Carbon fiber PETG filament combines the
ease of printing of PETG with the added strength and stiffness of carbon
fibers. This makes it suitable for a variety of functional and
structural parts. Here is a list of items a 3D printer can produce using
carbon PETG filament:
Functional Parts:
- Brackets and Mounts: For electronics, tools, or machinery where rigidity is needed.
- Gears and Pulleys: For light to medium load applications requiring durability.
- Tools and Jigs: Custom tools, fixtures, or jigs for specific tasks.
- Robotics Components: Lightweight yet stiff structural elements, grippers, and joints.
- Drone Parts: Strong and light frames, motor mounts, and landing gear.
- Automotive Parts: Interior clips, brackets, or even some exterior trim pieces.
- Enclosures: For electronics or other components needing a robust housing.
- Wearable Parts: Braces or supports that require strength.
Consumer Products:
- Camera Mounts and Stabilizers: Stiff and lightweight supports.
- Tripod Components: Durable and rigid parts for stability.
- Handles and Grips: For tools or sporting equipment needing a strong grip.
- Custom Phone or Tablet Holders: Robust and durable.
Prototyping:
- Functional Prototypes: Parts that need to withstand mechanical stress during testing.
- End-Use Prototypes: Parts that closely resemble the final product in terms of strength and stiffness.
Important Considerations for Carbon PETG:
- Abrasiveness: The
carbon fibers make the filament abrasive. It is highly recommended to
use a hardened steel or other wear-resistant nozzle to avoid premature
wear.
- Print Settings: You may need to adjust your printing temperature and speed compared to regular PETG.
- Strength vs. Flexibility: While stronger and stiffer than regular PETG, it will generally be less flexible.
This list is not exhaustive, and the
possibilities are quite broad depending on the specific needs and
design. The key advantage of using carbon PETG is achieving a good
balance of strength, stiffness, and ease of printing for functional
applications