Bambu Lab PLA-CF 

 

Bambu PLA-CF is a carbon fiber reinforced PLA filament that offers enhanced stiffness and strength compared to regular PLA. Despite its improved performance, PLA-CF remains easy to print, making it suitable for beginners as well. It is fully compatible with the AMS (Automatic Material System), reducing the risk of clogging during high-speed printing.

Prints made with Bambu PLA-CF exhibit a matte finish and feature nearly invisible layer lines. This makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of applications, including the printing of general engineering parts or models that require a superior aesthetic appearance. From bike frames and brackets to toys, Bambu PLA-CF delivers both functionality and visual appeal.

 

Minimal Layer Lines and Carbon Fibre Texture

By incorporating carbon fiber, Bambu PLA-CF offers prints with a distinctive matte finish that effectively conceals layer lines. This unique characteristic provides a smooth and premium appearance to your 3D printed objects. 

 

Mechanical Properties Comparison

	PLA Matte	PLA-CF	Improved %
Tensile Strength - XY/MPa	32	53	66%
Tensile Strength - Z/MPa	25	36	44%
Bending Strength - XY/MPa	53	114	115%
Bending Strength - Z/MPa	32	68	112%
Bending Modulus - XY/MPa	2360	3700	57%
Bending Modulus - Z/MPa	2040	2600	27%
Impact Strength - XY/(kJ/m²)	19.2	23	20%
Impact Strength - Z/(kJ/m²)	6.6	8.9	35%

 

Enhanced Mechanical Properties

Bambu PLA-CF surpasses the mechanical properties of PLA Matte in various aspects, including XY Bending Strength, Z Bending Strength, XY Bending Modulus, Z Bending Modulus, XY Impact Strength, and Z Impact Strength. With enhancements ranging from 20% to 115%, Bambu PLA-CF is well-suited for printing models that demand increased strength and durability. Whether you're working on functional prototypes, structural components, or other applications requiring robust performance, Bambu PLA-CF provides the strength you need.

 

Parameters Comparison

	PETG-CF	PLA-CF
Price	$53.99 AUD	$53.99 AUD
Filament Type	Carbon Fiber Infill	Carbon Fiber Infill
Hotend Compatibility	Hardened Steel (0.4, 0.6, 0.8 mm)	Hardened Steel (0.4, 0.6, 0.8 mm)
Build Plate Compatibility	Engineering Plate, High Tenperature Plate, Textuerd PEI Plate	Cool Plate, High Tenperature Plate, Textuerd PEI Plate
AMS Compatibility	Yes	Yes
Surface	Shiny	Matte
Print Speed	< 200 mm/s	< 250 mm/s
Toughness (Impact Strength - XY)	41.2 kJ/m²	23.2 kJ/m²
Strength (Bending Strength - XY)	83 MPa	96 MPa
Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY)	2890 MPa	3700 MPa
Layer Adhesion (Impact Strength - Z)	10.7 kJ/m²	7.8 kJ/m²
Heat Resistant（HDT, 0.45 MPa）	74 °C	55 °C

 

Unlikely to Clog During High Speed Printing

Bambu PLA-CF maintains the user-friendly printing characteristics of regular PLA, making it easy to work with. It exhibits excellent flow properties and can be printed smoothly and consistently, even at high printing speeds. With its low risk of clogging, you can confidently print with Bambu PLA-CF without encountering filament-related issues. Enjoy the convenience of hassle-free printing while achieving the enhanced strength and aesthetics of carbon fiber reinforcement.

 

Recommended Printing Settings

Drying Settings before Printing	55 °C, 8 h
Printing and Keeping Container's Humidity	< 20% RH (Sealed, with Desiccant)
Nozzle Temperature	210 - 240 °C
Bed Temperature (with PVP Glue)	35 - 45 °C
Printing Speed	< 200 mm/s

 

Minimal Effort to Remove Support Material 

Bambu PLA-CF offers improved support structure performance compared to regular PLA. The carbon fiber reinforcement provides additional rigidity, allowing for better self-supporting capabilities. As a result, support structures can be easily removed from the printed model with minimal effort. Say goodbye to stubborn supports and enjoy the convenience of efficient support removal with Bambu PLA-CF.

 

Physical Properties

Density	1.22 g/cm³
Vicat Softening Temperature	69 °C
Heat Deflection Temperature	55 °C
Melting Temperature	165 °C
Melt Index	3.7 ± 0.6 g/10 min

 

Smart Printing with RFID

With Bambu PLA-CF, all the essential printing parameters are conveniently embedded in an RFID chip. This RFID chip can be read by our AMS (Automatic Material System), eliminating the need for manual configuration and tedious setup steps.

Simply load the filament onto the printer, and the AMS will automatically detect the material and retrieve the corresponding printing parameters from the RFID chip. This streamlined process saves you time and effort, allowing you to start printing right away without the hassle of adjusting settings.

Say goodbye to manual parameter input and enjoy a more seamless and efficient printing experience with Bambu PLA-CF and our integrated AMS technology.

 

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength	38 ± 4 MPa
Breaking Elongation Rate	12.7 ± 3.4 %
Bending Modulus	3700 ± 220 MPa
Bending Strength	96 ± 3 MPa
Impact Strength	23.2 ± 3.7 kJ/m²

 

 

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