Medical-grade PC
Medical-grade PC filament is an amorphous thermoplastic composed of high-quality polycarbonate (PC). Transparent with a slight blue sheen, it is characterised by its high strength and resistance to high temperatures. Designed for applications in contact with the skin, this material meets the requirements of the medical sector, notably through its compliance with the ISO 10993-5 standard. Autoclavable, it can be used in sterile environments, particularly in the operating theatre for the production of surgical guides. This filament is particularly suitable for the manufacture of surgical guides, medical instruments and technical components requiring robustness and precision.
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Technical specifications
- Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
- Colour: Transparent with blue tints
- Appearance: Rigid
- Diameter: 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm
- Spool weight: 500 g
- Origin: Made in France
- Type: Skin-contact, autoclavable
Printing properties
To ensure reliable prints suitable for medical applications, it is recommended to adhere to the following settings:
- Extrusion temperature: 255 – 275 °C
- Bed temperature: 120 – 140 °C
- Print speed: 20 – 90 mm/s
A print profile is available in Ultimaker Cura to optimise the performance and quality of the parts produced. Polycarbonate requires a controlled printing environment, particularly due to its susceptibility to warping.
Its biological and functional properties
- Skin-contact compatible (ISO 10993-5)
- Autoclavable
- High mechanical strength
- High thermal resistance
- Excellent dimensional stability
Its robustness and thermal stability enable the production of reliable devices capable of withstanding mechanical stress and sterilisation cycles.
Its areas of application
Medical-grade PC filament is particularly suited to the following uses in the healthcare sector:
- Surgical guides
- Autoclavable cutting guides
- Medical instruments
- Connection components for tubing
- Devices requiring skin contact
Advantages and precautions
Advantages
- Very high mechanical strength
- Excellent thermal resistance
- Autoclavable (compatible with sterile environments)
- 3D printing compatible (1.75 mm and 2.85 mm)
- Suitable for demanding medical applications
Precautions
- Printing recommended in a closed chamber
- Susceptible to warping
- Storage in a dry environment recommended
- Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture
- Use appropriate settings to ensure part stability
Need support?
Whether you are developing medical devices, surgical guides or technical instruments, our team supports you from material selection through to technical validation.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements and find out how our filament can support your medical 3D printing projects.
