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Topic: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

3D Printing Community,

I was just testing the water to see what others have done out there as far as printing these materials and others that require high temp. If you could reply with the following i'm sure it would help my self and many others who are looking into these areas.

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Any Suggestions you may have or info:

Printing with ABS, conducting research on experimental HT materials
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2 Reply by josh.aeauto

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

I use PC more than any other material.

See this post http://www.soliforum.com/topic/9090/pc- … m-pc-2012/

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

@josh.aeauto, I'm thinking about buying the Airwolf HD2X, I just have a few questions for you about it. how do you like it so far? What software are you using, does the dual extruders work well? Would you recommend it buying it or something else?

Printing with ABS, conducting research on experimental HT materials
XYZ Da Vinci 1.0 W/Slic3r, looking into new 3D printers.
1 Year of 3D printing experience
Studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

4 Reply by josh.aeauto (edited by josh.aeauto 2015-07-21 14:26:41)

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

ncmoore12 wrote:

@josh.aeauto, I'm thinking about buying the Airwolf HD2X, I just have a few questions for you about it. how do you like it so far? What software are you using, does the dual extruders work well? Would you recommend it buying it or something else?

It is a great printer, it has a large print area and it prints fast. Airwolf has great customer support. But honestly I think you're spending a little too much for what you're getting. When I bought it, I was (and still am) new to 3D printing, and as I learn more, I am finding things I don't really care for. For example, the dual extruder hotend runs the same temperature on both sides, and it's operated by low-powered heater. Also it uses 3mm filament, and I found that to be a nuisance since most other printers use 1.75mm.

Take a look at Fusion3 as well. I have heard some good things about them. If I buy another printer, this is probably what I'd get.

If you're really interested in dual+ extrusion, check out Rova3D - it can print 5 materials/colors at once. You might spend a little more time calibrating it though.

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

@josh.aeauto, I am actually in the process of getting a benchmark sample from Rova 3D, currently my #1 choice since it can reach temps of 450C and the bed can go to 140C i think. Will see how the samples come back and I'll let you know how it goes. I think were going to end up purchasing that machine though. Thanks for the advice it will definitely aid my decision.

Printing with ABS, conducting research on experimental HT materials
XYZ Da Vinci 1.0 W/Slic3r, looking into new 3D printers.
1 Year of 3D printing experience
Studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

@ncmoore12 could you ease up on the "Report" button.

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

My bad, I don't thick I reported anyone, so I'm confused on how that's happening.

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

Most likely clicked on accident that's why a mentioned it.   I Figured you weren't reporting yourself wink

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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

ncmoore12 wrote:

@josh.aeauto, I am actually in the process of getting a benchmark sample from Rova 3D, currently my #1 choice since it can reach temps of 450C and the bed can go to 140C i think. Will see how the samples come back and I'll let you know how it goes. I think were going to end up purchasing that machine though. Thanks for the advice it will definitely aid my decision.


Glad to help.

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-Airwolf HD2x w/ E3D v6 + Volcano
-Custom built Solidoodle 3 clone w/ E3D v6+ Volcano    -Solidoodle Press w/ E3D Lite6
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Re: 3D Printing with High Temp Materials (i.e. Ultem, PEEK, PC)

Been printing with straight up Nylon 12 Filament... [edited]
Parts are coming out great... 235-260c depending on how fast you want to print. Have 50ft samples and full rolls...