any specific purpose. It is the responsibility of the user to test and determine whether the printed parts meet the requirements for their intended use. We do not accept any liability for damage, injury, or loss resulting from the use of this material or from parts made with this material. Please review all available safety information and perform your own testing before using this product in any application.
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