Filament
PC-ABS
Polycarbonate-ABS blend combining PC's heat resistance with ABS's printability and toughness.
PC-ABS is a blend that captures the best of both polymers — the high heat resistance and strength of polycarbonate with the printability and impact resistance of ABS. Used for functional prototypes, automotive housings and tooling that face heat and load.
Ratings
Ease2/5
Strength5/5
Flexibility3/5
Heat res.5/5
Detail3/5
UV res.3/5
Print settings
- Nozzle temp
- 250–290 °C
- Bed temp
- 100–110 °C
- Enclosure
- Required
- Hardened nozzle
- Yes
- Drying needed
- Yes
- Heat deflection temp
- 110 °C
Print tips
Enclosure required (ideally heated chamber). 250–290 °C nozzle, 100–110 °C bed. Hardened nozzle. Dry before printing.
Safety & food contact
Can emit styrene fumes — ventilate.
Food contact: Not food-safe.
Common uses
Functional prototypesAutomotive housingsEnclosuresTooling
Pros
- Tough like ABS
- Heat resistant like PC
- Good impact strength
- Dimensionally stable
Cons
- Needs high temps
- Warping
- Expensive
Typical price: $40–70/kg