BigRep PA12-CF

PA12 CF Carbon Fiber Reinforced Nylon Filament

PA12 CF is a high-performance engineering filament designed for applications that demand strength, durability, and lightweight performance. Made from Nylon 12 reinforced with 10% chopped carbon fiber, PA12 CF delivers exceptional stiffness, dimensional stability, and a high strength-to-weight ratio.

Engineered for functional parts and production environments, PA12 CF is an excellent choice for tooling, fixtures, jigs, grippers, end-of-arm tooling, and lightweight end-use components. The carbon fiber reinforcement improves rigidity and surface quality while reducing part weight compared to traditional engineering plastics.

In addition to its mechanical performance, PA12 CF offers excellent resistance to oils, alcohols, salts, and many industrial chemicals, making it suitable for demanding manufacturing, automotive, and industrial applications. Its durability and resistance to long-term stress allow printed parts to be used directly from the printer with little or no post-processing.

Key Benefits

• Carbon fiber reinforced for added stiffness and strength
• High strength-to-weight ratio
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Durable under long-term mechanical stress
• Very good chemical resistance
• Lightweight compared to many engineering materials
• Professional surface finish and appearance

Typical Applications

• Manufacturing fixtures and jigs
• End-of-arm tooling and robotic grippers
• Automotive components
• Functional prototypes
• Lightweight end-use parts
• Industrial tooling
• Production aids and replacement parts

PA12 CF combines the toughness of Nylon 12 with the rigidity of carbon fiber reinforcement, making it an ideal material for engineers and manufacturers seeking lightweight, durable, and production-ready components.

Specifications

Material: Polyamide 12 (PA12) with 10% Carbon Fiber

Physical Properties

• Diameter: 2.85 mm
• Density: 1.07 g/cm³

Mechanical Properties

• Tensile Strength: 52 MPa
• Tensile Modulus: 2400 MPa
• Flexural Strength: 70 MPa
• Flexural Modulus: 1950 MPa
• Notched Impact Strength: 11 kJ/m²

Thermal Properties

• Heat Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa): 45°C
• Heat Deflection Temperature (0.45 MPa): 48°C
• Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): 55°C
• Melting Temperature (Tm): 170°C

Recommended Print Settings

• Nozzle Temperature: 260–300°C
• Build Plate Temperature: 40–60°C
• Cooling Fan: 0–50%

Additional Information

• Drying Recommendation: 80°C for 6–8 hours
• REACH Compliant: Yes
• RoHS Compliant: Yes
• FDA Compliant: No