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    73 Products

    3D Printer Build Surfaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. 3D Printer Build Surfaces.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Amber.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Black.

    Amber

    Black

    Also known as build sheets, stick these sheets to your printer bed for more accurate 3D printed parts than those made on bare printer beds, masking tape, and glue. They won’t transfer heat between your part and printer bed, which means they grip your part as it prints to keep it from shifting. Then they easily release the part without damaging it once it’s cooled. Because they’re insulating, they also protect glass printer beds from cracking due to sudden temperature changes, so you won’t need to replace the bed as often. You can reuse these sheets multiple times, since they’re durable and stand up to heat.
    Use these sheets with fused filament fabrication (FFF) 3D printers. Cut them to size with scissors before sticking them to your printer bed. For large print surfaces, use primer and smoothing tools (both sold separately) to remove wrinkles and trapped air bubbles.
    PEI—PEI print surfaces don’t grip as tightly as plastic-blend print surfaces, making them easier for removing sticky filaments, such as PETG. They also last longer. Their smooth exterior leaves a smooth finish on the bottom of your part.
    Plastic Blend—Plastic-blend print surfaces have a stronger hold than PEI print surfaces, so they’re good for polycarbonate and other filaments that are prone to warping. But, this makes them difficult for removing some polyester-based filaments. Since they’re rough, they leave a textured finish on the bottom of your part.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    For Printer
    Bed Temp.
    Color
    Each
    Plastic Blend—For Heated and Unheated Printer Beds
    4 1/2"4 1/2"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1100000
    6 5/16"5 1/8"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N120000
    6 1/2"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N130000
    8"8"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1500000
    8 7/8"8 7/8"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1800000
    9 1/4"6 1/4"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1400000
    10"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1600000
    10"8"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1900000
    10"9"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N200000
    10"9 1/2"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N2100000
    10"10"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N2200000
    11 1/2"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N1700000
    12"12"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N2300000
    16"16"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N2400000
    19 7/8"19 7/8"0.014"21° C to 120° C
    70° F to 248° F
    Black3697N2500000
     
    PEI—For Heated and Unheated Printer Beds
    6 5/16"5 1/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N260000
    6 1/2"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N2700000
    8"8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N2900000
    8 7/8"8 7/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3100000
    9 1/4"6 1/4"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N2800000
    10"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N300000
    10"8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3200000
    10"9"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3300000
    10"9 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3400000
    10"10"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3500000
    12"12"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3600000
    16"16"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3700000
    19 7/8"19 7/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F
    Amber3697N3800000
     
    Accessories for 3D Printer Build Surfaces

    Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant FEP Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant FEP Film.
    The slippery surface on this FEP film prevents sticking. Use it as a release film when making molded parts.
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Wd.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per Ft.
    Plain Backing
    0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"24"Extruded-320400ClearUL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 5, 1085905K6200000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"Extruded-320400ClearUL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 5, 1085905K6400000
    0.005"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24"Extruded-320400ClearUL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 5, 1085905K6600000
     
    Each
    Adhesive Backing
    0.0035"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"Extruded-100400Semi-Clear15805T1100000
     

    Ultra-Electrical-Insulating Ultem PEI Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrical-Insulating Ultem PEI Film.
    Use this film in 3D printing operations as a build surface. It’s also widely used in semiconductor applications because it has excellent electrical insulating properties.
    1 ft. Long
    2 ft. Long
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Wd.
    Fabrication
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Plain Backing
    0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K18000007576K15000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K1900007576K1600000
    0.003"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K2100007576K1100000
    0.005"-0.0005" to 0.0005"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K22000007576K1200000
    0.01"-0.001" to 0.001"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K23000007576K1300000
    0.02"-0.002" to 0.002"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K24000007576K1400000
    0.03"-0.003" to 0.003"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K25000007576K1700000
     
    Adhesive Backing
    0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K31000007576K4100000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K3200000———0
    0.003"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K33000007576K4200000
    0.005"-0.0005" to 0.0005"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K34000007576K4300000
    0.01"-0.001" to 0.001"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K35000007576K4400000
    0.02"-0.002" to 0.002"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K3600000———0
    0.03"-0.003" to 0.003"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    7576K3700000———0
     

