Overview
PET-G (Polyethylene terephthalate glycol-modified) is a globally used co-polyester, from plastic water bottles to cloth fibers and it is 100% recyclable.
As a technical material, PET-G provides good mechanical properties and improved chemical and thermal behaviours than PLA but with similar ease of use.
Applications
- Parts in contact with salts, acids and alkalis
- Models requiring high geometrical and dimensional accuracy
- Functional prototypes and mechanical parts
Properties
- Outstanding chemical resistance
- Great dimensional stability and toughness
- Good glossy surface quality
- Good abrasion resistance
- High humidity resistance
- Withstand operating temperatures up to 70°C
- Low rate of ultrafine particles (UFP) and volatile organic compounds (VOC)
- Compatible with PVA supports
Datasheets:
Download safety and technical data sheetsHow to print
Printer setting
For Cura users:
Get a proper printing profile for PLA using the ones integrated into the BCN3D Cura. Download the latest version of BCN3D Cura.
Bed adhesion:
To ensure good bed adhesion use Magigoo.
Recommendations:
Plastics absorb moisture from the air. For long periods of time without printing, it is recommended to keep the PET-G spools in a box or airtight container with desiccant to keep them dry.
PET-G emits low levels of gasses and particles when printed. We recommend printing it in a well-ventilated area to ensure a healthy environment.
For a better print quality use an enclosure.
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Good balance of strength and ductility
PET-G parts are as strong as those made with PLA but offer a better mechanical profile. PET-G is not brittle, which means that it will not snap abruptly if pulled or bended, on the contrary, it will progressively bend and stretch until reaching it maximum elongation limit of 23%.
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Mechanical parts
PET-G is ideal for end-use parts demanding mechanical and thermal properties.
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Mechanical parts
PET-G is ideal for end-use parts demanding mechanical and thermal properties.
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Waterproofing 3D Prints
PET-G is a perfect material for mechanical parts that requires chemical resistance.
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Chemical resistant
PET-G is a perfect material for mechanical parts that requires chemical resistance.
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Geometrical and dimensional accuracy
PET-G is a good choice for those parts that are in contact with salts, acids or alkalis. Also, is ideal for models requiring high geometrical and dimensional accuracy.
