Materials

Our pellet extruders are developed to process a wide range of thermoplastic fiber reinforced materials. At CEAD we are continuously testing materials together with our clients and material suppliers. From high performance materials reinforced with carbon fibers to commodity materials reinforced with glass or natural fibers.

The table below shows various applications of large format additive manufacturing and our suggested materials. For more information about the right material for your application, contact sales@ceadgroup.com.

3D printing material for general purpose

PET-G

General purpose and rapid prototyping

Criteria:

  • Cost-effective

Preferred supplier: MCPP

3D printing material for molds and tooling

PC, PEI, PESU

Molds, tooling and jiggs

Criteria:

  • Low CTE
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Cost-effective

Preferred supplier: Airtech

3D printing material for maritime applications

HDPE, PP

Maritime applications

Criteria:

  • UV/Water-resistant
  • Fire-proof
  • Lightweight
  • Cost-effective

Preferred supplier: Transmare CirQular

3D printing material for outdoor applications

ASA

Outdoor applications

Criteria:

  • UV/Water-resistant
3D printing material for aerospace

PC, PEI, PESU

Aerospace applications

Criteria:

  • Low CTE
  • Good temperature stability

Preferred supplier: Airtech

3D printing material for furniture

PET-G

Interior/furniture applications

Criteria:

  • Color stability
  • Visual appearance
  • Touch and feel

Preferred supplier: MCPP