{"title":"Conductive filaments","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductive filaments\u003c\/strong\u003e are polymers loaded with electrically conductive materials (graphite, graphene, carbon nanotubes, metallic particles) that transmit electric current. Unlike ESD (dissipative) filaments, conductive filaments have significantly lower resistance and allow for the printing of circuits, sensors, antennas, EMI shielding, and parts requiring electrical continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to use a conductive filament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic prototyping\u003c\/strong\u003e: rapid circuits, conductive traces, contacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacitive and tactile sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e: touch buttons, human-machine interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEMI\/RFI shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e: enclosures that attenuate electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinted antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e: NFC, RFID, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth in custom objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e: pressure-sensitive resistance, DIY instrumentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducation\u003c\/strong\u003e: electronics and physics demonstrations in educational labs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume resistivity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1-1000 Ω·cm depending on the conductive filler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase materials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conductive PLA (Proto-pasta, Black Magic), PETG with graphene, flexible conductive TPU.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNozzle temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 200-230 °C (conductive PLA), 240-260 °C (PETG-graphene).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended nozzle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.6-0.8 mm hardened steel (conductive fillers are abrasive).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimitations\u003c\/strong\u003e: do not replace copper, but are ideal for low-current traces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands on Strato3D\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are selecting the best conductive references on the market (Proto-pasta Conductive PLA, BlackMagic3D Graphene PLA, eSUN). The collection will expand in the coming months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I print functional circuits?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, for very low currents (LEDs, sensors, touch). Not for power circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they replace copper?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the resistance is 10⁴-10⁶ times higher than copper. They are suitable for low-current applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they suitable for RF frequencies?\u003c\/strong\u003e Some grades are (NFC, RFID antennas). Check the datasheet for impedance and losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I solder them?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, traditional soldering does not work. Use screw terminals or mechanical contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/4331\/2212\/collections\/PETG-CF-ANTIQUE-BRASS.jpg?v=1779721657","url":"https:\/\/strato3d.it\/en\/collections\/filamenti-conduttivi.oembed","provider":"Strato3D","version":"1.0","type":"link"}