3DXTech FluorX PVDF Polyvinylidene Fluoride — Extreme Chemical, UV & Flame Resistance, USA-Made
Polyvinylidene Fluoride — Extreme Chemical, UV & Flame Resistance, USA-Made
A USA-made PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) fluoropolymer filament engineered for parts that live in the harshest chemical, thermal, and UV environments. Built on genuine Kynar® PVDF, it resists automotive fluids, acids, bases, and fully halogenated hydrocarbons, carries a V-0 base-resin flame rating, and absorbs no moisture — no drying required. Full specifications →
Made in the USA — ships from Rev1. Need 2.85 mm, larger reels, or PVDF+GF? Call (248) 707-2950.
USA-made fluoropolymer filament, with a real datasheet behind it.
3DXTech compounds FluorX PVDF from genuine Kynar® PVDF resin in Grand Rapids, Michigan at its 68,000 sq ft facility, with published print and material data — no mystery filament. Rev1 Technologies is your authorized 3DXTech reseller and US support partner, Auburn Hills, Michigan.
When the chemicals win against every other filament.
FluorX PVDF is 3DXTech's polyvinylidene fluoride filament — a semi-crystalline fluoropolymer built on genuine Kynar® resin. PVDF is the material engineers reach for when a part has to survive aggressive chemistry, sunlight, and heat that would degrade nylon, PETG, or ABS. It offers exceptional resistance to a broad range of chemicals — automotive fluids, oils, gas, lubricants, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, and bases — while staying dimensionally stable up to a 130°C continuous-use temperature. 3DXTech compounds it in the USA into consistent, printable filament for chemical-handling components, lab hardware, and industrial end-use parts.
A printable fluoropolymer for parts that see real chemistry.
Kynar®-based PVDF with long-term hydrolytic stability.
PVDF's very stable carbon–fluorine bonds make FluorX inherently UV-resistant and hydrolytically stable for the long haul — it will not embrittle in sunlight or slowly hydrolyze the way many engineering polymers do. It is non-hygroscopic, so it does not absorb moisture and needs no drying before printing. Add a V-0 base-resin flame rating with low smoke, and it becomes a genuine metal- and PTFE-alternative for pumps, valves, and fluid-handling parts you can print in-house.
Chemical, thermal, UV, and flame resistance in one polymer.
FluorX PVDF is built for demanding applications under the most extreme conditions. Numbers below are from the published TDS (FLUORX PVDF TDS v3, ISO-tested) and the 3DXTech product chart.
Resists automotive fluids, oils, gas, lubricants, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, and bases.
Holds mechanical properties in service to 130°C, with a 158°C heat-deflection temperature (ISO 75).
Very stable H–F bonds make PVDF naturally UV-resistant — no additives, no sunlight embrittlement.
Low smoke and flame characteristics with a base resin rated UL 94 V-0 at 1.5 mm (IEC 60695-11-10).
Non-hygroscopic — does not absorb moisture, so no drying is required before or between prints.
Very good abrasion resistance (similar to nylon and UHMW-PE) plus resistance to nuclear radiation.
Surprisingly friendly for a fluoropolymer.
These are 3DXTech's recommended print settings. PVDF prints on standard hardware — no hardened nozzle, no drying — but keep the extruder below 290°C to avoid degradation.
A good starting range; some printers reach 280°C. Stay below 290°C — PVDF degrades and off-gasses above it.
Heated bed with a suitable adhesive for a reliable first layer on this low-friction polymer.
A heated chamber improves layer bonding and reduces warp on larger fluoropolymer parts.
Unfilled and non-abrasive — a standard 0.4 mm brass nozzle prints it with no special wear concerns.
Runs from 0.10 mm and up; 40–60 mm/s is a good starting print speed.
PVDF is non-hygroscopic — it does not absorb moisture, so no drying step is needed.
Built for chemical, industrial, and high-purity parts.
From CAD to a chemical-handling part that ships.
