1. Product Introduction

  • High Strength & Rigidity: Carbon fiber reinforcement boosts tensile strength and stiffness.
  • Dimensional Stability: Minimal warping and shrinkage for precise, repeatable prints.
  • Heat & Chemical Resistance: Withstands oils, solvents, and harsh conditions.
  • Lightweight & Durable: Strong yet light due to carbon fiber infusion.
  • Smooth Printing: Reduced clogging, excellent interlayer bonding, and crack-free results.

2. Applications

  • Automotive & Aerospace: High-temperature and load-bearing parts.
  • Industrial Tooling: Jigs, fixtures, and durable machine components.
  • Functional Prototypes: High-strength prototypes for engineering validation.
  • Robotics & Drones: Lightweight yet strong frames and mechanical parts.
  • Manufacturing & Engineering: Precision components with superior durability.

3. Property Data

Mechanical Properties Unannealed     Annealed Method
Tensile Stress at Break (MPa) 75 73 ISO 527
Young’s Modulus (MPa) 6000 6760 ASTM D638
Elongation at Break(%) 2.6 1.5 ASTM D638
Charpy impact strength (KJ/m^2) 9 4.8 -
Bending Strength (MPa) 117 116 -
Bending Modulus (MPa) 5650 5950 -
Vicat softening temperature °C 222 - -
Glass Transition Temperature 135 - -
IZOD Impact (Notched 72F) kJ/m 36 - -
Heat Deflection Values(°C) 76.6/86.7 118/176 Method A / B
Melting Point (C) 250 -
Filament Density g/cm3 1.3 - ISO 1183
Water Absorption g/cm³ 0.5% - ISO 62 Method 1

4. Preparing for Printing

Drying Dry at 90°C for 4-6 hours, only when damp.
Bed Temperature Range from 70°C to 90°C
First Layer Settings Level the bed and slow down speed

5. Print Setting for PET-CF

Nozzle Temperature 280-320°C
Recommended Nozzle Diameter 0.4-1.0mm (hardened steel or higher grade)
Recommended Build Surface PEI or coat with PVP glue stick
Build Plate Temperature 60-80°C
Raft Separation Distance 0.08-0.12mm
Cooling Fan Speed On but at Low Speed
Print Speed 30-120mm/s
Max Extrusion Volumetric Speed 20mm³/s at 320°C
Retraction Distance 1-3mm
Retraction Speed 1800-3600mm/min

6. Moisture Management

Storage Tip Recommendation
Sealed Packaging Keep in an airtight aluminum foil bag to protect against moisture.
Use Desiccants Include desiccants to absorb moisture and maintain dryness.
Avoid Sunlight & Heat Keep away from direct sunlight and high temperatures to prevent degradation.
Temperature Control Keep at room temperature, avoiding extreme heat or cold.
Annealing Heat at 90-100°C for 4-6 hours to enhance hardness, or use directly without annealing.

7. Troubleshooting Common Issues

Issue Reason Solution
Stringing 1. Printing temperature is too high 2. Retraction setting is improper

1. Reduce the printing temperature by 5-10℃.

2. Increase the retraction distance and speed to effectively pull the filament away from the nozzle.

Popping sounds and poor surface quality Moisture Impact: Damp filament can cause bubbles or popping sounds during extrusion as moisture evaporates at high printing temperatures.

1. Dry PET-CF in oven set at 90°C for 4-6 hours.

2. Store the filament in a sealed bag with desiccants.

8. Enhanced Heat Performance Through Annealing 

Experience even higher thermal resistance with our PET-CF filament through a simple annealing process. Post-print annealing at 90°C for 4 hours can significantly improve the heat deflection temperature (HDT) and increase material hardness. This thermal treatment optimizes the crystalline structure of PET, resulting in enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties ideal for high-temperature applications.