Professional 3D Printing
PC (polycarbonate)
A true industrial thermoplastic, PC(polycarbonate) is widely used in automotive, aerospace, medical and many other applications. PC offers accuracy, durability and stability, creating strong parts that withstand functional testing.
| MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | TEST METHOD | ENGLISH | METRIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 9,800 psi | 68 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 330,700 psi | 2,300 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 5% | 5% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 15,100 psi | 104 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 324,000 psi | 2,200 MPa |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 1 ft-lb/in | 53 J/m |
| IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 6 ft-lb/in | 320 J/m |
| THERMAL PROPERTIES | TEST METHOD | ENGLISH | METRIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection(HDT)@ 66 psi, 0.125" unannealed | ASTM D648 | 280°F | 138°C |
| Heat Deflection(HDT)@ 264 psi, 0.125" unannealed | ASTM D648 | 261°F | 127°C |
| Vicat Softening | ASTM D1525 | 282°F | 139°C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | DMA (SSYS) | 322°F | 161°C |
| Melt Point | --------------- | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | TEST METHOD | VALUE RANGE |
|---|---|---|
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 2.0x10e14 - 6.0x10e13 ohms |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 3.0 - 2.8 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D150-98 | .0006 - .0005 |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 360-80 V/mm |
| OTHER | TEST METHOD | VALUE RANGE |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.2 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | R115 |
| Flame Classification | UL 94 | HB |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | ASTM E831 | 3.8E-05 in/in/°F |
| UL File Number | --------------- | E345258 |