3DXTech FireWire FR-PC-ABS UL94 V-0 Flame-Retardant PC/ABS — USA-Made Engineering Filament
UL94 V-0 Flame-Retardant PC/ABS — USA-Made Engineering Filament
FireWire™ FR-PC-ABS is a flame-retardant PC/ABS alloy built on a UL94 V-0 rated base resin — it pairs the high-heat resistance and strength of polycarbonate with the printability of ABS. Parts self-extinguish rather than sustaining a flame, hold their shape past a 125°C heat-deflection temperature, and print more smoothly than most industrial-grade engineering materials. Compounded in 3DXTech's 68,000 sq-ft Grand Rapids, Michigan facility. Full specifications →
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USA-made flame-retardant PC/ABS, on a UL94 V-0 rated base resin, with a published datasheet behind it.
3DXTech compounds FireWire FR-PC-ABS in Grand Rapids, Michigan with published print and material data — no mystery filament. Rev1 Technologies is your authorized 3DXTech reseller and US support partner, Auburn Hills, Michigan.
A flame-retardant polycarbonate alloy you can actually print.
FireWire FR-PC-ABS blends polycarbonate and ABS on a UL94 V-0 rated flame-retardant base resin. The polycarbonate contributes higher strength and a 125°C heat-deflection temperature; the ABS contributes easy, reliable printing; and the flame-retardant chemistry makes parts self-extinguish rather than feed a fire. Its amorphous structure gives low, near-isotropic shrinkage, so large functional parts stay dimensionally accurate. 3DXTech compounds it in the USA into consistent filament you can run on a capable high-temperature FDM printer.
More heat and strength than ABS — without a fire risk.
A self-extinguishing PC/ABS that prints on standard hardware.
Straight polycarbonate is strong and heat-resistant but demanding to print; standard ABS prints easily but softens sooner and burns. FR-PC-ABS sits between them: it carries a 137°C glass-transition temperature and a 125°C HDT with 60 MPa tensile strength, while still printing more smoothly than most industrial-grade materials. You get UL94 V-0 base-resin flame performance in a filament that runs on a heated-bed printer with a high-temperature hotend and a standard brass nozzle.
Engineered to minimize fire risk.
FireWire FR-PC-ABS is built on a UL94 V-0 rated base resin — the strictest common flammability classification for 3D-printing polymers — so parts contribute far less to fire propagation than standard ABS or unmodified PC/ABS.
Flames self-extinguish within seconds and no flaming drips ignite material below — the strictest common UL94 vertical-burn class.
On flame exposure the material chars and goes out rather than continuing to burn, reducing fire spread in a fault condition.
A 125°C heat-deflection temperature and 137°C Tg keep parts stable in hot enclosures and near heat-generating electronics.
Made for end-use parts that require UL94 V-0 self-extinguishing behavior in regulated automotive, aerospace, and industrial work.
Flame retardancy without collapsing performance — 60 MPa tensile and 85 MPa flexural strength keep parts sturdy.
3DXTech publishes the FR-PC-ABS data sheet with test standards — no undocumented "fireproof" claims.
Real engineering properties, from the published TDS.
3DXTech's published FireWire FR-PC-ABS values (TDS Rev 3.0), tested on an open-source FDM/FFF machine — 0.4 mm nozzle, 0.25 mm layer, 100% infill, 275°C / 120°C, ISO methods.
Strong, stiff, and dimensionally stable.
Polycarbonate reinforcement where it counts.
The polycarbonate content lifts FR-PC-ABS above standard ABS: 60 MPa tensile strength, a 2250 MPa tensile modulus, and 85 MPa flexural strength on a 2300 MPa flexural modulus. Its amorphous chemistry gives low, near-isotropic shrinkage, so complex geometries — brackets, ducting, impellers, housings — come off the bed accurate and hold up under real mechanical load.
Strength at break (ISO 527) — sturdy, load-bearing parts.
Stiffness under load (ISO 527) — parts hold their shape.
Ductility at break (ISO 527) — tougher and less brittle than straight PC.
Strong in bending (ISO 178), backed by a 2300 MPa flexural modulus.
Glass transition by DSC — a high softening threshold for an FDM thermoplastic.
Density per ISO 1183 — consistent, predictable part weights.
A high-temp hotend, a hot bed, and an enclosure.
3DXTech's recommended starting conditions. FR-PC-ABS runs hotter than ABS because of the polycarbonate content, so you need a hotend that reaches 285°C and a stable, enclosed chamber — but it is unfilled and non-abrasive, so no hardened nozzle is required.
High-temperature hotend range (TDS specimen run at 275°C) — an all-metal hotend is recommended.
