PVB - Material Guide | Craftcloud®

PVB

PVB filament is flexible, strong, and offers excellent transparency and a smooth finish, ideal for glossy, impact-resistant 3D prints.

Manufacturing processes

FDM

About

PVB (Polyvinyl butyral) is known for its excellent adhesion, transparency, and flexibility. It offers superior layer bonding, reducing the likelihood of warping or deformation during printing. It offers a smooth finish and can be post-processed with alcohol for a glossy appearance. Its flexibility and strength make it ideal for creating durable, impact-resistant objects. Common use-cases include protective gear, eyewear, and automotive parts. It can be used for applications requiring both aesthetic appeal and functional performance.

Technical Details

Accuracy ±0.3% (lower limit of ±0.2 mm)
Density 1.16 g/cm³
Min. wall thickness 1 mm

Technical Properties

Tensile strength 40 - 50 MPa
Tensile modulus 1400 - 2700 MPa
Tensile elongation 10 - 20%
Flexural strength 50 - 70 MPa
Flexural modulus 2000 - 3000 MPa
HDT (0.45 MPa) 70 - 80°C
HDT (1.8 MPa) 60 - 70°C
Default layer height 0.2 mm
Default infill 20%
Embossing min. 0.4 mm
Engraving min. 0.4 mm
Interlocking parts Yes
Warping risk Low
Maximum printing dimensions 600 × 600 × 600 mm

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