The Filament ASA CF is a UV-resistant ASA filament with 3% carbon fibre from Spectrum Group, with a matte, carbon-look finish.
The Filament ASA CF is a UV-resistant ASA filament with 3% carbon fibre from Spectrum Group, with a matte, carbon-look finish.
The maker recommends a hardened nozzle, a nozzle temperature of 230 to 270 °C and a bed of 75 to 100 °C, with a closed chamber for larger prints.
Typical values from the Spectrum Group data sheet (prepared 23 July 2025).
| Property | Typical value | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength at yield | 66 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Tensile strength at break | 59 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Elongation at break | 2% | ISO 527 |
| Impact strength (Charpy) | 5.7 kJ/m² | ISO 179 |
| Heat deflection temperature | 88 °C | ASTM D648 |
| Vicat softening temperature | 96 °C | ASTM D1525 |
| Specific gravity | 1.12 g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Melt flow index (220 °C, 10 kg) | 7.6 g/10 min | ISO 1133 |
| Nozzle temperature | 230 to 270 °C | - |
| Bed temperature | 75 to 100 °C | - |
FDM printers with a hardened nozzle. A closed chamber is recommended for larger prints.
Complete Fabrication prints parts in The Filament ASA CF at Lion Works in Whittlesford, near Cambridge, and finishes, paints and assembles them in house. Email your CAD to Info@compfab.co.uk or call +44 1223 836837. We quote fast. If you need a quote quickly, let us know and we will do our best to match your timings. See all materials we run.
The Filament ASA CF is a UV-resistant ASA filament with 3% carbon fibre from Spectrum Group, with a matte, carbon-look finish.
The Filament ASA CF has a typical tensile strength of 66 MPa (ISO 527), according to the Spectrum Group data sheet.
The Spectrum Group data sheet gives The Filament ASA CF a heat deflection temperature of 88 °C.
The Filament ASA CF is used for UV-resistant outdoor parts, durable functional prototypes and parts with a matte carbon-fibre look.
Yes. Complete Fabrication prints parts in The Filament ASA CF at its workshop in Whittlesford, near Cambridge. Send CAD to Info@compfab.co.uk. We quote fast, and if you need a quote quickly, let us know and we will do our best to match your timings.
Values are typical figures from the Spectrum Group data sheet, 23 July 2025. They vary with printer, build orientation, post-processing and test method, and are not a specification. Check the current data sheet before you design with the material.
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