Product Review

P>proto-pasta's high Temp carbon fiber PLA (htpla-cf) combines engineering-grade performance with the ease and eco-friendliness of PLA printing. Compared to the original carbon fiber PLA, htpla-cf has improved toughness for less breaking when handling and much better high-temperature resistance when annealed. Like in the original carbon fiber PLA, the added carbon fiber increases stiffness and resistance to warpage.htpla-cf, like aromatic coffee, is based on our high Temp PLA V2.0, so it prints with ease and also has a potential heat deflection temperature (hdt) in excess of 140C (285F) depending on processing. We had good results annealing (also called heat treating or crystallizing) in an Oven at 110C (225F) for an hour. We recommend leaving the supports on your parts, placing them on a non-radiating surface (like glass, ceramic, or composite), and letting them cool in the Oven to minimize distortion. Parts must be baked above 60C for any crystallization to occur.

carbon fiber is somewhat abrasive, so consider upgrading to a wear resistant nozzle for less regular maintenance.

In our experience, good results were achieved using standard PLA parameters and standard build surface preparation (Blue tape or glue stick). no heated bed required.

These 500G spools are shipped on the industry's only fully recyclable corrugated paper spools with no metal or plastic parts. These extremely high quality spools are rigid, lightweight, attractive, and eco-friendly. They also have a larger than normal inner core improving printability of the last few layers of Material, especially on 2.85mm diameters. The different designs on each spool are actual drawings, schematics, and Code from the equipment we manufacture your filament on. Enjoy!

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