FDMPLA-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polylactide)
High-quality display models, dimensionally stable prototypes, fixture concepts and rigid indoor covers.
Material details about PLA-CFFDM / CARBON FIBRE REINFORCED PLASTICSCarbon fibre.
Carbon fibre.
Matched to the task.
Greater stiffness, a technical surface finish and a choice of base plastics. CF describes the reinforcement. Your application determines which material suits your part.
Compare all 9 variants
Compare materials by application, thermal performance and mechanical properties.
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The base polymer matters.
Temperature behaviour, chemical resistance and moisture absorption depend largely on the plastic used.
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Geometry plays its part.
Load paths, wall thicknesses and print orientation help put the added stiffness to effective use.
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Choose with purpose.
From PLA-CF for rigid models to PPS-CF for demanding functional parts: compare the strengths of the different base plastics.
Which CF suits your part?
The strengths and typical applications of carbon fibre materials at a glance.
| Material | Key strength | Example application | Selection considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLA-CF Polylactic acid as the base plastic | The fibre filling combines high stiffness with a distinctive surface and well-defined detail. | High-quality display models, dimensionally stable prototypes, fixture concepts and rigid indoor covers. | For flexible clips, heavy impacts or sustained heat exposure, we consider a tougher or more thermally suitable alternative. |
| PETG-CF Glycol-modified polyethylene terephthalate as the base plastic | PETG-CF combines the practical versatility of PETG with added stiffness and a high-quality technical surface finish. | Rigid brackets, equipment housings, assembly aids and dimensionally stable functional prototypes. | For frequent bending or high impact loads, a tougher grade is often a better fit. Heat exposure and contact with substances are considered for each project. |
| PET-CF Polyethylene terephthalate as the base plastic | Carbon fibres support high stiffness and a consistent technical surface finish with low sensitivity to moisture. | PET-CF is suitable for rigid assembly holders, precision brackets, fixtures and functional components with specific shape requirements. | Heat treatment is part of the material specification described. Close fits and thin overhangs are designed accordingly. |
| ASA-CF Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate as the base plastic | Weather resistance and fibre stiffness support dimensionally stable parts with a high-quality matt finish. | Rigid outdoor panels, equipment brackets, covers and custom housings exposed to direct sunlight. | Duration, climate and mechanical loads determine the design. For spring tabs and repeated bending, we select a more suitable grade. |
| PA-CF Polyamide as the base plastic | A nylon base and fibre filling combine mechanical capability with high dimensional stability and a textured surface. | Gripper parts, assembly holders, adapters and functional housings for machinery and fixtures. | Moisture affects dimensions and mechanical behaviour. Functional dimensions and loads are matched to the eventual operating conditions. |
| PA12-CF Polyamide 12 as the base plastic | This material combines high stiffness with low sensitivity to moisture, making it an attractive option for dimensionally accurate technical parts. | Precision assembly aids, fixtures, gauges and rigid connecting elements. | For impact loads or spring connections, we consider the geometry and a tougher material variant. |
| PC-CF Polycarbonate as the base plastic | The fibre-filled polycarbonate base provides high stiffness for compact parts with low deflection. | Rigid equipment brackets, mounting plates, housing components and precision functional prototypes. | Compatibility with cleaning agents and solvents needs to be checked. Spring features or geometries exposed to strong impacts require specific design consideration. |
| PPA-CF Polyphthalamide as the base plastic | PPA and carbon fibres offer high stiffness and strong performance for demanding operating conditions. | Rigid assembly fixtures, heat-exposed brackets and compact technical functional parts. | Load direction and operating duration are decisive when selecting the material. More compliant grades are suitable for flexible connections. |
| PPS-CF Polyphenylene sulphide as the base plastic | PPS combined with carbon fibres offers high dimensional stability, low moisture absorption and a capable foundation for technical parts. | PPS-CF is suitable for rigid brackets, housings and tooling components in thermally or chemically demanding environments. | Geometry is specifically adapted for impact loads and very thin connections. Substance exposure, temperature and sustained loads are considered together. |
The variants in detail.
Applications and material properties for each base plastic.
FDM
FDMPETG-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced glycol-modified polyethylene terephthalate)
Rigid brackets, equipment housings, assembly aids and dimensionally stable functional prototypes.
Material details about PETG-CF
FDMPET-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polyethylene terephthalate)
PET-CF is suitable for rigid assembly holders, precision brackets, fixtures and functional components with specific shape requirements.
Material details about PET-CF
FDMASA-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced acrylonitrile styrene acrylate)
Rigid outdoor panels, equipment brackets, covers and custom housings exposed to direct sunlight.
Material details about ASA-CF
FDMPA-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polyamide)
Gripper parts, assembly holders, adapters and functional housings for machinery and fixtures.
Material details about PA-CF
FDMPA12-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polyamide 12)
Precision assembly aids, fixtures, gauges and rigid connecting elements.
Material details about PA12-CF
FDMPC-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polycarbonate)
Rigid equipment brackets, mounting plates, housing components and precision functional prototypes.
Material details about PC-CF
FDMPPA-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polyphthalamide)
Rigid assembly fixtures, heat-exposed brackets and compact technical functional parts.
Material details about PPA-CF
FDMPPS-CF (carbon-fibre-reinforced polyphenylene sulphide)
PPS-CF is suitable for rigid brackets, housings and tooling components in thermally or chemically demanding environments.
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