3DXTECH Filaments
3DXTECH is a 3D printing filament company located in Grand Rapids Michigan (USA). They manufacture the plastic filaments used by FDM 3D printers to create physical objects from digital files. 3DXTECH focus is more towards the higher-end engineering and professional market rather than the hobbyist maker scene.
The most important parts of their product portfolio are the very high-performance plastics used in aerospace, manufacturing, and similar cutting-edge fields. 3DXTECH probably is best known for their range of carbon fiber reinforced filaments.
ezPC (Polycarbonate)
ezPC™ (Polycarbonate) is a premium Polycarbonate created for ease of printing on the widest array of 3D printers. ezPC™ prints like a dream while offering low warp, excellent mechanical properties, heat resistance, and outstanding impact resistance. Ease of printing and excellent properties – the best of both worlds!
- Low warp, high heat resistance, and excellent mechanical properties
- Ease of use on a wide array of printers, no heated chamber needed!
- High thermal properties with a Tg of 118°C and HDT of 112°C
- Perfect for functional end-use parts as well as prototypes
ASA
3DXMAX® ASA is an excellent choice for printing production or prototype parts. This material is more durable than ABS, has lower gloss, and has the added benefit of being UV-stable for exterior applications.
- Excellent mechanical and thermal properties (Tg of 105°C)
- Highly resistant to ultra-violet radiation and sunlight
- Sturdy and rugged against the weather, ideal for an outdoor part
- Easier to print than most industrial-grade materials
- Variety of colors
Firewire® ABS-FR
Flame Retardant ABS-FR is a premium UL94 V-0 rated ABS that allows for printing of functional prototypes and production parts. This material is ideal for printing electrical housings, connectors, or any part that requires thermal properties [up to 95°C] and flame retardant ABS characteristics.
- Durable and sturdy parts with highly flame-retardant, self-extinguishing properties
- Easier to print than most industrial-grade materials
- Made using UL94 V-0 rated base resin
OBC Polyethylene
Evolv3D™ OBC (Olefin Block Copolymer) is an engineering-grade polyethylene copolymer. OBC is the state-of-the-art in polyethylene 3D printing and eliminates many of the problems associated with printing polypropylene-based materials.
- Superior chemical resistance
- Flexible and fatigue resistant
- Excellent layer bonding
- Very low density, 0.95 g/cm3
ULTEM 9085
ThermaX™ PEI 9085 is a premium filament made using ULTEM™ 9085 resin from Sabic. This resin is FAA-approved for FST applications (Flame/Smoke/Toxicity) and meets FAR 25.853 and OSU 65/65 standards.
- High thermal properties, with a Tg of 186°C
- Inherently flame-resistant with low smoke evolution and low smoke toxicity
- Long-term hydrolytic stability
- Exceptional strength and modulus, even at elevated temperatures
- Good resistance to a broad range of chemicals, include automotive fluids, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, and aqueous solutions
PEEK
ThermaX™ PEEK (PolyEtherEtherKetone) is one of the highest-performance polymers in world. PEEK has exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties making it a go-to material in some of the most demanding applications.
- Inherently flame resistant and self-extinguishing
- Long-term hydrolytic stability even above 250°C
- Outstanding resistance to a broad range of chemicals, including automotive fluids, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, and aqueous solutions
- High thermal properties with a Tg of 143°C, CUT of 240-260°C, and Tm of 343°
PETG-CF
CarbonX™ PETG+CF is made using high-flow PETG and premium high-modulus carbon fiber. This material offers ease of printing, strength & stiffness, excellent dimensional stability, and an amazing surface finish.
- Superior chemical resistance vs. ABS
- Amorphous structure giving it low, near isotropic shrinkage
- Low moisture absorption, 3x lower than ABS
ABS-CF
CarbonX™ ABS+CF is a high-performance carbon fiber reinforced ABS filament ideal for anyone that desires a structural component with high modulus, excellent surface quality, dimensional stability, light weight, and ease of printing. Made using 15% High-Modulus Carbon Fiber (not carbon powder or milled carbon fiber).
