Thread: 3D Printing with Nylon: Robot applications?
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Re: 3D Printing with Nylon: Robot applications?
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Originally Posted by seg9585 View Post
Polycarbonate!! I did not know that was available. Can't wait to make my first lexan print
Just remember you need at least 265°C to extrude it. I've seen claims in the 285-300°C range as well. It is also hygroscopic, so you want to be careful that the filament is dry enough to extrude properly.

https://ultimachine.com/content/poly...lear-1kg-spool
http://reprap.org/wiki/Polycarbonate

I'll be testing it for sure once I get my printer(s) up and running
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