Polymaker PolyMide PA12-CF Filament – Carbon Fibre Reinforced Nylon 1.75mm
Polymaker PolyMide PA12-CF is a premium engineering-grade nylon filament reinforced with carbon fibre to deliver exceptional stiffness, dimensional stability, and strength while maintaining the low moisture absorption and chemical resistance that make PA12 one of the most versatile engineering polymers available.
Designed for professional and industrial applications, PA12-CF combines lightweight rigidity with excellent fatigue resistance, making it ideal for functional prototypes, manufacturing tools, and end-use components that demand reliability under mechanical stress.
Key Features
Carbon Fibre Reinforcement
The carbon fibre reinforcement dramatically increases stiffness and dimensional stability while reducing shrinkage and warping, allowing for highly accurate functional parts.
Low Moisture Absorption
PA12 naturally absorbs significantly less moisture than traditional PA6 and PA66 nylons, helping maintain mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy over time.
Excellent Strength-to-Weight Ratio
Produces lightweight yet durable components, making it ideal for applications where reducing weight is critical without sacrificing performance.
Warp-Free Technology
Polymaker's Warp-Free technology minimizes warping and improves print reliability, making PA12-CF easier to print than many traditional engineering nylons.
Outstanding Chemical Resistance
Resistant to oils, greases, fuels, and many industrial chemicals, making it suitable for automotive, manufacturing, and industrial environments.
Superior Fatigue Resistance
PA12 offers excellent long-term durability under repeated loading and vibration, making it ideal for moving mechanical assemblies and structural components.
Professional Surface Finish
The carbon fibre reinforcement provides an attractive matte finish while helping to conceal layer lines and improve part aesthetics.
Technical Overview
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Material: PA12 (Nylon 12) reinforced with Carbon Fibre
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Diameter: 1.75 mm
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Net Weight: 500 g spool
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Tensile Strength: Up to 76 MPa
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Young's Modulus: Up to 4,000 MPa
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Bending Strength: Up to 114 MPa
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Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Up to 101°C @ 1.8 MPa
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Moisture Absorption: Very Low
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Chemical Resistance: Excellent
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Technology: Warp-Free Technology
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Spool: Recyclable cardboard spool where available
Printer Requirements
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Recommended Nozzle Temperature: 260–300°C
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Recommended Bed Temperature: 25–50°C
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Recommended Print Speed: 30–60 mm/s
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Cooling Fan: Off
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Nozzle Type: Hardened Steel, Tungsten Carbide, Ruby, or equivalent wear-resistant nozzle required
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Hotend Requirement: Full-metal hotend recommended
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Drying: 80°C for 12 hours if moisture is absorbed
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Annealing: Optional for maximum dimensional stability and thermal performance
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Build Surface: PVP Glue, Magigoo PA, or equivalent nylon-compatible adhesion aid
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Storage: Dry box or filament dryer recommended
Ideal Applications
PolyMide PA12-CF is engineered for demanding structural and functional applications, including:
- Functional prototypes and engineering components
- Lightweight structural parts
- Automotive brackets, housings, and mounts
- Manufacturing jigs and fixtures
- Robotics and automation components
- Drone, UAV, and RC vehicle parts
- Industrial tooling and production aids
- End-use components requiring stiffness and dimensional stability
- Mechanical assemblies exposed to vibration and fatigue
Whether you're producing lightweight structural components, manufacturing tooling, or durable end-use parts, PolyMide PA12-CF delivers an excellent balance of strength, dimensional accuracy, chemical resistance, and ease of printing, making it one of the most versatile carbon-fibre-reinforced nylons available.
