Carbon-fiber PPS PPS-CF
Hot zones and chemicals. The maker rates it flame-retardant and self-extinguishing, so it is what we use near electrics.
In plain words
Good for
Hot zones and chemicals. The maker rates it flame-retardant and self-extinguishing, so it is what we use near electrics.
Not for
Parts that take sharp hits across the layers: it is stiff and brittle when loaded upright.
Upright is weaker
A printed part is strongest along its layers (flat, X-Y) and weaker across them (upright, Z). The table shows both. We turn the part so the load runs along the layers.
The full data sheet
Every number on this page is copied from the filament maker's technical data sheet (V1.0). The PDF has the test methods and print settings.
Download the manufacturer's datasheet (PDF)Source: https://store.bblcdn.com/26f4f40359484040a8660c9150a90fc0.pdf, linked from the maker's product page. Checked 2026-10-28.
Key numbers
As printed on the maker's data sheet. "Not published" means the data sheet does not give it.
| Property | Flat (X-Y) | Upright (Z) |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 87 ± 5 MPa | 24 ± 3 MPa |
| Bending strength | 142 ± 5 MPa | 36 ± 4 MPa |
| Stiffness (bending modulus) | 7160 ± 280 MPa | 2460 ± 190 MPa |
Impact strengthISO 179 | 27.8 ± 2.3 kJ/m²; 6.2 ± 1.6 kJ/m² (notched) | 2.8 ± 0.4 kJ/m² |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
Bends under light load atHDT 0.45 MPa | 264 °C (507 °F) |
Bends under heavier load atHDT 1.8 MPa | 235 °C (455 °F) |
Softening pointVicat | 268 °C (514 °F) |
| Density | 1.26 g/cm³ |
| Water uptake | 0.05% (saturated, 25 °C, 55% RH) |
| Burning | Self-extinguishing when away from fire; flame-retardant |
Flame ratingUL 94 | Not published |
| Sunlight (UV) | Not published |
| Acids | Resistant |
| Alkalis | Resistant |
| Solvents | Resistant |
| Oil and grease | Resistant |
Test conditions from the data sheet: not stated dry/conditioned; specimens X1E, chamber 60 °C, not annealed. These are lab numbers for test bars, not a working limit for your part. The real limit depends on the load, the time at temperature and the shape, which is why we ask about all three.