{"product_id":"3d-fuel-pro-pctg-cobalt-blue-1-75mm","title":"3D Fuel - Pro PCTG, Cobalt Blue, 1.75mm","description":"\u003cp\u003e3D-Fuel \u003cstrong\u003ePro PCTG\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance alternative to PETG, offering up to \u003cstrong\u003e30x the impact strength\u003c\/strong\u003e, superior chemical resistance, and enhanced optical clarity. Designed for reliability and ease of use, Pro PCTG features a lower moisture absorption rate and does not require an enclosure—simply use it with the same convenience as PETG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a broad color palette and excellent printability, it is an ideal choice for multi-color 3D printing systems like the \u003cstrong\u003eBambu Lab AMS\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrint Profiles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/support.3dfuel.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/22046343945495-Pro-PCTG-Print-Profiles\" title=\"3D-Fuel Pro PCTG print profiles\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAccess Bambu Lab print profiles for Pro PCTG here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBambu AMS Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince October 2023, 3D-Fuel spools have been manufactured to be AMS-compliant. During our warehouse inventory transition, you may receive an older spool style; these remain fully compatible with the AMS, though we recommend leaving the AMS lid slightly open (a few mm) during use. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/support.3dfuel.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360059449374-What-are-the-sizes-and-weights-of-your-spools\" title=\"3D-Fuel spool sizes and weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView spool specifications.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePro PCTG: Superior Impact Toughness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro PCTG is 20-50% more impact-resistant than standard PETG. Its molecular structure utilizes \u003cstrong\u003ecyclohexane dimethanol (CHDM)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing increased flexibility and ductility. This allows parts to absorb and dissipate energy during impact rather than cracking or shattering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for protective housings, wearable devices, and tool enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepeated Stress:\u003c\/strong\u003e High endurance for clips, snap-fits, and living hinges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists embrittlement in low temperatures where PETG may fail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInter-layer Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superior adhesion reduces structural weak points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExample Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtective housings for electronics or tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrone parts and propeller guards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible clips, snap-fits, and living hinges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChemical Resistance Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-container\" style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #000; color: #fff;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eChemical Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eExamples\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: center; border: 1px solid #333;\"\u003eCRR Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAlcohols\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIPA, Ethanol, Methanol\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHydrocarbons\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGasoline, Mineral Spirits, Hexane\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCleaning Agents\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBleach, Degreasers, Detergents\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOils \u0026amp; Lubricants\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEngine Oils, Hydraulic Fluids\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAcids\/Bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAcetic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.4 \/ 1.3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLow Moisture Absorption \u0026amp; Easy Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro PCTG is significantly less hygroscopic than PETG, absorbing only \u003cstrong\u003e0.1–0.2%\u003c\/strong\u003e moisture by weight (compared to 0.3% in PETG). This results in fewer print defects like stringing or bubbling and requires less frequent drying cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains mechanical properties longer in high-humidity environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e For optimal results, dry at \u003cstrong\u003e60-70°C for 4-8 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 260-280°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBed Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 – 250 mm\/s\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBed Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEI, bare glass, BuildTak, WhamBam\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e real-time multi-axis laser controlled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0027\/5339\/6848\/files\/TDS-Essentium-PCTG.pdf?v=1723400619\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Technical Data Sheet (TDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e | \n  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0027\/5339\/6848\/files\/SDS-Essentium-PCTG.pdf?v=1723400619\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly manufactured in the United States. Every 1kg spool is vacuum-sealed with desiccant and shipped on a durable, AMS-compatible plastic reel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3D-Fuel","offers":[{"title":"Pro PCTG \/ 1kg 1.75mm Spool \/ Cobalt Blue","offer_id":46280111915207,"sku":"E45A8","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pro PCTG \/ 4kg 1.75mm Spool \/ Cobalt Blue","offer_id":46280111947975,"sku":"E47A8","price":115.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5320\/0583\/files\/pro-pctg-cobalt-blue-175mm-369449.jpg?v=1773258937","url":"https:\/\/copier2go.com\/products\/3d-fuel-pro-pctg-cobalt-blue-1-75mm","provider":"Copier2Go","version":"1.0","type":"link"}