Print manifolds, fittings, valve bodies, and fixtures that go into service.
Because it is chemically inert, UV-stable, and heat-tolerant, FluorX PVDF is a go-to for parts that actually run in aggressive environments — not just prototypes. Its combination of chemical resistance, hydrolytic stability, and flame rating puts it into chemical processing, semiconductor, energy, and laboratory hardware where cheaper polymers simply dissolve or degrade.
Natural — the true color of the fluoropolymer.
FluorX PVDF ships in a single natural (unpigmented) color that shows the fluoropolymer exactly as it is — the standard for chemical- and purity-critical parts, where added pigments could introduce contamination or affect chemical resistance. It is available in 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm on 750 g reels; choose your diameter in the buy-box, or ask us about 2.85 mm, bulk, and standing-order pricing, or the glass-filled PVDF+GF grade.
Check the reel fits your printer.
Standard spool dimensions — confirm it fits your AMS or dry box.
3DXTech ships FluorX PVDF 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 →PVDF vs. polypropylene vs. PETG — picking a chemical-resistant filament.
Approximate positioning among chemical-resistant printable polymers — 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 FluorX PVDF so you can size it up fast. It is 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 print data.
| FluorX PVDF | Polypropylene (PP) | PETG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical resistance | Exceptional (acids, bases, halogens) | Very good | Moderate |
| Continuous use temp | 130°C | ~100°C | ~70°C |
| UV / outdoor | Inherently UV-stable | Poor without additives | Good |
| Flame rating | V-0 base resin, low smoke | Flammable (HB) | Flammable (HB) |
| Moisture / drying | Non-hygroscopic, no drying | Non-hygroscopic | Absorbs moisture, dry it |
| Printer needs | Heated bed + chamber, brass nozzle | Heated bed + adhesion, tricky | Heated bed |
| Best for | Aggressive-chemistry, UV & flame-critical parts | Living hinges, tanks, low-cost chem parts | Tough, everyday chemical-tolerant parts |
Qualitative comparison among chemical-resistant printable polymers; confirm exact properties against each TDS. Prices vary by reel size and date.
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WHY REV1 TECH
Authorized 3DXTech Reseller. Engineering-Materials Specialists.
Rev1 Technologies is an authorized 3DXTech reseller in Auburn Hills, MI, supplying genuine USA-made engineering filament with real print support.
We help you pick the right engineering polymer, dial in the profile, and keep production running.
FAQ
3DXTech FluorX PVDF — Common Questions
What is PVDF and why use it?
PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) is a high-performance fluoropolymer. You use FluorX when a part must survive aggressive chemicals, UV, and heat — automotive fluids, acids, bases, and halogenated hydrocarbons — that would degrade nylon, PETG, or ABS. It also carries a V-0 base-resin flame rating and is inherently UV-stable.
Do I need a special printer?
No exotic hardware. FluorX PVDF prints at 245–265°C on a heated bed (90–110°C) with a standard brass nozzle. A heated chamber is recommended for the best layer bonding on larger parts, but no hardened nozzle is required. Keep the extruder below 290°C — above that, PVDF begins to degrade, which can cause gas release and a loss of mechanical properties.
Do I have to dry it before printing?
No. Unlike nylon and many engineering polymers, PVDF is non-hygroscopic — it does not absorb moisture from the air, so no drying step is needed before or between prints.
What chemicals does it resist?
A broad range — automotive fluids, oils, gas, lubricants, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, and bases. It also offers long-term hydrolytic stability and resistance to nuclear radiation. For a specific chemical, send us the details and we will confirm compatibility.
What sizes and colors are available?
FluorX PVDF comes in a single natural (unpigmented) color, in 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm, on 750 g reels. Ask us about 2.85 mm stock, bulk pricing, or the glass-filled PVDF+GF grade for added stiffness.
Is it made in the USA?
Yes — 3DXTech compounds FluorX PVDF from genuine Kynar® resin at its 68,000 sq ft facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with published data and lot traceability.