1 Topic by Redstone

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Topic: Teflon and other exotic materials

I have nice supply of scrap material and would like to try to make filament from some of them.  I am mainly looking at Teflon (PFA) but also have some ESD PEEK (carbon fiber added).  Both are very high temperature materials (Melt temp of 300-350C).

Does anyone have experience in making filament from these materials?  Does anyone want to try to make filament from these materials?  I can provide scrap samples if needed.

Mike

2 Reply by carl_m1968

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Re: Teflon and other exotic materials

I would advise some serious ventilation while melting those materials. The gases they give off will not be good for your health or anyone in the vicinity for that reason.

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Re: Teflon and other exotic materials

Did you ever try making the filament out of the fiber? I am curious if the chopped fibers in the PEEK would clog your filastruder nozzle, or wear it down.