Description
Bambu PPA-CF is a premium fiber-reinforced nylon that provides industrial-grade printing quality with precise 1:1 reproduction. Recognised for its exceptional mechanical properties and reliable performance in humid and high-temperature environments, Bambu PPA-CF is ideal for a wide range of engineering applications, from mechanical prototypes to automotive components. Its broad compatibility with various printers sets a new benchmark for professional engineering filaments, enabling you to harness its full potential to bring your designs to life!
Bambu PPA-CF is compatible with P1S, X1C, and X1E printers, requiring only an enclosure and a hardened steel nozzle. This filament is surprisingly easy to use, printing smoothly at nozzle temperatures between 280°C and 310°C.
Note: PPS-CF is NOT compatible with AMS or AMS Lite.
Key Features
- Strength comparable to metal
- Precision that meets industrial standards
- Consistent performance in humid conditions
- Outstanding reliability in high temperatures
Printing Tips
Drying Recommendations:
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Drying Temperature:
- In a blast drying oven: 100°C to 140°C for 8 to 12 hours.
- On an X1 printer's heatbed: 110°C to 120°C for 10 to 12 hours (less effective than a blast drying oven).
Important Note: Higher temperatures within the drying range yield better results, but do not exceed 160°C to avoid damaging the spool.
Additional Information: For more details, refer to the Printing Tips for Engineering Materials on the Bambu Lab WIKI.
Storage Tips:
- Storage Condition: To prevent the filament from absorbing moisture, use an airtight storage container with desiccant during printing.
- For Further Details: Please refer to the Printing Tips for Engineering Materials on the Bambu Lab WIKI.
Annealing Prints:
- If you need to anneal the prints, please consult the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and the Bambu Lab WIKI section on Work After Printing Finished.
Interface Layer:
- To prevent the filament from damaging the printing surface and to enhance model adhesion, apply a thin coat of glue stick for optimal results.
Model Overview
| Bambu PA6-CF | Bambu PAHT-CF | Bambu PPA-CF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection Temperature / ℃ (0.45 MPa) | 186 ℃ | 194 ℃ | 227 ℃ |
| Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Dry State) | 5460 MPa | 4230 MPa | 9860 MPa |
| Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Wet State) | 3560 MPa | 3640 MPa | 9620 MPa |
| Decline Rate of Stiffness | 34.8% | 13.9% | 2.4% |
| Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Dry State) | 151 MPa | 125 MPa | 208 MPa |
| Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Wet State) | 95 MPa | 115 MPa | 202 MPa |
| Decline Rate of Strength | 37.1% | 8.0% | 2.9% |
| Saturated Water Absorption Rate (25 ℃, 55% RH) | 2.35% | 0.88% | 1.30% |
Note: Information on Testing Samples in Both Dry and Wet Conditions. Dimension is 80 * 10 * 4 mm3, Sparse Fill Pattern is Concentric, Sparse Fill Density is 100%.
The performance of prints depends not only on the printer and printing temperature but also on the product's orientation (XY direction is significantly better than the Z direction), wall loops, sparse infill pattern, sparse infill density, size, structure, shape, and other factors.
| Recommended Printing Settings for PPA-CF | |
|---|---|
| Drying Settings (Blast Drying Oven) | 100 - 140 ℃, 8 - 12 h |
| Printing and Keeping, Container's Humidity | <20% RH (Sealed, with Desiccant) |
| Nozzle Temperature | 280 - 310 ℃ |
| Bed Temperature (with Glue) | 100 - 120 ℃ |
| Printing Speed | < 100 mm/s |
| Physical Properties | |
| Density | 1.25 g/cm³ |
| Vicat Softening Temperature | 232 ℃ |
| Heat Deflection Temperature | 227 ℃ |
| Melting Temperature | 258 ℃ |
| Melt Index | 8.4 ± 0.7 g/10 min |
| Mechanical Properties | |
| Tensile Strength | 168 ± 4 MPa |
| Breaking Elongation Rate | 3.2 ± 0.4 % |
| Bending Modulus | 9860 ± 480 MPa |
| Bending Strength | 208 ± 6 MPa |
| Impact Strength | 41.7 ± 2.8 kJ/m² |
Package Contents
- Filament x 1 & Desiccant x 1
- Package x 1
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