CARBONX EXTEM TPI+CF

3DXTECH CarbonX TPI+CF Carbon Fiber Reinforced TPI (Thermoplastic Polyimide)

CarbonX™ TPI+CF is made using Sabic’s Extem™ Thermoplastic Polyimide (TPI) resin plus 10% Toray T-800 chopped carbon fiber. This resin has been formulated specifically for FFF/FDM additive manufacturing. CarbonX™ TPI+CF boasts exceptional thermal properties with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of 247°C and an HDT of 240°C. This material has exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties and is suitable for the most demanding applications in the aerospace, automotive, electronics, and industrial markets.

What is TPI? One way to think about our CarbonX™ TPI+CF is to consider it a higher-heat version of the venerable Ultem™ 1010 PEI (Polyether Imide). Both TPI and PEI are amorphous thermoplastic polyimides and offer excellent high-heat resistance. But only CarbonX™ TPI+CF offers superior thermal and mechanical properties – up to 50% higher than Ultem™ 1010 in some instances! CarbonX™ TPI+CF must be considered a top contender when you need the best performance.

Benefits of CarbonX™ TPI+CF:

• Made using 10% Toray T-800 Aerospace-grade Carbon Fiber
• Exceptional thermal properties: Tg = 247°C, HDT 240°C
• Up to 50% stronger than Ultem™ 1010 at temps above 170°C [170-240°C]
• Superior chemical resistance [auto & aircraft fluids, aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids, chlorinated solvents]
• Inherently flame retardant without the use of halogenated additives
• Amorphous polymer with excellent dimensional stability over a wide range of temperatures
• Lower cost than other ultra-polymers such as PEEK and PEKK