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PEI Sheet (1mm) 3D Printing Build Surface
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$10.95
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3D Printing Platform (Made in the USA)
PEI (Polyetherimide) is a great building surface for any 3D printer. The amber / yellow colored surface is commonly used to print a whole range of different filament types such as the two most commonly used ones, ABS and PLA. Depending on the filament type a heated build surface might still be required. PEI sheet as a build plate requires little to no surface preparation. Printed parts adhere extremely well to the build surface making the use of kapton tape, blue tape, hairspray, or glue sticks unnecessary. Typically, even printing brims or rafts is unnecessary. PEI is widely becoming the gold standard build surface because it is so convenient to use. Our PEI is Ultem 1000 grade.
Size Options
- 4.7x4.7 inches
- 5x5.5 inches (fits Monoprice Mini)
- 8x8 inches
- 10x10 inches
- 12x12 inches
- 16x16 inches
- 20x20 inches
- 4.
3 inch diameter (round circle - fits Monoprice Mini Delta)
- 8 inch diameter (round circle)
- 12 inch diameter (round circle)
All sizes have a thickness of 1 mm.
If the size you are looking for does not perfectly match your build plate, you may purchase a bigger size and score / cut the PEI sheet down to the needed dimensions. PEI can be easily snapped off if you first score the surface. If there is a size that you need which isn't available, drop us a line, and we'll try our best to assist you.
Application
PEI can be applied a number of ways, but generally there are two easy methods. The first method is to simply put the PEI sheet on top of your existing bed platform and clamp it down with binder clips (alligator clips) or similar. The second method is applying the 3M 468MP adhesive in conjunction with the PEI sheet. First apply the 3M 468MP adhesive directly to the PEI sheet, and then affix the other side of the 3M 468MP adhesive to your build surface.
Please note that depending on how many layers your build surface is the bed temperature that is set may not match the surface temperature of the PEI sheet. Additionally, it should be noted that 3M 468MP is a very sticky adhesive. The 3M adhesive will clump up after you touch it, so re-positioning the adhesive is not feasible. If you do not have the 3M 468MP adhesive, you may purchase it here or purchase one of the combo packs that come with a PEI sheet and 3M 468MP adhesive.
The application of adhesive to the 16 x 16 inch PEI sheet can be done by applying four separate 8 x 8 adhesive squares. Please do not overlap the adhesives to maintain a flat surface.
Additionally, the PEI sheet comes with blue protective film on each side that must be removed prior to use. It is very important to remove the blue protective film.
Care and Use
Before each print it helps to clean the surface of the PEI sheet with isopropyl alcohol (70-91%). Fingerprints or residue will build up on the surface and inhibit surface adhesion which the isopropyl alcohol will clean.
After a good number of prints, PEI may lose it's surface adhesion. Please simply sand the PEI sheet down with 2000 grit sandpaper.
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All you need to know about PEI/ ULTEM ® for 3D printing
Published on August 3, 2020 by Aysha M.
In recent years, the use of high-performance thermoplastics has become increasingly important in the 3D printing industry, as the technology moves away from rapid prototyping to the production of finished parts. As a result, the requirements for 3D printing materials have increased and high performance thermoplastics are becoming more and more common. Their properties make them an economical alternative to certain metals and are valued by many sectors such as aerospace and medical. Within this family are Polyaryletherketone (PAEK) which can withstand high temperatures and which you may be familiar with from PEEK and PEKK. There is a much cheaper alternative, Polyetherimide (PEI), an amorphous material better known by its trade name ULTEM®. Available as a filament for FDM 3D printers, it is compatible with certain machines, including those of Stratasys.
Let’s go back over the main characteristics of ULTEM.
The PEI was developed in the 1980s by Joseph G. Wirth and was marketed by General Electric’s Plastics Division under the name ULTEM. In 2007, the company sold its plastics business to Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), which thus recovered the associated patent. Although ULTEM® was embraced by many industrialists thanks to its mechanical properties, it only became suitable for mass production with the development of high-performance FDM/FFF printers; the extruder of the machine must be heated up to 350°C in order to melt the thermoplastic.
Image credits : GEWO3D
The main characteristics of ULTEM
Temperature management is therefore essential when it comes to printing ULTEM®. The temperature in the chamber must be maintained at all times, otherwise irregularities may occur and the adhesion of the different layers may suffer. As the temperature of the PEI is between 345 and 400°C, you will need an extruder capable of rising to these levels.