A hot bed with a suitable adhesive gives reliable first-layer grip and reduces warp on the polycarbonate blend.
An enclosure keeps ambient temperature stable and helps large PC/ABS parts resist warping and layer cracking.
Like the rest of the FireWire line, print in a ventilated space — the flame-retardant chemistry has a noticeable odor.
No hardened nozzle needed — the blend is unfilled and non-abrasive, so a standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle is fine.
PC/ABS is hygroscopic; drying at 80°C for ~6 hours gives the best surface finish and layer consistency.
Built for hot, load-bearing parts where fire risk is a design constraint.
From automotive and aerospace to consumer electronics and industrial equipment, flame-retardant materials like FireWire FR-PC-ABS help minimize fire risk, support compliance with safety standards, and improve long-term reliability — especially for functional parts that see mechanical load and heat approaching 125°C, such as electrical housings, connectors, and under-hood hardware.
Check the reel fits your printer.
Standard spool dimensions — confirm it fits your AMS or dry box.
3DXTech ships FireWire FR-PC-ABS on consistent, standard reels.
Before you buy, check the outer diameter, width, and center bore against your printer's spool holder, automated material system, or drybox. Open the full 3DXTech reel infographic for the exact dimensions of the 750 g spool.
View reel dimensions →FR-PC-ABS vs. standard PC/ABS vs. FireWire FR-ABS.
Approximate positioning among common engineering filaments in the ABS / PC-ABS family — confirm exact figures against each technical data sheet.
3DXTech's published property chart.
The quick-reference numbers, straight from the manufacturer — click the chart to enlarge it.
3DXTech publishes a property chart for FireWire FR-PC-ABS so you can size it up fast. It's small on the page — click it to read the full-size version — and the same figures are in the readable specifications table below, with the complete mechanical, thermal, and flammability data.
| FireWire FR-PC-ABS | Standard PC/ABS | FireWire FR-ABS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flame rating (base resin) | UL94 V-0 | Not rated (HB typical) | UL94 V-0 |
| Heat deflection (0.45 MPa) | 125°C | ~110–125°C | 95°C |
| Glass transition (Tg) | 137°C | ~125°C | 105°C |
| Tensile strength | 60 MPa | ~55 MPa | 45 MPa |
| Ease of printing | Moderate (285°C hotend) | Moderate | Easy (ABS-like) |
| Printer needs | High-temp hotend + heated bed + enclosure | High-temp hotend + heated bed + enclosure | Heated bed + enclosure + ventilation |
| Best for | Flame-retardant, higher-heat load-bearing parts | Tough, heat-resistant parts (no FR) | Flame-retardant general ABS parts |
Qualitative comparison among common ABS / PC-ABS family filaments; confirm exact properties against each TDS. Prices vary by reel size and date.
3DXTech FireWire FR-PC-ABS Technical Data
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WHY REV1 TECH
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FAQ
3DXTech FireWire FR-PC-ABS — Common Questions
What is FR-PC-ABS, and how is it different from FR-ABS?
FR-PC-ABS is a flame-retardant polycarbonate/ABS alloy. The polycarbonate content gives it higher strength and a much higher heat-deflection temperature (125°C vs. 95°C for FireWire FR-ABS) and a 137°C glass transition. Both are UL94 V-0 on the base resin, but FR-PC-ABS is the choice when your part sees more load or more heat — at the cost of a hotter print.
What does UL94 V-0 mean?
UL94 V-0 is the strictest common vertical-burn flammability class: on flame exposure the material stops burning within seconds and any drips do not ignite material below. FireWire FR-PC-ABS is built on a V-0 rated base resin (tested at 1.5 mm), so parts self-extinguish rather than sustaining a fire.
What printer do I need?
A high-temperature FDM printer: a hotend that reaches 285°C (an all-metal hotend is recommended), a heated bed at 110–120°C, and an enclosure. The polycarbonate content prints hotter than standard ABS, so a stable, enclosed chamber is important for warp-free large parts.
Do I need a hardened nozzle?
No. FireWire FR-PC-ABS is unfilled and non-abrasive — unlike glass- or carbon-fiber filaments — so a standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle prints it without accelerated wear.
Should I dry it before printing?
Yes. PC/ABS is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the air. 3DXTech recommends drying at 80°C for about 6 hours before printing for the best surface finish and consistent layer bonding, and storing it sealed with desiccant. Rev1 stocks it in Black, 1.75 mm, on a 750 g reel — ask us about 2 kg reels and bulk quantities.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes — 3DXTech manufactures and compounds FireWire FR-PC-ABS in its 68,000 sq-ft facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with published data and lot traceability.