2025 Edition Professional 3D Printer Buyers Guide

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Please note: Only compatible with X1E. Not compatible with AMS/AMS Lite. Dry prior to printing for optimal print quality.
Founded in 1997, we bring next-generation technology to customers, with an emphasis on expertise and white-glove service. Showrooms in Chicago, Detroit, Tokyo, and Seoul.
The leading national supplier of Desktop 3D printers. Expertise in both Industrial and Desktop 3D printing. Supplier of next-generation Metal, SLS, ultrafast Industrial printers.
PPS-CF boasts a heat deflection temperature of up to 264°C under 0.45 MPa and can continuously operate at temperatures exceeding 200°C. This significantly outperforms normal PA-CF materials, which have maximum temperatures around 190°C and 120°C. Its exceptional heat resistance ensures outstanding creep resistance, making PPS-CF ideal for demanding industrial environments and applications.
Filament Type | PLA Basic | ABS | PC | Normal PA-CF | PA6-CF | PET-CF | PPA-CF | PPS-CF |
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Heat Deflection Temperature / °C (0.45 MPa) |
57 °C | 87 °C | 117 °C | 184 °C | 186 °C | 205 °C | 227 °C | 264 °C |
PPS-CF achieves a UL-94 V-0 flame retardant rating, offering superior safety and reliability in critical areas such as electronics and automotive components. PPS-CF provides long-lasting durability and peace of mind even in the most demanding environments.
Combining the stiffness of PPS polymers with the reinforcing power of carbon fiber, PPS-CF offers exceptional stiffness, bending strength, and tensile strength. Its superior dimensional stability and resistance to warping ensure that large-scale prints maintain precision and avoid deformation during the printing process, making it perfect for high-precision applications.
PET-CF | PPS-CF | Improved % | |
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Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Dry State) |
5320 MPa | 7160 MPa | 34.59% |
Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Dry State) |
131 MPa | 142 MPa | 8.40%a |
PPS-CF offers outstanding solvent and chemical resistance, second only to PTFE (Teflon). It remains virtually insoluble in any solvent below 200°C and exhibits exceptional resistance to acids, bases, and salts under normal conditions. This makes PPS-CF the ideal choice for challenging environments where chemical stability is critical.
With an extremely low moisture absorption rate of just 0.05%, PPS-CF ensures that its mechanical and thermal properties remain stable even in humid conditions. Unlike normal PA-CF, which can soften and degrade when exposed to moisture, PPS-CF maintains its strength and durability, making it the superior option for applications requiring high moisture resistance.
PPS-CF | PET-CF | PA6-CF | |
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Composition | Polyohenylene sulfide (PPS), Carbon Fiber | Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), Carbon Fiber | Nylon6 (PA6), Carbon Fiber |
AMS & AMS lite Compatibility | Not Compatible | Not Compatible | Not Compatible |
Dry before Use | Required | Required | Required |
Sealed during Printing | Sealed with desiccant | Sealed with desiccant | Sealed with desiccant |
Printer Type | Enclosed | Enclosed (Recommended) / Open-frame | Enclosed |
Nozzle | Hardened Steel 0.6 mm (recommended) / 0.4 mm / 0.8 mm | Hardened Steel 0.6 mm (recommended) / 0.4 mm / 0.8 mm | Hardened Steel 0.6 mm (recommended) / 0.4 mm / 0.8 mm |
Nozzle Temperature | 310 - 340 °C | 260 - 300 °C | 260 - 300 °C |
Bed Temperature | 100 - 120 °C | 80 - 110 °C | 100 - 110 °C |
Toughness (Impact Strength - XY, Dry State) | 27.8 kj/m2 | 36.0 kj/m2 | 40.3 kj/m2 |
Toughness (Impact Strength - XY, Wet State) | 27.8 kj/m2 | 37.3 kj/m2 | 57.2 kj/m2 |
Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Dry State) | 142 MPa | 131 MPa | 151 MPa |
Strength (Bending Strength - XY, Wet State) | 142 MPa | 127 MPa | 95 MPa |
Layer Strength (Bending Strength - Z, Dry State) | 36 MPa | 49 MPa | 80 MPa |
Layer Strength (Bending Strength - Z, Wet State) | 36 MPa | 46 MPa | 45 MPa |
Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Dry State) | 7160 MPa | 5320 MPa | 5460 MPa |
Stiffness (Bending Modulus - XY, Wet State) | 7160 MPa | 5240 MPa | 3560 MPa |
Layer Adhesion (Impact Strength - Z, Dry State) | 2.8 kj/m2 | 4.5 kj/m2 | 15.5 kj/m2 |
Heat Resistance (HDT, 0.45 MPa, Dry State) | 264 °C | 205 °C | 186 °C |
Saturated Water Absorption Rate (25°C, 55% RH) | 0.05% | 0.37% | 2.35% |
Drying Settings before Printing
100 - 140 °C, 8 - 12 h
Printing and Keeping Container's Humidity
< 20% RH (Sealed, with Desiccant)
Nozzle Temperature
310 - 340 °C
Bed Temperature (with Glue)
100 - 120 °C
Printing Speed
<100 mm/s
Density
1.26 g/cm³
Vicar Softening Temperature
268 °C
Heat Deflection Temperature
264 °C
Melting Temperature
284 °C
Melt Index
11.48 ± 1.23 g/10 min
Tensile Strength
87 ± 5 MPa
Breaking Elongation Rate
1.2 ± 0.4 %
Bending Modulus
7160 ± 280 MPa
Bending Strength
142 ± 5 MPa
Impact Strength
27.8 ± 2.3 kJ/m²
1.75 ± 0.05 mm
0.75 kg
Cardboard Spool
(Temperature resistance 145 °C)
Diameter 200 mm;
Height: 67 mm
Founded in 1997, we bring next-generation technology to customers, with an emphasis on expertise and white-glove service. Showrooms in Chicago, Detroit, Tokyo, and Seoul.
The leading national supplier of Desktop 3D printers. Expertise in both Industrial and Desktop 3D printing. Supplier of next-generation Metal, SLS, ultrafast Industrial printers.
2025 Edition Professional 3D Printer Buyers Guide
Choosing the right 3D printer doesn't have to be difficult. Find the perfect printer for your application. This in-depth guide covers pricing, materials, dimensional accuracy, and more.
Download now