PC-ISO for Fortus 3D Production Systems
PC-ISO (polycarbonate-ISO), an industrial thermoplastic, which in its raw state, is biocompatible (ISO 10993 USP Class VI)* and can be gamma or EtO sterilized. PC-ISO is commonly used in food and drug packaging and medical device manufacturing because of the material’s strength and medical compatibility. When combined with a Fortus® 3D Production system, PC-ISO gives you Real Parts™ that can be used for conceptual modeling, functional prototyping, and end-use parts.
Mechanical Properties1 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Type 1,0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 8,300 psi | 57 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 289,800 psi | 2,000 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation (Type 1,0.125", 0.2"/min) | ASTM D638 | 4% | 4% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1,0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 13,100 psi | 90 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05"/min) | ASTM D790 | 310,400 psi | 2,100 MPa |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 1.6 ft-lb/in | 86 J/m |
| IZOD Impact, un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 1 ft-lb/in | 53 J/m |
Thermal Properties2 |
Test Method |
English |
Metric |
| Heat Deflection (HDT)@ 66 psi | ASTM D648 | 271°F | 133°C |
| Heat Deflection (HDT)@ 264 psi | ASTM D648 | 260°F | 12rc |
| Glass Transition (Tg) | DMA (SSYS) | 322°F | 161°C |
| Vicat Softening | ISO 306 | 282°F | 139°C |
| Melt Point | ————— | Not Applicable3 | Not Applicable3 |
Electrical Properties4 |
Test Method |
Value Range |
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 1.5x10e14 – 8.0x10e13 ohms |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 3.0 – 2.8 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D150-98 | .0009 – .0005 |
| Dielectric Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 370 – 70 V/mm |
Other2 |
Test Method |
Value |
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.2 |
| Flame Classification | UL 94 | HB |
System Availability |
Layer Thickness Capability |
Support Structure |
Available Colors |
| Fortus 400mc Fortus 900mc |
0.013 inch (0.330 mm) 0.010 inch (0.254 mm) 0.007 inch (0.178 mm) |
BASS | White Translucent Natural |
The information presented are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes. End-use material performance can be impacted (+/-) by, but not limited to, part design, end-use conditions, test conditions, color etc. Actual values will vary with build conditions. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
1 Build orientation is on side long edge.
2 Literature value unless otherwise noted.
3 Due to amorphous nature, material does not display a melting point.
4 All Electrical Property values were generated from the average of test plaques built with default part density (sparse). Test plaques were 4.0 x 4.0 x 0.1 inches (102 x 102 x 2.5 mm) and were built both in the flat and vertical orientation.