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Hi-Vis Yellow AF 1.75mm PCTG Filament

Hi-Vis Yellow AF 1.75mm PCTG Filament

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American Filament PCTG is very similar to PETG with several distinct advantages. You could even call it a PETG+! Our PCTG is made with a PET-based copolyester specifically designed for professional grade 3D printing applications where easy processing and high toughness are critical. 

This particular yellow was matched to the ANSI standard color for high-visibility safety apparel (HVSA). If you're thinking of a bright yellow construction safety vest then you are right on the money!

Our PCTG is made with a PET-based copolyester specifically designed for professional grade 3D printing applications where easy processing and high toughness are critical.

This material features a unique self-bonding ability providing very high layer-to-layer adhesion; possesses a high melt strength ensuring an even flow during the 3D printing process; is more chemically resistant & stable than PETG, ABS, or ASA (making it suitable for a wide variety of applications); boasts unmatched impact strength & toughness; has lower moisture absorption than PETG (making it more shelf stable); and can be printed reliably without an enclosure. 

Unlike PETG, the finish of PCTG can vary between matte and glossy depending upon the temperature and speed settings you choose. Try 240-245°C to get that matte finish!

Key Features:

  • Unmatched Strength & Toughness: Higher compressive, tensile, and impact strength than many other PETGs.
  • High-Temp: Glass Transition Temperature of 85°C. 
  • Professional-Grade Performance
  • Low Odor
  • Does NOT Require Drying Before Use
  • Effortless Printing: Even flow rate & wide range of nozzle temperatures. 
  • Manufactured in the USA: Manufactured with American quality you can trust.

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Print Settings

  • Nozzle Temperature: 240 - 270°C
  • Bed Temperature: 70 - 100°C
  • Speed: 60 - 300 mm/s

Nozzle temperature can vary between 240-270°C depending on desired layer to layer adhesion vs part print quality. Higher nozzle temperatures will result in stronger parts, but may cause lower quality and/or increased stringing.

Part cooling can also vary depending on desired layer to layer adhesion vs part print quality. More cooling will result in better overhangs & bridging, but will decrease the ultimate layer to layer adhesion.

DO NOT DRY AT TEMPERATURES OVER 60°C.

1kg Spool Dimensions (AMS-Compatible)

  • Filament Weight = 1 kg
  • Filament Diameter = 1.75 mm (+/- 0.05 mm)
  • Spool Inner Diameter (ID) = 52 mm
  • Spool Outer Diameter (OD) = 200 mm
  • Spool Width (W) = 67 mm
  • Spool Weight = 220 g
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Brian Fry
1st run with PCTG

1st run with PCTG.
Impressive!
I put this on myrack a couple of weeks back and forgot about it while using up other material, you know how it goes. Up popped a project, wasn't really a yellow project, and I thought " can't learn it if you don't try it", box got opened and into service it went.
Didn't dry it (I KNOW, I KNOW! cut me slack, I didn't plan ahead), just dropped it in and went. Generic profile but bumped bed temp to 80, 230 nozzle, added a brim and hit go. Zero issues and the yellow! WOW! You can definitely see this in low light.
No issues

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Rob
This was my first time buying or using any American Filament ( AF) filament

This was my first time buying or using any American Filament ( AF) filament. We needed His Vis Yellow for custom prop guards for a M600 DJI Hexacopter. Had very little issue with the filament, any issue was due to high humidity last week, but 95% had no issues at all. The PCTG is a very solid material, and I am glad that I chose AF. Will definitely try more from them in the future. Just finished assembling the guards, everything worked great. Thank You

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Eric Manneschmidt
It prints with consistency like the other PCTGs

It prints with consistency like the other PCTGs, good top surface finish. I like the fact that it fluoresces in UV.

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TIMOTHY Alvut
I have had very good success with PCTG

I have had very good success with PCTG. This was my first purchase with AF. Overall satisfied. I did have some layer adhesion issues. Filament was dried before use. Once I got settings woked out it worked well. Debating on another roll. A different company PCTG seemed more consistant. I did get AF with some coupons at a good price so I thought I would try it.

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Mitch
1st time with PCTG

This was my first roll of PCTG. It took a bit of set up but im fairly new to 3d printing so im sure some one more familiar with set up wouldn't have near the time invested. After i got it dialed in though this stuff has been amazing. It prints well, it holds up the the abuse on my RC dirt car and it has a nice shine to it. I run my plate at 60C and my nozzle at 260-265 with a travel speed of 40 mm/s. So far so good.

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Mike Wilson
Quite pleased with AF PCTG

Arrived on time, package well sealed and reasonably dry. Prints so much better than PETG - great for functional prints.

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Arnaud GUG
Good filament when you have the correct parameters

I first clogged 3 heatbreaks before I found the correct parameters for my printer. But now the prints are just perfect. That material does (almost) not warp. The color is amazing.

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Layer Worx 3D Printing
This filament prints very well

This filament prints very well. I highly recommend American filament to anybody.

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Anonymous
This hi-vis Yellow was just the color I needed

This hi-vis Yellow was just the color I needed, it looks great contrasted with black or a green. I'll also use it for some hueforge, although my TD1 says it's color is #ffffff, a pure white... but it is definitely yellow, maybe just a little too translucent.
Bottom line, I like it alot.

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Woolman Tools
USA!

Awesome filament, came out perfect! Keep supporting Made in USA! 🇺🇸

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Anonymous
Filament came in as advertised

Filament came in as advertised, in good condition, and in a reasonable timeframe. Made in America is also a plus.

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Jeff
Great filament certainly buy

Great filament certainly buy agian

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Matt
Love my PCTG!!

Worked out perfect!