Polymaker PolyMax PC vs Polymaker PolyMide PA6-CF
Side-by-side spec comparison. We don't make the call for you — your printer, climate, and end-use determine the right pick. Listed values may use different test methods and should be checked against manufacturer data. Food-contact suitability is not assessed here.
| Polymaker PolyMax PC | Polymaker PolyMide PA6-CF | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Polymaker | Polymaker |
| Material | PC | Nylon-CF |
| Listed price (USD) | $60 | $70 |
| Spool | 750 g | 500 g |
| Print temp | 250–270 °C | 280–300 °C |
| Bed temp | 90–105 °C | 60–90 °C |
| Glass transition | 113 °C | 70 °C |
| Tensile strength | 65 MPa | 105 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 8% | 3% |
| UV resistant | Yes | No |
| Outdoor rating | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Drying | 80°C / 8h | 95°C / 12h |
| Best for | High-impact, high-heat structural prints — toughest non-nylon you'll print at home | Carbon-fiber-reinforced nylon — stiff, strong, dimensionally stable. Engineering-tier |
| Weakness | Needs enclosed printer; absorbs water aggressively | Hardened nozzle required (CF abrasive); needs hot enclosure; aggressive moisture absorption |
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