PEI is known for its dimensional stability and creep resistance. SABIC now offers two different resins, ULTEM® 9085 and ULTEM® 1010. As for the first one, it is intrinsically flame retardant and has very good results in FST (Flame, Smoke, Toxicity) tests: it has a high flame resistance, low smoke emission and low toxicity. The material also has a high strength-to-weight ratio and can even replace certain metals thanks to its mechanical properties. Finally, it has good resistance to automotive fluids, hydrocarbons, alcohols and aqueous solutions. ULTEM® 1010 resin has a high tensile strength, showing great solidity and durability. It is biocompatible and NSF 51 certified for food contact. It can also withstand steam sterilization.
Image credits: Stratasys
Compared to PEEK, PEI is cheaper – it costs €150 per kilo compared to at least €300 for the same amount of PEEK. It is a material that has the advantage of being certified for a number of aerospace applications, meeting highly standardized requirements.
However, PEI will have lower impact and temperature resistance.
IAP Applications
PEI is widely used in the aerospace industry, particularly ULTEM® 9085 because of the characteristics mentioned above. It is also a material of choice in the automotive, medical and food industries, especially in the design of kitchen utensils. This thermoplastic is also widely used in tooling, whether to design moulds, jigs or various fasteners. Bombardier, for example, uses this material to manufacture its custom tools, customize components on its production lines and also to produce finished parts for its trains.
Finally, on the manufacturers’ side, SABIC is today the only one to supply the raw material, in the form of resin or foam. The company manufactures its own filaments for additive manufacturing: historically, they were only compatible with the Stratasys range of machines but in recent years, SABIC has formed other partnerships such as with Roboze which can print the filament ULTEM™ AM9085F.
Some manufacturers offer their own filaments such as KIMYA, 3DXTech or 3D4Makers.
SABIC has developed a 3D printing support for the ULTEM
Finally, you should know that if you are considering printing with ULTEM®, the manufacturer SABIC has launched a detachable support filament, the AMS31F, which is easier to remove than other support materials that often need to be warmed up. Thus, the part can keep all its mechanical properties and the user saves precious time.
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PEEK 3D Printer Overview
Contents:
- Introduction
- Material Features PEEK
- Professional and industrial 3D printers
- Apium P220
- TOTAL Z Anyform 500-PRO HOT+
- Creatbot PEEK-300
- AON3D M2 2020
- IEMAI Magic HT Pro
- TSAR 3D TS547-PEEK
- Tractus T850P
- Stratasys F900 Pro
- Conclusion
Introduction
PEEK is widely used in traditional manufacturing, but is also used in some 3D printers. The thermoplastic polymer offers impressive mechanical properties including high temperature performance, mechanical strength and excellent chemical resistance. These properties make it popular in additive manufacturing, especially for metal replacement.
It would be a crime to ignore such a versatile polymer, and 3D printer manufacturers have not ignored it. With the development of additive technologies, 3D printers that print, among other things, with PEEK material, are becoming more accessible not only for large-scale industries with large budgets, but also for medium and small businesses and even for private clients. From PEEK it is convenient to print prototypes of future metal products and even final products that will immediately go to work. The market for printing with engineering materials is constantly expanding, which invariably causes two consequences: a decrease in the cost of the installation itself and an increase in its build chamber.
PEEK material features
To print PEEK, the printer must have 3 important features:
- High temperature extruder
The melting point of PEEK is 343° C. This means that the extruder must be heated to at least this temperature, and in fact to a higher temperature.
The hot end of the extruder must also be all-metal and resistant to abrasives. - Heated print platform
For printing high performance resins, a heated bed is required, which must be heated to at least 120° C. This ensures the correct adhesion of the first layers and the overall quality of the 3D print. - Closed heated chamber
PEEK is very prone to shrinkage and warping. Ideally (and this is especially important for large parts), the printer should have a closed chamber and maintain the temperature in it at 143 ° C, i.e. glass transition temperature of PEEK. Otherwise, the product will delaminate after printing.
It is extremely important to control these temperatures and keep them constant, as fluctuations can ruin the print.
Using their experience, our company's engineers have compiled a list of modern 3D printers capable of printing with PEEK and other refractory plastics. If you are planning to get acquainted with printing with engineering plastics or start production using 3D printing, we offer our TOP printers in 2020.
Professional and industrial 3D printers
Apium P220
I would like to start with the Apium P220 printer. Apium is one of the first printers to print with PEEK, the benchmark in print quality in the industry. The manufacturer deliberately does not increase the print chamber, as is fashionable with other manufacturers, in favor of the quality of the resulting products. The
P220 is classified as a professional printer only because of its small size and low noise level, in fact, in terms of print quality and technologies used in the installation, this printer can be safely called industrial. The printer produces all the required temperatures: the extruder is heated up to 540° C, the table - up to 160° C, and the temperature in the chamber can be stably maintained at 180° C. Build area 205x155x150mm
In addition, the printer has a unique technology for maintaining the temperature in the print area, thus allowing the lower layers already printed to cool down a little.
