Short description: PLA-CF is a composite variant of the standard PLA filament, reinforced with carbon fiber. This addition improves the stiffness, strength and thermal resistance of the material while keeping it lightweight. PLA-CF is ideal for applications where higher mechanical strength and reduced elongation is required compared to regular PLA.
Suitable uses:
- Parts that require higher strength and rigidity
- Structural components for drones, RC models
- Lightweight construction applications
- Prototypes that require greater resistance
Unsuitable uses:
- Applications that require a high degree of flexibility
- Parts that are exposed to long-term sunlight or high temperatures
- Applications where a smooth surface finish is required
Technical data:
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | approx. 1.3 g/cm³ |
| Vicat softening temperature | 60-65 °C (similar to PLA) |
| Heat deflection temperature | approx. 55-60 °C |
| Melting temperature | 160-180 °C |
| Tensile strength | 50-60 MPa (higher than PLA) |
| Elongation at break | Reduced compared to PLA |
| Bending modulus | Significantly higher than pure PLA |
| Bending strength | Increased compared to pure PLA |
| Impact resistance | Improved compared to PLA |