Material: Nylon 6 (Polyamide 6) + approx. 20% carbon fibreTechnology: 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): ~ 215 °CTensile strength: ~ 54.7 MPaTensile modulus: ~ 2,508 MPaElongation at break: ~ 2%

PA6-CF is particularly suited for:Engine bay and under-bonnet components requiring elevated heat resistance, rigidity and dimensional stabilityStructural brackets, housings and load-bearing parts in automotive, aerospace or industrial machinesTooling, jigs & fixtures where minimal warpage and high stiffness yield repeatable precisionParts exposed to vibration, mechanical stress or thermal cycling—where standard nylon or thermoplastics might deformLightweight composite parts where metal replacement is desired (e.g., aluminium brackets, mounts)Applications where long print runs or larger build volumes are required while maintaining mechanical integrity

After printing, you can enhance surface quality or tailor functional performance through:Vibro-polishing – for smoother surfaces, improved aesthetic and tactile finishVapour-smoothing – to reduce surface roughness and improve surface quality and feelCustom coatings or machining – available for applications requiring further refinementThese finishing options allow you to deliver parts that not only perform mechanically but also meet visual or functional aesthetic standards.