This approach as a result increases the accuracy of printing, adhesion between layers and improves the controllability and predictability of the entire process. Even the smallest details are printed perfectly.
TOTAL Z Anyform 500-PRO HOT+
Undoubtedly the best domestic industrial printer that prints with engineering plastics. There is a large insulated build chamber measuring 500x500x500mm and the ability to maintain a temperature of 300°C, which is even redundant for PEEK printing. The basic printer is equipped with one extruder with a working temperature of 500 ° C, optionally you can install another one of the same.
The printer fits through a 900mm doorway, which in turn means it will fit in almost any lab or office.
Creatbot PEEK-300
PEEK 300 is a 3D printer from Chinese manufacturer Creatbot. It offers a lot of features that are usually found only in more advanced industrial-grade 3D printers. Thanks to the high temperature extruder and closed chamber, this machine can print consistently good results on both PEEK and PEI.
The extruder is heated up to 500°C, and the platform - up to 200°C, constantly maintained temperature in the chamber - up to 120°C.
It also has a low filament sensor to alert the user when the filament is about to run out. In addition, it is equipped with the function of baking the product directly in the build chamber. The printer has an impressive build area of 300x300x400 mm.
AON3D M2 2020
Aon-M2 2020 is one of the largest printers, the build area has dimensions of 454x454x640 mm and allows you to print complex tooling, cases and many other large format products.
Aon-M2 2020 is designed for printing on high performance thermoplastics such as PEEK, PEKK, ULTEM. It is compatible with many material brands including Solvay, Sabic, DSM, Infinite Material Solutions and more and comes with proven print profiles for them. This printer has two independent extruders, one for printing polyetheretherketone (PEEK) parts directly, the other for printing supports.
Despite its size, the printer is up and running in less than 15 minutes.
IEMAI Magic HT Pro
Another Chinese-made printer. The unit has all the necessary kit for printing PEEK plastic and fits easily on the desktop. The printer is also the most budget-friendly in the line of high-temperature printers. The size of the construction area is 310x310x480 mm, with a maximum temperature in the chamber up to 120° C.
The unit is perfect for the production of product prototypes.
TSAR 3D TS547-PEEK
Another domestic printer, which, according to the manufacturer, allows you to print PEEK plastic. The printer has an impressive build area and supports the ability to print with any plastic available on the market.
The printer stands out with a patented extruder change mechanism that allows you to change the extruder in less than a minute. You can even add a pellet extruder to the printer.
Tractus T850P
The Dutch company Tractus 3D specializes in the development of Delta printers.
In fact, the T850P is the only delta printer on the market that prints with engineering plastics. This FDM printer has a build area of 550x476x1140mm and is great for the office. It can process materials such as PLA, PEEK and ULTEM. The T850 extruder heats up to 450°C and the platform heats up to 175°C. According to the manufacturer, the extruder requires less than 90 seconds to warm up to operating temperature. The T850P can print at speeds up to 450 mm per second with a resolution of 10 microns.
The printer is equipped with a filament dryer, which is also unique to delta printers.
Stratasys F900 Pro
The F900 is an industrial 3D printer manufactured by FDM patent holder Stratasys. Currently the largest PEEK printer. The printer works only with Stratsys materials, but it gives the user guaranteed print quality right out of the box, there is no need to test and configure the printer for each new spool.
The printer software provides a preview of the model.
The printer has a built-in video camera with which you can monitor printing in real time. The build chamber size is 914x609x914 mm.
Conclusion
In conclusion, I would like to say that despite the apparent similarity, each printer has its own unique set of functions and purpose. This once again proves that the printer must be selected based primarily on the planned tasks.
If you have any questions about printing PEEK plastic, we will be happy to answer them.
Buying a PEEK printer in our company you get 20% discount on filament. You can choose a printer at the link: https://topstanok.ru/oborudovanie_dlya_3d_pechati/professionalnye_3d_printery/f/materialpechati-2098/
At TopStanok you can order not only equipment for printing with engineering plastics PEEK and ULTEM, but also printing products from engineering plastics. plastics to order. Turning to our company, you get an engineering study, assistance in the selection and operation, as well as an official manufacturer's warranty!
Read our other articles about engineering plastics and PEEK printing:
- Features of printing PEEK plastic
- Printing with PEEK and ULTEM (PEI) engineering plastics
For all questions, our specialists will be happy to advise you, you can contact them in any convenient way:
- By e-mail: Stanok@topstanok.
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