PolyMax™ PC-FR, a creation from Covestro’s Makrolon® family, could achieve V0 performance in the UL94 flame retardancy test and displays excellent toughness, strength, and heat resistance. This filament opens new applications in the automotive, railway, and aerospace industries.
Technical Specifications
Property
Value
Density
ISO1183, GB/T1033 1.2 g/cm3 at 23°C
Melt Index
260°C, 5 kg 12-17 g/10min
Flame Retardancy
UL94 V0
Glass Transition Temperature
DSC, 10°C/min 115 °C
Vicat Softening Temperature
ISO 306 GB/T 1633 116 °C
Heat Deflection Temperature
ISO 75 1.8MPa 107 °C
Young’s Modulus (X-Y)
ISO 527, GB/T 1040 2634 ± 182 MPa
Tensile Strength (X-Y)
ISO 527, GB/T 1040 67 ± 4.5 MPa
Chemical Resistance
Chemical
Resistance
Weak Acids
Slightly Resistant
Strong Acids
Not Resistant
Weak Alkalis
Slightly Resistant
Strong Alkalis
Not Resistant
Organic Solvents
Not Resistant
Processing Guidelines
Use an enclosure when printing with PolyMax™ PC-FR. For large parts, it is recommended to use a heated chamber.
Anneal the printed part right after the printing process to release residual internal stress. Annealing settings: 90˚C for 2h.
Printing Parameters
Parameter
Value
Nozzle Temperature
250 – 270 °C
Build Plate Temperature
90 - 105 °C
Cooling Fan
OFF
Printing Speed
30-50 mm/s
Retraction Distance
1 mm
Disclaimer
The typical values presented in this data sheet are intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes. Actual values may vary significantly with printing conditions. End-use performance of printed parts depends not only on materials but also on part design, environmental conditions, printing conditions, etc. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
Each user is responsible for determining the safety, lawfulness, technical suitability, and disposal/recycling practices of Rev1Tech materials for the intended application. Rev1Tech makes no warranty of any kind, unless announced separately, to the fitness for any use or application. Rev1Tech shall not be made liable for any damage, injury, or loss induced from the use of Rev1Tech materials in any application. Click here to shop PolyMax PC-FR.