¶ High-Temperature 3D Printing Filament from 3DXTech
ThermaX PEI Filament made with Ultem 9085, also known as Polyetherimide, is an ultra-performance filament known for its low smoke toxicity, high flame and heat resistance, and fantastic strength at elevated temperatures. ThermaX PEI with Ultem 9085 makes it a great material in industries like medical, electronic, and manufacturing.
¶ Ultem 9085: Temperature, Strength, and Environmental Specifications
Yes, annealing gives parts additional strength. However, with proper printing conditions, parts printed with Ultem 9085 can achieve passable strength without annealing.
ThermaX PEI with 9085 is an amorphous substance.
Annealing is highly recommended for increasing the part's strength but not strictly necessary under proper printing conditions.
Resistant to gamma and UV radiation, making it suitable for outdoor exposure and sterilization/cleaning techniques.
Hydrolytic Resistance:
Ultem 9085 parts do not absorb water after printing.
Food Safety and Sterilization:
Achieved a 100% success rate in tests for autoclave, gamma radiation, and three other sterility tests performed by Stratasys to evaluate the sterilization capacity of the material.
Chemical Resistance:
Resistant to a wide range of chemicals, including automotive fluids (gasoline and hydrocarbons), alcohol solutions, water, weak bases, gasoline, and windshield washer fluid.
Moderately resistant to strong bases, weak acids, greases, motor oil, and antifreeze.
Electrical Properties:
Stable dielectric constant and dissipation factor over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies.
Dissipation Factor: 0.004
Dielectric Constant: 2.97 - 3.04
Certification:
UL94 V-0 FST Rating
Low smoke generation, making it ideal for high-temperature applications where flame-related accidents do not produce excess smoke. This is crucial in confined spaces like airplanes.
High strength-to-weight ratio, combined with good chemical and UV stability, makes it perfect for metal replacement in these sectors.
Used for customized lightweight tools, prototypes, and housing parts.
Industry Use:
Formula SAE uses Ultem 9085 for exhaust and intake manifolds, as well as brackets and electronic components.
NASA and other space agencies use it due to its low off-gassing and performance at low temperatures (down to -60°C).
Commercial airlines use it for interior parts like table trays, overhead bins, and walls due to the UL94 V-0 flammability rating and low off-gassing properties.
Safety:
Ideal for use in airplanes due to its low flammability and self-extinguishing properties.