    Plastic Pellets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Plastic Pellets.
    Use them with injection molders, 3D printers, and other molding equipment.
    Impact Resistant—Absorbing impact without cracking or breaking, these plastic pellets are molded into parts that endure bumps, scrapes, and falls.
    Moisture Resistant—These pellets resist swelling when exposed to water, making them suitable for use in wet environments. Melt and mold them into desired shapes.
    Wear Resistant—With a low coefficient of friction, these pellets won't wear away from abrasion that’s often caused by contact with moving parts. Melt and mold them into desired shapes. They handle high temperatures without losing their mechanical properties.
    HoPP—HoPP pellets are harder than HDPE pellets, so they won't scratch as easily. HoPP has greater tensile strength than CoPP.
    CoPP—CoPP pellets are harder than HDPE pellets, so they won't scratch as easily. CoPP has better impact resistance than HoPP. It resists impact even at low temperatures.
    HDPE—Choose HDPE pellets for general-purpose applications such as protoyping.
    HIPS—HIPS pellets are easy to thermoform, so they’re good for signs, packaging, and other light duty applications.
    ABS—ABS pellets are easy to thermoform, have good impact resistance at low temperatures, and have more chemical resistance than those made of HIPS or polycarbonate. They’re also more impact resistant than HIPS pellets. Use them to make storage cases, tote trays, equipment housings, and protective gear.
    Nylon—Nylon pellets have good wear resistance, as well as chemical resistance against fuels and hydrocarbons. They will expand and contract when exposed to moisture and temperature changes.
    Polycarbonate—Polycarbonate pellets handle higher temperatures than any of these other materials, but they’re more difficult to thermoform. Clear in color and a lightweight alternative to glass, they’re often used to make windows, machine guards, and instrument covers.
    PVDF—PVDF pellets are flexible, weather resistant, and have the most chemical resistance of all these materials. PVDF is also known as Kynar.
    PEEK—PEEK pellets stand up to acids, alkalis, and oils. They are often used as a lightweight alternative for metal parts in chemical-processing applications. They will expand when exposed to moisture.
    Container
    Net Wt., lb.
    Container
    Type
    Molding Temp.,
    ° F
    Melting Temp.,
    ° F
    Melt Flow Rate
    Shrinkage
    Color
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
    Impact Resistant
     
    HIPS
    5Pail100 to 150410 to 4809 g per 10 min.0.3% to 0.6%Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    4387N16000000
    55Cardboard Box100 to 150410 to 4809 g per 10 min.0.3% to 0.6%Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    4387N13000000
     
    ABS
    5Pail145 to 185400 to 46035 g per 10 min.0.5% to 0.8%Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    4387N17000000
    55Cardboard Box145 to 185400 to 46035 g per 10 min.0.5% to 0.8%Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    4387N11000000
     
    Polycarbonate
    5Pail180 to 240540 to 59022 g per 10 min.0.5% to 0.7%ClearFDA Standard
    4387N18000000
    50Cardboard Box180 to 240540 to 59022 g per 10 min.0.5% to 0.7%ClearFDA Standard
    4387N12000000
     
    PVDF
    5Jar125 to 190270 to 2808 g per 10 min.2% to 3.5%Semi-Clear Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    4387N15000000
     
    Moisture Resistant
     
    HoPP
    5Pail90 to 150375 to 45012 g per 10 min.1.3% to 1.7%Semi-Clear WhiteFDA Standard
    7202N1500000
     
    CoPP
    5Pail90 to 150375 to 4504 g per 10 min.1.3% to 1.7%WhiteFDA Standard
    7202N1600000
     
    HDPE
    5Pail80 to 140375 to 4406 g per 10 min.1.2% to 2%WhiteFDA Standard
    7202N1400000
    50Cardboard Box80 to 140375 to 4406 g per 10 min.1.2% to 2%WhiteFDA Standard
    7202N11000000
     
    Wear Resistant
     
    Nylon
    5Pail130 to 200470 to 535Not Rated1.3% to 1.7%Off-White5305N14000000
     
    PVDF
    5Pail120 to 190325 to 3405 g per 10 min.2% to 3.5%Semi-Clear Off-White5305N17000000
     
    PEEK
    5Pail350 to 390650 to 72036 g per 10 min.1.4% to 1.6%Beige5305N15000000
     
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