Parts manufacturing with PA6 GF30 - 3D printing service
We offer 3D printing of components made from PA6 GF30. Additionally, we can produce various nylon variants with different glass fiber content. PAGF is an engineering plastic composed of polyamide and glass fibers. This combination gives the material exceptionally high mechanical strength, stiffness, and heat resistance.
Table of contents
Have components manufactured using PAGF
What are the properties of PAGF?
What is the difference between PA and PAGF?
What should be considered when dealing with PAGF?
What combinations are there with PAGF?
Have components manufactured using PAGF
Using our online price calculator, you can easily upload your 3D file and select the desired PAGF material. The price for the components will be displayed immediately.
If the required material combination is not listed, please send us an email with your 3D file and the desired material. We will review your request and provide you with a quote.
What are the properties of PAGF?
A key characteristic of PAGF is its high mechanical strength and stiffness, which results in minimal deformation under load. It also has a heat resistance of approximately 190 °C, ensuring stability even at high temperatures. Its abrasion resistance is another noteworthy feature, as the material exhibits a low wear rate, making it suitable for moving parts such as gears and bearings. Furthermore, PAGF offers good resistance to chemicals and moisture, and is resistant to fuels, oils, and many other chemicals.
What is the difference between PA and PAGF?
PA is a pure polyamide, while PAGF is reinforced with glass fibers. This reinforcement improves the mechanical properties of PAGF. PA offers good flexibility, while PAGF is more robust and resistant to abrasion and heat. Whether PA or PAGF is better depends on the application. For applications requiring greater strength, PAGF is often the better choice. PA is well-suited for less demanding tasks and offers a more cost-effective option.
Where can PAGF be used?
automotive industry
In the manufacture of components such as bumpers, fairings and other structural components that require high strength and low weight.
Electrical appliances
For enclosures where thermal stability and electrical insulation are important.
Mechanical engineering
Gears, bearings and other mechanical components that require high load-bearing capacity.
What should be considered when dealing with PAGF?
It is crucial to keep the material dry during manufacturing. After production, it can absorb moisture and expand. Therefore, plastic gears or bushings are only conditionally suitable for use in certain applications, as moisture or lubricants can cause swelling that impairs the smooth functioning of the parts. Another point is that the glass fibers can lead to significant tool wear when machining the material. PAGF has a rougher surface than many other plastics, which can be advantageous under certain circumstances. In 3D printing, this rough yet uniform surface contributes to the layers being barely visible and the resulting homogeneous structure.
What combinations are there with PAGF?
When 3D printing with PA and fiberglass, there are various mixing ratios that can be used to optimize the material's properties.
10% fiber optics
Properties : Improved stiffness and strength with moderate flexibility.
Application : Suitable for smaller, less stressed parts.
20% fiber optics
Properties : Significantly higher strength and stiffness, better suited for load-bearing structures.
Application : Often used in the automotive and mechanical engineering industries for parts that are subject to higher stress.
30% fiberglass
Properties : Maximum stiffness and strength with reduced flexibility.
Application : Ideal choice for demanding applications where high loads occur, such as gears or brackets.