Obsidian Black AF 1.75mm PCTG Filament Made in the USA!
Obsidian Black AF 1.75mm PCTG Filament Made in the USA!
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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.
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.
- Made in the USA: Manufactured with American quality you can trust.
Resources:
- PCTG Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- PCTG Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
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PCTG Profile for Bambu Labs Printers
Print Settings
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.
For Bambu Printers: We recommend using the Bambu Labs Gold Textured PEI build plate, or other aftermarket textured PEI build plates, for this material. 70°C should be sufficient for adequate build plate adhesion, going higher than this temperature may cause parts to adhere to the plate too well.
For Bambu Printers: recommended retraction length can vary between 0.8-1.2mm depending on the amount of stringing you experience. For other printers: the default retraction settings for PETG should be sufficient, but total retraction length may need to be increased slightly.
For Bambu Printers: It is recommended to lower your Top Surface print speed to 100-150 mm/s for higher top layer quality.
1kg Spool Dimensions (AMS-Compatible)
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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The order was received in fair condition; the package had a tear in it, which meant it wasn't vacuum-sealed anymore. However, you shipped with FedEx, and in FedEx fashion, they passed it off to the USPS, which said it was delivered on the 11th at 8:48 AM, which it was not. They delivered and placed it in my wife's hands at 10:30 AM on the 12th, which is today.
Because you use FedEx, I will not be able to use your services again. I view this whole mix up as your fault, as you choose to use FedEx.
Michael, your order was shipped via UPS Ground Saver, which is an, 'economical, end-to-end shipping service designed for lightweight, residential packages.' It left our facility in the custody of UPS, who then handed it off to your local USPS post office for final, residential delivery. We almost never use Fedex for our deliveries due to cost & logistics reasons.
Also, you chose economy shipping which estimates delivery within 5 to 10 business days. Your order was delivered within that time frame, on June 1st. Are you sure you're not confusing our package with something different?
I have been using to print functional parts/ tool organization things. It has worked very well for this. Bambu's generic PCTG settings work very well.
This material was great. I can make sporting gooda that need a stiff but ductile outer surface with it. I had zero feed or finish issues and the new spools fit great in my AMS.
I’m really glad I can tell my customers that their products and even their materials are made in the USA.
Just like any other PCTG Filament. But the key factors are made in America, printer profile makes a world of difference. No drying for printing which put my old AMS back in use. Thanks
The Obsidian Black PCTG Filament, made by American Filaments is one of the best alternatives to PETG. I had some trouble printing at first, but when I dialed in my slicer's settings, I'm printing it almost perfectly now.
I would definitely give their PCTG a try again!