Material: Nylon 12 (Polyamide 12) + approx. 10% carbon fibre (short fibre reinforcement)Technology: FDM (Fused Deposition Modelling)Colour Options: Black (naturally carbon-filled)Finish Options:Vibro-PolishedVapour-SmoothedMax Build / Print Volume: up to 500 × 500 × 700 mmMechanical / Thermal Properties:Heat deflection temperature (HDT): ~131 °CTensile strength: ~71.7 MPaTensile modulus: ~3,131 MPaElongation at break: ~5.3%

PA12-CF is especially suited for:Engine bay and under-bonnet components requiring elevated heat resistance, high rigidity and dimensional stabilityStructural brackets, housings and load-bearing parts in automotive, aerospace or heavy-industrial machineryTooling, jigs & fixtures where minimal warp and high stiffness ensure repeatable precisionParts exposed to vibration, mechanical stress or thermal cycling — where standard nylon or other thermoplastics might deformLightweight composite parts where metal replacement is desired (e.g. aluminium brackets, mounts)Applications requiring larger build volumes or small-batch production while maintaining mechanical integrity

Once printed, components built in PA12-CF can be enhanced in both appearance and performance via:Vibro-polishing – for smoother surfaces, improved aesthetic and tactile finishVapour-smoothing – to reduce surface roughness and produce a more professional surface qualityCustom coatings or machining – for parts requiring tighter tolerances or additional refinementThese finishing options allow you to deliver parts that not only perform mechanically, but also meet visual or functional aesthetic standards.