Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 Raw Materials for 3D Printers PLA-CF-BCA15
1: Tensile strength hits 72MPa, 58% higher than pure PLA.
2: HDT reaches 85℃ at 0.45MPa, 55% higher.
3: Flexural modulus is 5500MPa, 2.8x pure PLA.
4: Impact strength is 10.5kJ/m², 48% higher.
5: MFR is 10g/10min at 190℃/2.16kg.
- Manufacturer: Carbon New Material
- OEM/ODM: Acceptable
- Color: Black
- Free samples: ≤10kg
- MOQ: 100kg
- Port: Xiamen
- Model: PLA-CF-BCA15
- Fillers: SCF
Ⅰ. PLA-CF15 Raw Materials
PLA CF15 Raw Materials are composite materials designed specifically for wire production of 3D Printers, using polylactic acid (PLA) as the matrix and uniformly blended with 15% short-cut carbon fiber (CF). PLA endows the material with excellent biodegradability and molding fluidity, which is compatible with the extrusion process of Extrusion Grade PLA CF15; the 15% carbon fiber content significantly enhances rigidity and heat resistance, solving the problem of easy deformation of pure PLA printed parts. PLA CF15 Raw Materials have uniform particles (2-4mm) and can be directly fed into the dedicated production line for Extrusion Grade PLA CF15, providing stable wire raw materials for 3D Printers while balancing environmental protection and mechanical properties.
Ⅱ. Key Properties of the Material (Including PLA CF15 Raw Materials)
1. Tensile Strength
When PLA CF15 Raw Materials are made into Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 wires, the tensile strength reaches 72MPa, which is 58% higher than that of pure PLA, meeting the load-bearing requirements of structural parts (such as mechanical brackets) printed by 3D Printers.
2. Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT)
Under a pressure of 0.45MPa, the heat deflection temperature of products made from PLA CF15 Raw Materials is 85℃, which is 55% higher than that of pure PLA (55℃), satisfying the usage needs of printed parts from 3D Printers in environments of 60-70℃.
3. Flexural Modulus
The flexural modulus of PLA CF15 Raw Materials reaches 5500MPa, which is 2.8 times that of pure PLA. Frame-like parts printed with Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 wires are resistant to bending under stress.
4. Impact Strength
The unnotched Izod impact strength is 10.5kJ/m², 48% higher than that of pure PLA, which prevents printed parts from 3D Printers from being damaged by collisions during transportation and improves the yield rate of downstream products using PLA CF15 Raw Materials.
5. Melt Flow Rate (MFR)
At 190℃ under 2.16kg, the MFR of PLA CF15 Raw Materials is 10g/10min, which is compatible with the production line of Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 (20-25m/min) and ensures stable wire diameter (±0.05mm) for 3D Printers.
Ⅲ. Main Applications of the Material
PLA CF15 Raw Materials are mainly used for producing Extrusion Grade PLA-CF15 wires, which are supplied to 3D Printers for applications in multiple fields: in the industrial sector, such as small automotive structural parts (sensor brackets) and electronic device housing prototypes (drone accessories); in the consumer sector, such as high-precision models (mechanical model parts) and DIY creative printed parts; in the medical sector, such as disposable positioning aids (surgical guides). In addition, PLA CF15 Raw Materials can also be used for small injection-molded parts, but the main direction is as wires for Extrusion Grade PLA CF15. Its 15% carbon fiber content balances the printing fluency and strength of 3D Printers, making it compatible with most FDM-type 3D Printers.
Ⅳ. Application Case of PLA CF15 Raw Materials in 3D Printing for Electronic Devices
An electronics manufacturer needed to print a battery compartment housing for a new drone, requiring a weight of ≤20g, resistance to high temperatures of 70℃, and no polishing after printing. The manufacturer used PLA CF15 Raw Materials to make Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 wires (1.75mm) and used 3D Printers (printing speed: 55mm/s, layer height: 0.2mm) for molding. The final housing weighed 18.2g and showed no deformation after a 48-hour constant temperature test at 70℃; moreover, the Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 wires made from PLA CF15% Raw Materials had no carbon fiber agglomeration during printing, and the surface roughness of the housing was Ra ≤2.8μm, allowing direct assembly and use. This case proves that PLA-CF15 Raw Materials can meet the precision and heat resistance requirements of electronic parts printed by 3D Printers, making them high-quality raw materials for Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 wires.
