General Info
Introducing VICTREX AM™ 200 FIL LMPAEK, a new high-performance filament, a modified PEEK from Victrex. This advanced
material offers an expanded temperature range for layer adhesion and crystallization, making printing significantly
easier than traditional PEEK. You'll enjoy nearly identical properties to PEEK with vastly improved layer adhesion.
Overcoming Traditional PEEK Printing Challenges
Achieving optimal crystallization can be challenging when it comes to FDM 3D printing with standard PEEK grades like
450G. PEEK has a narrow temperature window of 5-10°C for ideal adhesion and crystallization, requiring precise
control over layer dwell times, cooling, and extrusion temperatures. Without this precision, parts may suffer from
poor layer adhesion.
Innovation of the PAEK Formula
The LMPAEK formula addresses these challenges by widening the optimal temperature window to around 25°C and
shifting it closer to the melting point. This adjustment allows the filament to flow more smoothly from the nozzle,
resulting in better layer adhesion and more consistent crystallinity. Additionally, this material can be printed in
an amorphous state and easily annealed, providing flexibility and ease of use that surpasses traditional PEEK.
Product Description
High performance thermoplastic material, PolyArylEtherKetone (LMPAEK), semi crystalline, filament for Additive
Manufacture by filament fusion and other melt extrusion 3D printing processes. Color natural/beige.
Additive manufacturing processing. Filament Fusion printed parts, to achieve improved printed part strength and
printability compared to PEEK polymer on most machines. For use in higher temperature applications and chemically
aggressive environments. Low outgassing, suitable for sterilization. Not suitable for medical implant applications.
Product supplied vacuum packed with desiccant and dry when produced. Drying before use is recommended.
Filament Specifications
- Filament Diameter (3 axis laser micrometer): 1.75 mm / .0649 inches
- Filament Nominal Weights: 1kg / 2.20 lbs
- Filament Nominal Lengths: 322m / 1,056.43 feet
- Linear density (Victrex test method VSH-STM-01): 31,000 g/10000 m
Check out the Victrex White Paper and learn how to push the boundaries of additive manufacturing with optimized PAEK grades.
VICTREX AM™ 200 FIL LMPAEK Properties & Processing Datasheet
Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical | Nominal Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|
| Tensile Modulus | | | ISO 527-1 |
| XY Orientation : 23°C 1 | 2300 to 2900 | MPa | |
| XY Orientation : 23°C 2 | 2900 to 3700 | MPa | |
| YZ Orientation : 23°C 1 | 2200 to 2600 | MPa | |
| YZ Orientation : 23°C 2 | 2100 to 2900 | MPa | |
| ZX Orientation : 23°C 1 | 2100 to 2300 | MPa | |
| ZX Orientation : 23°C 2 | 2600 to 2800 | MPa | |
| Tensile Stress | | | ISO 527-2 |
| XY Orientation : Yield, 23°C 1 | 45.0 to 57.0 | MPa | |
| XY Orientation : Yield, 23°C 2 | 58.0 to 70.0 | MPa | |
| YZ Orientation : Yield, 23°C 1 | 56.0 to 58.0 | MPa | |
| YZ Orientation : Yield, 23°C 2 | 65.0 to 73.0 | MPa | |
| ZX Orientation : Yield, 23°C 1 | 34.0 to 44.0 | MPa | |
| ZX Orientation : Yield, 23°C 2 | 36.0 to 50.0 | MPa | |
| Tensile Strain | | | ISO 527-2 |
| XY Orientation : Break, 23°C 1 | 15 to 33 | % | |
| XY Orientation : Break, 23°C 2 | 14 to 16 | % | |
| YZ Orientation : Break, 23°C 1 | 15 to 19 | % | |
| YZ Orientation : Break, 23°C 2 | 13 to 19 | % | |
| ZX Orientation : Break, 23°C 1 | 5.0 to 7.0 | % | |
| ZX Orientation : Break, 23°C 2 | 4.0 to 6.0 | % | |
Thermal Properties
| Thermal | Nominal Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|
| Glass Transition Temperature | | | ISO 11357-2 |
| Onset | 151 | °C | |
| Midpoint | 154 | °C | |
| Melting Temperature | 303 | °C | ISO 11357-3 |
| Peak Crystallization Temperature | 249 | °C | ISO 11357-3 |
Fill Analysis Properties
| Fill Analysis | Nominal Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|
| Melt Viscosity (400°C, 1000 sec^-1) | 245 | Pa·s | ISO 11443 |
Typical Processing Information
| Extrusion | Nominal Value | Unit |
|---|
| Drying Temperature | 120 | °C |
| Drying Time | 5.0 | hr |
| Suggested Max Moisture | < 0.020 | % |
| Melt Temperature | 380 to 400 | °C |
Additional Processing Info:
Chamber/Build-Space Temperature:
- Printing directly semi-crystalline: Above 150°C (see note below)
- Printing amorphous: Below 150°C (see note below)
Bed Temperature:
- 20-40°C above chamber temperature, keeping below 150°C for amorphous print.
Annealing conditions:
- Slow heating rate (3°C/min ramp rate). 170-180°C, 2-4 hours. Optimization may be required.
Best results may be expected from elevated build-space temperatures and are machine specific. This datasheet represents properties that may be expected from build-space temperatures between 50-120°C on ISO 527-2 1A samples. Samples have been successfully produced on <120°C build-space temperatures, however higher performance may be expected from machines with >120°C build space temperatures. Results vary widely from machine to machine.
Annealing may be required to generate semi-crystalline parts, depending on the machine and process conditions used in printing. Semi-crystalline parts can be made in some machines by using chamber temperatures >150°C, however in other machines the best results may be achieved by printing parts with reduced crystallinity and subsequently annealing. Annealing temperatures between 170-180°C are recommended. Parts may deform if higher annealing temperatures are used. Depending on the print parameters, annealing conditions may require adjustment for best results.
Important notes:
i. Example values only. Not product specification.
ii. Printing condition details: ISO 527-2 type 1A specimens printed on a 3D Gence F340 printer. Layer height: 0.15mm. Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm. Nozzle temperature 380°C. Chamber temperature: 60°C. Bed temperature: 100°C. Infill: 100%. Raster angle: ± 45°. Contour speed: 20 mm/s. Hatch speed: 30 mm/s. ZX samples built with breakway support structure – details available on request.
iii. Data are generated in accordance with prevailing national, international and internal standards, and should be used for material comparison. Actual property values are highly dependent on part geometry, equipment configuration, extrusion deposition strategy and processing conditions. Properties may also differ for along flow and across flow directions and from different printers technologies and manufacturers.
