Spectrum PA6 Low Warp CF15S Filament

Low shrinkage and high strength enhanced by the advantages of carbon fibers

Polyamide 6 is one of the strongest materials used in desktop 3D printing technology. It is characterized by a combination of mechanical strength, rigidity, vibration damping capability, and abrasion resistance that is unmatched by other filaments. In addition to its broad range of properties, it also offers excellent chemical resistance and the ability to operate continuously at high temperatures.

By introducing the thermally stabilized composite material Spectrum PA6 Low Warp CF15S filled with carbon fibers, we decided to raise the bar for nylon filaments even higher. Spectrum PA6 Low Warp CF15S is a true specialist for heavy-duty applications. The “LowWarp” variant contains additional additives that improve the flow of the material during extrusion – resulting in better adhesion of material particles. The use of 15% carbon fibers leads to more than double the stiffness and increased tensile strength (up to 120 MPa). In addition, Spectrum PA6 Low Warp CF15S offers higher thermal resistance with an HDT of 180 °C (0.45 MPa) compared to the unfilled version. The fiber content reduces the shrinkage typical of most high-temperature materials, significantly simplifying the printing process and giving prints an aesthetic “carbon” appearance.

Spectrum PA6 Low Warp CF15S is the best choice for printing functional models that require high stiffness and consistent resistance to high temperatures and chemicals. It can be successfully used in the automotive, aerospace, and modeling industries.

Advantages

• double the stiffness compared to unmodified polyamide

• high mechanical performance and abrasion resistance

• excellent chemical resistance

• thermal resistance HDT – 180 °C (0.45 MPa)

• suitable for desktop printers without a heated chamber

• matte, carbon-like print surface

• excellent layer adhesion

Applications:

• functional prototypes

• manufacturing jigs and fixtures

• working machine and device components – rotors, gears

• guides, gear racks, guide rollers

• production of protective rings and plates with increased resistance to chemicals and corrosion