3DXSTAT ESD-SAFE PLA 3D Filament spool.

3DXSTAT ESD PLA is an advanced ESD-Safe compound designed for use in critical applications that require electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.   Made using cutting-edge multi-wall carbon nanotube technology, state of the art compounding technology, and precision extrusion processes.  Target surface resistance:  10^7 to 10^9 Ohm.

Benefits of 3DXSTAT include:

• Ideal for printing without a heated bed – no enclosure required
• Low shrink / warp – very easy to print
• Low odor – ideal for printing in public spaces / office environments
• Consistent and reliable surface resistance
• Improved retention of impact & elongation vs. similar ESD-safe materials
• Low particulate contamination
• Minimal contribution to outgassing and ionic contamination

Typical applications include:

• Semi-con:  HDD Components, Housings, Wafer Handling, Jigs, Casings, & Connectors
• Industrial:  Fixtures, Conveying, Metering, End-of-arm Tooling, and Sensing applications

Target conductivity for 3DXSTAT ESD PLA:

• Spec:  10^6 to 10^9 Ohm surface resistivity on 3DP sample using concentric ring method, target 10^7 Ohm
• Note:  Internal studies have indicated that increased extruder temperatures can achieve higher levels of conductivity.  Likewise, lower extruder temperatures have resulted in lower levels of conductivity. Each printer is set-up differently as well as varied part geometry.  Therefore, expect some trial time to understand how this filament works in your specific printer / application.

Recommended Print Conditions:

• Extruder Temp:  Typically 210-220°C.  3DXSTAT ESD PLA is a filled product and has a higher melt viscosity vs. unfilled PLA.  Therefore, it is sometimes necessary to print at higher temperatures than your standard PLA to allow the resin to flow properly.
• Extrusion Multiplier:  1.15 – 1.20
• Extrusion Speed:  60mm/s or higher
• Bed Temp:  23-60°C
• Fan Speed:  50-100% starting on 2nd layer
• Bed Prep:  Blue Tape, Hairspray on clean glass

Health & Safety

1. Please download and read the MSDS for this product.
2. Please print in a well-ventilated area.
3. This product contains multi-wall carbon nanotubes (CNTs). The CNTs contained in this product are fully encapsulated in the polymer matrix and do not migrate out of the product during handling or processing.
4. We do not recommend that users sand, drill, or perform other mechanical operations on this polymer that may cause particulates of polymer and CNT to become airborne. Moisture (i.e., wet sanding) eliminates this dust / particulate risk.
5. Do not exceed 260°C extruder temperature. This polymer is thermally stable at temperatures above 255?C, however this temperature limit will help assure that polymer degradation does not become an issue.