Professional Lab PLA Carbon Fiber Red / Red 1 kg

Prof. Lab PLA Carbon Fiber Red – red PLA filament with carbon fiber 1 kg

Prof. Lab PLA Carbon Fiber Red is a composite 3D filament based on PLA, enriched with fine carbon fibers. It combines the printing simplicity of classic PLA with significantly higher stiffness, strength, and dimensional stability, making it a great choice for both functional and aesthetically demanding prints.

Main advantages

• Carbon fiber reinforcement – higher stiffness and strength compared to standard PLA.
• Matte surface – luxurious look that masks layers and minor imperfections well.
• Excellent dimensional stability – low shrinkage and minimal deformation during printing.
• Easy to print like PLA – does not require a closed chamber, easily printable even on common FDM printers.
• Lower weight of prints – thanks to the carbon fiber content, parts are lightweight but very stiff.
• Ideal for technical parts – suitable for prototypes, functional components, holders, jigs, or mechanical parts with higher loads.

Typical use

• Functional and structural parts (holders, grips, jigs, assembly fixtures)
• RC models and drones – arms, camera mounts, structural elements
• Robotics and electronics – covers, sensor holders, supporting parts
• Design models and prototypes – where you want to combine technical properties with a premium look

Recommended printing parameters

Specific ranges may vary slightly depending on the printer, hotend, and cooling. We always recommend performing a short calibration print.

• Nozzle temperature: approx. 195–215 °C (start at e.g. 205 °C and fine-tune according to results)
• Bed temperature: approx. 50–60 °C (with quality adhesion, even less is possible, depending on the bed type)
• Print speed: 40–70 mm/s (for detailed prints, rather the lower limit)
• Cooling fan: 60–100 % (depending on model geometry)
• Nozzle: for long-term printing of composites, an abrasion-resistant nozzle (stainless steel, hardened steel, ruby, etc.) and a diameter of 0.4–0.6 mm is recommended.

Material properties

• Base: PLA composite with carbon fibers
• Strength and stiffness: higher than standard PLA, suitable for more stressed parts
• Dimensional accuracy: very good, low shrinkage
• Surface texture: matte, fine "technical" look
• Ease of printing: high – behaves similarly to PLA, less prone to deformation than PETG or ABS

Warning: Carbon fibers are abrasive – during long-term use, they can wear out a brass nozzle faster. For intensive printing of composite filaments, we recommend switching to an abrasion-resistant nozzle.

Storage

• Keep the filament dry, ideally in a resealable box or bag with a silica gel sachet.
• Long-term exposure to air humidity can degrade print quality (microbubbles, rougher surface).

Summary

Prof. Lab PLA Carbon Fiber Red / Red is a great choice for users who want:

• professionally looking red prints with a matte surface,
• higher strength and stiffness than regular PLA,
• reliable and easy-to-print filament for technical, functional, and design projects.

If you are looking for a material that pushes your prints from hobby level to semi-professional to professional level, this PLA Carbon Fiber is the ideal candidate.

Key features:

• Premium PLA filament reinforced with carbon fibers for higher stiffness and strength
• Attractive Red color with a matte technical surface that masks layers
• Excellent dimensional stability and low shrinkage – ideal for precise functional parts
• Easy printing similar to classic PLA, without the need for a closed chamber
• Lighter prints due to carbon fiber content while maintaining high stiffness
• Suitable for prototypes, structural components, RC models, drones, and design elements