For 3D printing using fused filament fabrication, polycarbonate (PC) is a high-performance synthetic filament. It is a recyclable substance that can be manufactured to satisfy particular application or processing demands, including reduced warping. For more demanding 3D printing applications, its toughness and rigidity make it the perfect material.
Lighting, electrical and electronic equipment, and optical applications are the principal uses for polycarbonates.Examples include large light fixtures, discs used for data storage, and monitors and phones used for communications.
The hue of polycarbonate is clear by nature. The material can be dyed during a pre-processing step, depending on the use.
Most polycarbonates have the following key characteristics:
- Inherent transparency
- Low viscosity
- Heat resistant
- Flame retardance
- Tough and rigid
Also, as polycarbonates may be made to be clear or transparent, the filament is a good choice for lighting and other ideal uses.