POLYMAKER 3D

Polymaker PolyCast is a PVB (polyvinyl butyral) filament designed for investment casting patterns. It burns out cleanly and is also soluble in alcohol, which allows for smooth surface finishing. PolyCast is supplied in natural color on 750 g and 3.0 kg spools with a 1.75 mm diameter. Typical applications include producing patterns for metal casting in jewelry, dental, and industrial parts. It prints on standard FDM printers using settings similar to PLA, but post-processing can involve alcohol vapor smoothing or immersion. The material is not intended for structural end-use parts; its primary function is as a sacrificial pattern.

Polymaker PC/ABS is a blend of polycarbonate and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, formulated for 3D printing. It offers a balance of impact resistance, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. The filament is supplied in white on a 1.00 kg spool with a 1.75 mm diameter. PC/ABS is commonly used for functional prototypes, automotive interior components, enclosures, and parts requiring moderate thermal performance. Printing typically requires a heated bed and an enclosed printer to manage warping. The blend provides better printability than pure PC while retaining much of its mechanical strength. Users should refer to the technical data sheet for specific thermal and mechanical values.

PolyLite PC is a polycarbonate filament offering high strength, heat resistance, and optical clarity in its clear form. It is supplied on a 1.00 kg spool. PC/ABS is a blend that combines polycarbonate with ABS to improve printability and impact resistance while reducing warping compared to pure PC. PC/ABS is supplied in white on a 1.00 kg spool. PolyLite PC is chosen for applications needing higher stiffness and thermal resistance, such as engineering prototypes and fixtures. PC/ABS is often selected for parts requiring a balance of toughness and ease of printing. Both materials benefit from an enclosed print environment and appropriate bed adhesion.

Polymaker Fiberon Nylon-CF is a carbon fiber-reinforced nylon filament supplied in black on a 500 g spool with a 1.75 mm diameter. The carbon fiber reinforcement increases stiffness and reduces warping compared to unfilled nylon. It is used for functional prototypes, tooling, jigs, fixtures, and end-use parts that require high stiffness and dimensional stability. Nylon-CF is abrasive, so a hardened steel or ruby nozzle is recommended. It also absorbs moisture, so drying before printing is necessary. Typical applications include automotive under-hood components, industrial tooling, and structural brackets where metal replacement is considered.

3G Electric stocks Polymaker filaments in several spool sizes. PolyCast PVB is available in 750 g and 3.0 kg spools. PC/ABS and PolyLite PC are supplied on 1.00 kg spools. PolyWood wood-infused PLA comes on 600 g spools. Fiberon Nylon-CF is supplied on 500 g spools. All listed products have a 1.75 mm diameter. Spool weight affects print duration and changeover frequency; larger spools are suited for longer production runs, while smaller spools are convenient for material testing or low-volume printing. Buyers should verify compatibility with their printer's spool holder and feed system.

Polymaker PolyWood is a wood-infused PLA filament supplied on a 600 g spool in a wood color. The wood particles can be abrasive, so a nozzle with a diameter of 0.4 mm or larger is recommended to reduce clogging risk. A hardened steel nozzle may extend nozzle life compared to brass. Printing temperatures are similar to standard PLA, but slower print speeds and increased retraction settings can improve surface finish. PolyWood is used for decorative objects, prototypes, and models requiring a wood-like appearance. It can be sanded and stained after printing. It is not intended for high-load structural applications.