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Brands Tested
ProtoPasta
Carbon Fiber HTPLA
Carbon Fiber Composite HTPLA is a combination of milled carbon fibers and high-performance PLA. Resulting 3D printed prototypes and end-use parts are characterized by exceptional stability of form
Material Properties:
Base material: Heat treatable PLA w/ high temp resistance
Characteristics: Low hoder, non-toxic, renewably sourced
Additives: 10% by height high-purity, milled carbon fiber
Density: Approx. 1.3 g/cc
Surface Quality
++++
Strength
++++
Ease of Use
++++
Settings
Speed
(mm/sec)
20-40
Fan
(%)
20-40
ExtruderTemp
(Deg C)
205°C-230°C
Bed Temp
(Deg C)
0-60°C
Retraction
(mm)
0.75
Additional Recommendations
Stronger than standard CF PLA and can handle higher temperatures.
Similar print settings to CF PLA.
Printing at a low speed is recommended.
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