Firewire Flame Retardant ABS

Name: Flame Retardant ABS 3D Filament | UL approved | V- rated
Brand: Firewire®
Availability: InStock

$68.00 – $180.00

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Firewire® ABS-FR is a premium UL94 V-0 rated ABS that allows for printing of functional prototypes and production parts. This material is ideal for printing electrical housings, connectors, or any part that requires thermal properties [up to 95°C] and flame retardant ABS characteristics.

SKU: Select options above Brand: Firewire® Categories: ABS Family, Flame Retardant Filaments

Firewire® Flame Retardant ABS 3D Printing Filament

Firewire® FR-ABS is made using a premium UL94 V-0 rated ABS. Flame Retardant ABS is ideal for applications that require UL94 V-0 self-extinguishing characteristics.

Gearbox HT2™ 3D Printer:

Print industrial-grade parts using our FR-ABS and more with the new Gearbox™ HT2 High-Temp 3D Printer.

Extruder Temp
220-240°C

Bed Temp
100-110°C

Heated Chamber
Recommended

Nozzle Specs
No special concerns

Bed Adhesion
Magigoo Bed Prep

Layer Height
No special concerns

Drying Specs
80°C for 4 hours

Supports
Works best with
X1 USM Water Soluble Support

Benefits of Firewire Flame Retardant ABS:

Durable and sturdy parts with highly flame-retardant, self-extinguishing properties
Easier to print than most industrial-grade materials
Made using UL94 V-0 rated base resin

Flame Rating (UL94):

1.5mm: V-0
2.0mm: V-0, 5VB
2.5mm: V-0, 5VB
3.0mm: V-0, 5VB

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Safety Data Sheet

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Filament Specifications:

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

Recommended Print Settings:

Extruder: 220-240°C
Bed Temp: 100-110°C
Bed Prep: Magigoo Bed Prep Adhesive or 3DXTECH Polyimide Tape gives us the best results
Heated Chamber: Recommended, a chamber helps reduce warping and improves layer adhesion
Supports: Water soluble AquaTek X1 USM works ideal for complex parts.
Drying Instructions: 80°C for 4 hours.

Safety Note:

Direct ventilation is required to print Firewire Flame Retardant ABS. This grade has a much more pronounced odor during printing and it is highly recommended to use in a well-ventilated area or with HEPA and carbon filtration systems available.