- Stiff, high-modulus, industrial-grade parts
- Greatly improved stiffness, modulus, and dimensional stability thanks to the addition of carbon fiberreinforcement
- Easier to print than most industrial-grade materials
- Higher melting point than PLA or PETG
PP-CF
CarbonX™ PP+CF is made using a specialty formulated PP copolymer and reinforced with premium high-modulus carbon fiber. This material offers ease of printing, strength & stiffness, excellent dimensional stability, and an amazing surface finish.
- Excellent resistance against a huge variety of chemicals
- Low density and weight
- Easier to print than most flexible materials and suitable for use with practically any 3D printer
- Does not absorb moisture, no drying needed!
- High strength and stiffness
PC-CF
CarbonX™ PC+CF is a high-performance carbon fiber reinforced polycarbonate filament. This material is ideal for anyone that desires a structural component with high heat, high stiffness, excellent surface quality, and dimensional stability.
- High thermal properties, Polycarb itself has a Tg of 147°C
- Amorphous structure gives it low, near isotropic shrinkage
- Further improved stiffness and dimensional stability with the addition of carbon fiber reinforcement
- Very low odor emitted while printing
PA6-CF
CarbonX™ PA6+CF [Gen3] is made using a specialty Nylon 6 [PA6] copolymer and high-modulus carbon fiber. This is the go-to material for industrial applications that require superior thermal, mechanical, and chemical resistance properties while retaining the ease of printing.
- Excellent printability
- High tensile strength and rigidity
- Abrasion and wear resistance
- Improved chemical resistance over traditional 3D printing materials
- High thermal properties
PA12-CF
CarbonX™ PA12+CF is made using a specialty Nylon 12 [PA12] and high-modulus carbon fiber. This material offers an excellent combination of performance and printability. PA12 absorbs much less moisture than PA6-based materials and has superior retention of mechanical properties after exposure to humid environments.
- Excellent strength and stiffness over a wide temperature range, up to 150°C
- Very low moisture absorption yielding improved retention of mechanical properties even when exposed to humid environments
- Low density makes it ideal for light-weight parts
- Superior chemical resistances, especially when compared to PA6 nylons
PEI-CF
CarbonX™ PEI+CF Made Using Ultem 1010 is made using Sabic Ultem™ 1010 PEI [Polyether Imide] and 10% high-modulus carbon fiber. This is an ultra-performance material that is an ideal choice for applications that require superior thermal, chemical, and mechanical properties as well as excellent dimensional stability.
- High thermal properties, with a Tg of 217°C
- Inherently flame-resistant with low smoke evolution and low smoke toxicity
- Long-term hydrolytic stability
- Exceptional strength and modulus, even at elevated temperatures
- Good resistance to a broad range of chemicals, include automotive fluids, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, and aqueous solutions
Carbon Fiber PEKK-C
CarbonX™ CF PEKK-C Ultra Polymer is made using Arkema Kepstan® PEKK-C [70/30 copolymer] and 10% Toray® Aerospace-Grade T800 Chopped Carbon Fiber. This compound was originally formulated for our aerospace clients and is now available for all customers. Toray T800 Aerospace-grade Carbon Fiber offers excellent strength and stiffness with uncompromising thermal, mechanical, and chemical resistance.
- Substantially easier to print than PEEK
- Inherently flame resistant and self-extinguishing
- Low smoke generation
- Excellent resistance to a broad range of chemicals
- Outstanding mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance performance all around
ESD-PLA
3DXSTAT™ ESD PLA is an advanced ESD-Safe compound designed for use in critical applications which require electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection. Made using cutting-edge multi-wall carbon nanotube technology, state of the art compounding technology, and precision extrusion processes. Target surface resistance: 10^7 to 10^9 Ohm.