Ⅴ. Contact & Description
If you need to obtain detailed parameters of CF15 PLA Raw Materials, production processes for Extrusion Grade PLA-15%CF wires, or quotations, please feel free to contact us at any time; for technical specifications, you can click on the technical data sheet to view. It should be noted that the performance of different carbon fiber-reinforced materials (including PLA CF15 Raw Materials) varies depending on matrix resins (PLA/ABS), carbon fiber content (10%-20%), and processes; their advantages need to be evaluated through comparative tests with other materials based on the application requirements of 3D Printers. In addition, Extrusion Grade PLA CF15 raw materials from different manufacturers have different performance focuses, so it is recommended to conduct small-batch tests before mass procurement to ensure compatibility with your production line and 3D Printers.
CFRTP VERSUS CFRP
1. CFRTP demonstrates significantly faster processing time (5 minutes) compared to CFRP (45 minutes), representing a 90% reduction in manufacturing duration. 2. In terms of recyclability, CFRTP outperforms CFRP by a large margin, scoring 9 on a 1-10 scale versus CFRP's score of 2. 3. CFRTP exhibits superior impact resistance (90 kJ/m²) compared to CFRP (65 kJ/m²), showing approximately 38% better performance in this category. 4. While CFRP has higher temperature resistance (220°C) than CFRTP (180°C), both materials maintain adequate thermal performance for most applications. 5. CFRTP offers greater design flexibility (rating of 90) compared to CFRP (rating of 60), providing more versatility in manufacturing and application scenarios.
CFRTP VS. METALS
1. CFRTP exhibits the lowest density (1.50 g/cm³) among all compared materials, significantly outperforming traditional metals like steel (7.85 g/cm³) and copper (8.96 g/cm³), and even surpassing aluminum (2.70 g/cm³) and aluminum alloy (2.80 g/cm³). 2. In terms of strength-to-weight ratio, CFRTP demonstrates superior performance at 120 kN·m/kg, more than doubling the ratio of aluminum alloy (68 kN·m/kg) and far exceeding steel (26 kN·m/kg) and copper (14 kN·m/kg). 3. While steel shows the highest stiffness (200 GPa), CFRTP (150 GPa) outperforms aluminum (70 GPa), aluminum alloy (72 GPa), and copper (110 GPa), offering a favorable balance of rigidity and lightweight properties. 4. CFRTP achieves the highest corrosion resistance rating (9 on a 1-10 scale), surpassing all other materials including aluminum alloy (8), aluminum (7), copper (6), and steel (3), making it ideal for corrosive environments.
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What are CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites are materials where carbon fibers are incorporated into a thermoplastic matrix. They combine the strength and stiffness of carbon fibers with the processability and recyclability of thermoplastics. For instance, they are used in automotive parts like bumper beams.
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What are the benefits of CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites over traditional composites?
The key benefits include faster production cycles, easier recyclability, and better impact resistance. They also offer design flexibility. An example is in the manufacturing of consumer electronics casings where complex shapes can be achieved more easily.
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How are CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites processed?
Common processing methods include injection molding, extrusion, and compression molding. Injection molding is widely used for mass production. For example, in the production of small components for the medical industry.
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What industries use CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
They are utilized in aerospace, automotive, medical, and sports equipment industries. In aerospace, they can be found in interior components. In the medical field, they might be used in prosthetics.
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How does the carbon fiber content affect the properties of the composites?
Higher carbon fiber content generally leads to increased strength and stiffness but may reduce ductility. A moderate content is often balanced for specific applications. For example, a higher content might be preferred in structural parts of a race car.
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What are the challenges in using CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
Challenges include higher material costs, complex processing equipment requirements, and ensuring uniform fiber dispersion. Issues with adhesion between the fibers and the matrix can also arise. An example is in achieving consistent quality in large-scale production.
