# PolySupport™ for PA12 [Download TDS PDF](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0548/7299/7945/files/PolySupport_for_PA12_TDS_EN_V5.4.pdf?v=1731962373) PolySupport™ for PA12 is a break away support for Polymaker PA12 based filaments, such as PolyMide ™ PA12-CF. It has a perfect interface with long-chain Polyamide, strong enough to support it and easily removable by hand. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | Property | Testing Method | Typical Value | | ------------------ | ----------------- | ------------------ | | Density | ISO1183, GB/T1033 | 1.29 g/cm3 at 23°C | | Melt index | 260°C, 2.16kg | 12 g/10min | | Light transmission | N/A | N/A | | Flame retardancy | N/A | N/A | CHEMICAL RESISTANCE DATA | Property | Typical Value | | ------------------------- | ------------- | | Effect of weak acids | Good | | Effect of strong acids | Poor | | Effect of weak alkalis | Fair | | Effect of strong alkalis | Poor | | Effect of oils and grease | Good | Note: Good: Material may get minor attack after long periods of storage with chemical at ambient temperature Fair: Material can be used for short time contact with chemical at ambient temperature Poor: Material becomes unstable on contact with chemical at ambient temperature MOISTURE ABSORPTION CURVE ![](https://web-api.textin.com/ocr_image/external/abaa9f5fb185341b.jpg) THERMAL PROPERTIES | Property | Testing Method | Typical Value | | ---------------------------- | ------------------ | ------------- | | Glass transition temperature | DSC, 10°C/min | N/A | | Melting temperature | DSC, 10°C/min | N/A | | Crystallization temperature | DSC, 10°C/min | N/A | | Decomposition temperature | TGA, 20°C/min | 371 °C | | Vicat softening temperature | ISO 306, GB/T 1633 | 171 °C | | Heat deflection temperature | ISO 75 1.8MPa | 53 °C | | Heat deflection temperature | ISO 75 0.45MPa | 43 °C | Material Compatibility | Material | Adhesion with PolySupport™ | | ----------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------- | | PLA based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | PETG based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | ABS based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | PC based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | PVB based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | TPU based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | Short-chain Nylon based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | NA | | Long-chain Nylon based material from Polymaker’s portfolio | ++ | ### Note: ++ support the model very well RECOMMENDED PRINTING CONDITIONS | Parameter | | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- | | Nozzle temperature | 270 – 300 (℃) | | Build surface treatment | PC and Texture PEI (Glue when needed) | | Build plate temperature | 50 – 80 (˚C) | | Cooling fan | OFF | | Printing speed | 50 – 150 (mm/s) | | Retraction distance | 1 - 3 (mm) | | Retraction speed | 20 - 40 (mm/s) | | Closure Chamber | Needed (ambient temperature) | | Recommended support material | - | | Drying setting \* Based on 0.4 mm nozzle. Printing conditions may vary | 100˚C for 8h with different nozzle diameters | * Based on 0.4 mm nozzle. Printing conditions may vary with different nozzle diameters ### Note: Abrasion of the brass nozzle happens when printing PolySupport™ for PA12. Normally, the life of a brass nozzle would be approximately 9h. A wear-resistance nozzle, such as hardened steel and ruby nozzle, is highly recommended to be used with PolySupport™ for PA12. PolySupport™ for PA12 is sensitive to moisture and should always be stored and used under dry conditions (relative humidity below 20%). ### DISCLAIMER: The typical values presented in this data sheet are intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes. Actual values may vary significantly with printing conditions. 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