BAMBU LAB · Carbon Filament · 2023
Bambu Lab PLA-CF
Carbon-fibre reinforced PLA with rigid matte finish
Overview
Bambu Lab PLA-CF blends PLA with carbon fibre for higher stiffness and a matte finish. It prints easily but its abrasive filler demands a hardened-steel nozzle.
Key features
- Carbon-fibre filler boosts stiffness
- Matte, low-gloss finish
- Looks great on functional prototypes
- Requires a hardened nozzle (abrasive)
Quick specification
- Material
- PLA-CF
- Diameter
- 1.75 mm
- Print temp
- 220–240 °C
- Bed temp
- 55–70 °C
- Drying
- Recommended
- Strength
- 88/100
- Flexibility
- 8/100
- Abrasion
- 20/100
DodoScore
Performance90
Compatibility84
Value86
Community89
Printer compatibility
| Recommended nozzle | Note |
|---|---|
| Hardened steel (required) | Hardened steel is required for abrasive carbon fibre. |
Pros & cons
Advantages
- High stiffness for PLA
- Desirable matte finish
- Easy carbong-fibre entry
Disadvantages
- Abrasive — needs hardened nozzle
- Brittle under repeated flex
Is it right for you?
Best for
- Rigid structural prototypes
- Aesthetic functional parts
Not recommended
- Flexible or impact-heavy parts