PPS-CF is a composite material made from carbon fiber-reinforced polyphenylene sulfide. The combination of PPS resin and carbon fiber gives PPS-CF exceptional properties, including excellent resistance to solvents, corrosion, heat, and flames. Additionally, it offers superior strength, stiffness, and dimensional stability, making it a specialized engineering plastic that meets the demands of unique and challenging applications.
Note: PPS-CF is for X1E printing only. The filament is also not compatible with AMS or AMS Lite.
Key features
- Ultra-High Heat Resistanse
- Top-Tier Flame Retardant Properties
- Peerless Mechanical Properties
- Solvent and Chemical Resistance
- Ultra-Low Water Absorption
Ultra-High Heat Resistance
PPS-CF boasts a heat deflection temperature of up to 264℃ under 0.45 MPa and can continuously operate at temperatures exceeding 200℃. This significantly outperforms normal PA-CF materials, which have maximum temperatures around 190°C and 120℃. Its exceptional heat resistance ensures outstanding creep resistance, making PPS-CF ideal for demanding industrial environments and applications.
| Filament Type |
PLA Basic |
ABS |
PC |
Normal PA-CF |
PA6-CF |
PET-CF |
PPA-CF |
PPS-CF |
| Heat Deflection Temperature / °C (0.45 MPa) |
57 °C |
87 °C |
117 °C |
184 °C |
186 °C |
205 °C |
227 °C |
264 °C |
Superior Flame Retardancy
PPS-CF achieves a UL-94 V-0 flame retardant rating, offering superior safety and reliability in critical areas such as electronics and automotive components. PPS-CF provides long-lasting durability and peace of mind even in the most demanding environments.
Unmatched Mechanical Properties
Combining the stiffness of PPS polymers with the reinforcing power of carbon fiber, PPS-CF offers exceptional stiffness, bending strength, and tensile strength. Its superior dimensional stability and resistance to warping ensure that large-scale prints maintain precision and avoid deformation during the printing process, making it perfect for high-precision applications.
|
PET-CF |
PPS-CF |
Improved % |
| Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Dry State) |
5320 MPa |
7160 MPa |
34.59% |
| Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Dry State) |
131 MPa |
142 MPa |
8.40% |
Ultra-Low Water Absorption
With an extremely low moisture absorption rate of just 0.05%, PPS-CF ensures that its mechanical and thermal properties remain stable even in humid conditions. Unlike normal PA-CF, which can soften and degrade when exposed to moisture, PPS-CF maintains its strength and durability, making it the superior option for applications requiring high moisture resistance.
Accessory Compatibility
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Recommended |
Not Recommended |
| Build Plate |
Smooth PEI Plate / Textured PEI Plate |
Cool Plate |
| Hotend |
Hardened Steel 0.4mm / 0.6mm (recommended) / 0.8 mm |
Hotend with Stainless Steel Nozzle (all size)
Hotend with Hardened Steel Nozzle (0.2 mm) |
| Glue |
Bambu Glue Stick |
Bambu Liquid Glue |
| AMS & AMS lite |
/ |
AMS & AMS lite |
Printing Tips
Bambu PPS-CF Printing Guidelines:
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Nozzle Temperature: Recommended range is 310 to 340°C.
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Chamber Temperature: Recommended range is 60 to 90°C.
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Tip: Using higher values within these ranges can enhance the mechanical properties of the printed parts, especially in the Z-direction.
Drying Recommendations:
- 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).
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Important Note: Higher temperatures within the drying range yield better results, but do not exceed 160°C to avoid damaging the spool.
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Additional Information: For more details, refer to Printing tips for Engineering materials on Bambu Lab WIKI.
Storage Tips:
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Storage Condition: To prevent the filament from absorbing moisture, use an airtight storage container with desiccant during printing.
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For Further Details: Please refer to Printing tips for Engineering materials on Bambu Lab WIKI.
Annealing Prints:
- If you need to anneal the prints, please refer to the Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and the WIKI section Work After Printing Finished on Bambu Lab.
Model Overview
|
PPS-CF |
PET-CF |
PA6-CF |
| Composition |
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), Carbon Fiber |
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), Carbon Fiber |
Nylon6 (PA6), Carbon Fiber |
| AMS & AMS lite Compatibility |
Not Compatible |
| Dry before Use |
Required |
| Sealed during Printing |
Sealed with desiccant |
| Printer Type |
Enclosed |
Enclosed (Recommended) / Open-frame |
Enclosed |
| Nozzle |
Hardened Steel 0.6 mm (recommended) / 0.4 mm / 0.8 mm |
| Nozzle Temperature |
310 - 340 ℃ |
260 - 300 ℃ |
260 - 300 ℃ |
| Bed Temperature |
100 - 120 ℃ |
80 - 110 ℃ |
100 - 110 ℃ |
| Toughness (Impact Strength - XY, Dry State) |
27.8 kJ/m² |
36.0 kJ/m² |
40.3 kJ/m² |
| Toughness (Impact Strength - XY, Wet State) |
27.8 kJ/m² |
37.3 kJ/m² |
57.2 kJ/m² |
| Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Dry State) |
142 MPa |
131 MPa |
151 MPa |
| Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Wet State) |
142 MPa |
127 MPa |
95 MPa |
| Layer Strength (Bending Strength - Z, Dry State) |
36 MPa |
49 MPa |
80 MPa |
| Layer Strength (Bending Strength - Z, Wet State) |
36 MPa |
46 MPa |
45 MPa |
| Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Dry State) |
7160 MPa |
5320 MPa |
5460 MPa |
| Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Wet State) |
7160 MPa |
5240 MPa |
3560 MPa |
| Layer Adhesion (Impact Strength - Z, Dry State) |
2.8 kJ/m² |
4.5 kJ/m² |
15.5 kJ/m² |
| Heat Resistance (HDT, 0.45 MPa, Dry State) |
264 ℃ |
205 ℃ |
186 ℃ |
| Saturated Water Absorption Rate (25 °C, 55% RH) |
0.05% |
0.37% |
2.35% |
| Recommended Printing Settings for PPS-CF |
| Drying Settings before Printing |
100 - 140 ℃, 8 - 12 h |
| Printing and Keeping, Container's Humidity |
<20% RH (Sealed, with Desiccant) |
| Nozzle Temperature |
310 - 340 ℃ |
| Bed Temperature (with Glue) |
100 - 120 ℃ |
| Printing Speed |
< 100 mm/s |
| Physical Properties |
| Density |
1.26 g/cm³ |
| Vicat Softening Temperature |
268 ℃ |
| Heat Deflection Temperature |
264 ℃ |
| Melting Temperature |
284 ℃ |
| Melt Index |
11.48 ± 1.23 g/10 min |
| Mechanical Properties |
| Tensile Strength |
87 ± 5 MPa |
| Breaking Elongation Rate |
1.2 ± 0.4 % |
| Bending Modulus |
7160 ± 280 MPa |
| Bending Strength |
142 ± 5 MPa |
| Impact Strength |
27.8 ± 2.3 kJ/m² |
Extended Specifications