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Polymaker PolyMax PC

High-impact, high-heat structural prints — toughest non-nylon you'll print at home

Material
PC
Spool weight
750 g
MSRP
$60
Print temp
250–270 °C
Bed temp
90–105 °C
Glass transition
113 °C
Drying
80 °C / 8 h
Tensile strength
65 MPa
Elongation at break
8%
Not food-safe
UV resistant
Outdoor rating: 5/5

Where it shines

High-impact, high-heat structural prints — toughest non-nylon you'll print at home.

Common use cases: structural, outdoor, high-temp, engineering.

Where it falls short

Needs enclosed printer; absorbs water aggressively.

Print profile starting point

  • Nozzle temp: start at 260°C and tune ±5°C for surface finish.
  • Bed temp: 90°C is usually enough for adhesion; go up toward 105°C if first layer struggles.
  • Drying: 80°C for 8 hours before printing if the spool has been opened more than a few days.
  • Enclosure: required to prevent warping and layer cracking.

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