- Ideal for printing without a heated bed, no enclosure required
- Low shrinkage, warping, and easy printability, PLA prints on practically all desktop 3D printers
- Consistent surface resistivity
- Made from plants makes PLA a renewable biopolymer
ESD-PETG
3DXSTAT™ ESD-PETG is an easy to use ESD-Safe filament formulated for a wide array of applications that require electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and enhanced chemical resistance. Made using high flow PETG copolymer and CNT’s to offer exceptional repeatability and reliability.
- Superior chemical resistance vs. ABS
- Amorphous structure giving it low, near isotropic shrinkage
- Low moisture absorption, 3x lower than ABS
- Consistent surface resistivity
ESD-ABS
3DXSTAT™ ESD ABS is an advanced ESD-Safe filament formulated for a wide array of applications that require electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and thermal stability up to 95°C. Made using high flow ABS and CNT’s to offer exceptional repeatability and reliability.
- Durable and sturdy parts off practically every machine on the market
- Easier to print than most industrial-grade materials
- Higher melting point and thermal properties than PLA or PETG
- Ideal for prototyping or end-use parts among both industry engineers and hobbyists alike
ESD-PC
3DXSTAT™ ESD PC is an advanced ESD-Safe compound designed for use in critical applications which require electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection. Made using cutting-edge multi-wall carbon nanotube technology, state of the art compounding technology, and precision extrusion processes. Target surface resistance of 10^7 to 10^9 Ohm.
- High thermal properties including a Tg of 147°C
- Amorphous structure gives low, near isotropic shrinkage
- Excellent ductility and impact resistance
- Consistent surface resistivity
Nylon-GF30
FibreX™ PA6+GF30 glass fiber reinforced nylon copolymer is an engineering-grade material that has excellent mechanical and thermal properties [HDT of 170°C] while offering ease of printing in a wide array of desktop printers. Formulated to be exceptionally stiff and strong, all without being brittle.
- Printable on practically any 3D printer with a heated bed
- Ideal for structural engineering-grade applications
- Exceptionally stiff and strong, without being brittle
- Excellent chemical resistance makes it suitable for automotive and industrial applications
- Resists fuels, lubricants, heat, and mechanical loading
- High thermal properties keep it strong up to 170°C in use, depending on printing and mechanical loads applied
- Glass fiber reinforcement improves dimensional stability, reduces shrinkage, lift, and warp
PP-GF30
FibreX™ PP+GF30 is made using a specialty formulated 30% glass fiber reinforced polypropylene copolymer that we created specifically for 3D printing. PP+GF30 is ideal when you need improved strength, stiffness, impact, dimensional stability, chemical resistance and high thermal properties.
- Excellent resistance against a huge variety of chemicals
- Low density and weight
- Low shrinkage and warping
- Does not absorb moisture, no drying needed!
- High strength, stiffness, and impact resistance
AquaTek™ X1 Advanced USM
AquaTek™ X1 Advanced USM [Universal Support Material] is an advanced water-soluble support filament that was formulated specifically for printing complex parts. This material is compatible with the widest variety of model materials [PLA, ABS, NYLON, Carbon Fiber, Glass Fiber, and more!] and then it safely washes away in warm water so you don’t destroy your part removing the support.
- Readily soluble in warm water
- Eco-friendly and safe to dispose in house or office drains
- Ideal support material for the widest array of materials
- Low moisture absorption while exposed to the air during printing, getting less tacky over time than similar support materials
ThermaX™ HTS
ThermaX™ HTS [High Temperature Support] break away support is ideal for printing high-temperature polymers including PSU, PES, PPSU, PPS, Ultem™ PEI, PEKK, and PEEK. This support adheres well to these advanced materials and then is broken away after printing to allow for complex geometry without damaging your part.
- Works ideal with the ThermaX™ materials (PEKK, PEEK, PEI, PPSU, PSU, PPS)
- This is break-away support and does not dissolve
