3DXSTAT ESD PEEK

$850.00

3DXSTAT™ ESD-Safe PEEK [Polyether Ether Ketone] is a premier ultra polymer due to its unrivaled balance of thermal, mechanical, and chemical resistance properties. Made using Victrex PEEK and multi-wall CNT’s, this material is ideal for the most demanding applications.

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3DXSTAT™ ESD PEEK 3D Printing Filament

3DXSTAT™ ESD PEEK is one of the premier polymers in FFF/FDM 3D Printing. ESD Safe PEEK is one of the highest performance thermoplastics ever invented. It is used in some of the most demanding applications such as seals, gears, bushings, bearings, and pump & compressor components. Industries such as Auto, Aerospace, Defense, Semi-conductor, and Oil/Gas depend on PEEK for applications where failure is not an option.

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Print Recommendations

Ext Temp 1

Extruder Temp
375-410°C

Bed Temp

Bed Temp
130-150°C

Chamber Temp

Heated Chamber
Recommended

Nozzle Settings

Nozzle Specs
No special concerns

Bed Adhesion

Bed Adhesion
Nano Polymer Adhesive
Polyimide Tape

Layer Height

Layer Height
No special concerns

Drying Filamen

Drying Specs
120°C for 4 hours

Break Away Support

Supports
Break-Away Support

Benefits of PEEK Include:

  • Inherently flame resistant and self-extinguishing
  • Long-term hydrolytic stability even above 250°C
  • Outstanding resistance to a broad range of chemicals, including automotive fluids, fully halogenated hydrocarbons, alcohols, and aqueous solutions
  • Low smoke and toxic gas emissions
  • Excellent dimensional stability with low heat creep, low and uniform coefficient of thermal expansion, giving PEEK highly reproducible part-to-part dimensions
  • High thermal properties with a Tg of 143°C, CUT of 240-260°C, and Tm of 343°C

Benefits of 3DXSTAT™ Include

  • Consistent surface resistivity
  • Improved retention of impact & elongation
  • Low particulate contamination
  • Minimal contribution to outgassing and ionic contamination

Typical ESD PEEK Applications Include:

  • Semi-con: HDD Components, Wafer Handling, Jigs, Casings, & Connectors
  • Industrial: Conveying, Metering, and Sensing Applications
  • Seals, Gears, Bushings, Bearings, Pump and Compressor Components
  • Industries Served: Auto, Aerospace, Defense, Semi-conductor, Oil & Gas

Target Conductivity for 3DXSTAT™ ESD PEEK:

  • 10^7 to 10^9 ohm surface resistivity on 3DP sample using concentric ring test method.
  • Note: Internal studies have indicated that increased extruder temperatures can achieve higher levels of conductivity. Likewise, lower extruder temperatures have resulted in lower levels of conductivity. Each printer is set-up differently, not to mention varied part geometry. Therefore, expect some trial time to understand how ESD PEEK filament works in your specific printer and application.

Surface Conductivity as a Function of Extruder Temperature:

The surface resistance of the printed ESD-safe part will vary depending on the printer’s extruder temperature. For example, if your testing indicates the part is too insulative, then increasing the extruder temperature will result in improved conductivity. Therefore, the surface resistance can be ‘dialed-in’ by adjusting the extruder temperature up or down depending on the reading you receive on your part.

Printing with 3DXSTAT ESD PEEK

PEEK has a melt temperature (Tm) of 343°C, therefore, you will need an all-metal extruder capable of reaching (and holding) temps upwards of 400°C or more depending on your specific printer. Every printer, slicer, and printing environment is different and you will need to tinker to find a process which works for you. One of the more difficult aspects of printing with PEEK was getting it to stick to the build plate.

Please note: ESD PEEK has a tendency to stick to metal (PEEK loves metal).  Make sure to purge out your extruder completely before it cools down or you run the risk permanent clogs. Seriously, we know this first hand.

Filament Specifications:

1.75mm and 2.85mm +/- 0.05mm in diameter

Recommended Print Settings:

  • Extruder: 375-410°C
  • Bed Temp: 130-150°C
  • Bed Prep: Nano Polymer Adhesive or 3DXTECH Polyimide Tape gives us the best results
  • Heated Chamber: Recommended, a chamber helps reduce warping and improves layer adhesion.
  • Supports: ThermaX™ HTS High-Temp Support works ideal for complex, high-temp materials like this
  • Drying Instructions: 120°C for 4 hours

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