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Composite materials for 3D printing

Use UltiMaker composites to create high-performance applications, from functional prototypes to manufacturing aids and replacement parts. UltiMaker offers a wide range of 3D printing composites including ABS CF, PET CF, PPS CF and Nylon CF (Slide)

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UltiMaker composite materials

Both the S series, F Series and Method series of UltiMaker printers have access to composite materials, covering a wide range of 3D printing applications.

PPS CF

Compatibility

F series

Print core

HT

Diameter

2.85

Tensile Strength

48 MPa
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Nylon CF Slide

Compatibility

S and F series

Print core

CC

Diameter

2.85

Tensile Strength

52 MPa
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PET CF

Compatibility

S and F series

Print core

CC

Diameter

2.85

Tensile strength

49 MPa
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ABS CF

Compatibility

Method series

Extruder

1C

Diameter

1.75

Tensile strength

59 MPa
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Nylon 12 CF

Compatibility

Method series

Extruder

1C

Diameter

1.75

Tensile strength

66 MPa
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UltiMaker Composites 3D printing applications

Functional prototyping

Create functional prototypes with high-performance properties including impressive strength, stiffness, and temperature resistance.

PET CF

End of arm tools

The lightweight nature of carbon fiber composite reduces the overall weight of the robotic arm, increasing its payload capacity, speed, and maneuverability.

N12 CF

Replacement parts and auxiliary components

Composites can be the perfect solution for replacing broken or hard-to-source parts.

ABS CF

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The Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Applications Guide

In this guide you will learn how carbon fiber has become more accessible than ever before thanks to 3D printing, and we’ll help you determine whether 3D printed carbon fiber is a good fit for your application, as well as how to choose the right Carbon Fiber based material for your specific needs.

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Finding the perfect carbon fiber 3D printing application

The advantages of 3D printing with carbon fiber

Carbon fiber is one of the most powerful materials for anyone trying to get the most out of 3D printing. But when should you use it, and what applications can you use it for? Let’s delve into these questions and discover why 3D printed carbon fiber composites are more accessible and versatile than ever before.

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Finding the perfect carbon fiber 3D printing application

In order to get the most out of your 3D printer, you need to align the material you are using with the requirements of your application. This is especially true when creating high-performance parts such as those enabled by carbon fiber.

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The new UltiMaker PET Carbon Fiber Expansion Kit

The PET CF Expansion Kit includes everything you need to start printing high-performance parts on an UltiMaker S series printer so that you can get the full power of carbon fiber composite parts, combined with the seamless workflow and ease of use of the UltiMaker platform.

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