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FarmFuel

Pro PCTG / Midnight Black / x10 1kg 1.75mm
$249.90
$249.90
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  • Enhanced chemical resistance

  • Low moisture absorption

  • 8-12x Tougher than PETG

  • No Enclosure 
Required

What Makes Pro PCTG "Pro"?

3D-Fuel uses a high-CHDM-content PCTG resin formulation to produce a high-performance, professional-grade PCTG filament.

CHDM (cyclohexane dimethanol) is the component of Pro PCTG that provides high impact toughness, chemical resistance, UV resistance, temperature resistance, and lower moisture absorption.

PCTG and PETG are on the same copolyester spectrum as Tritan, the super-tough material used in Nalgene water bottles. If PETG is on the low end of the spectrum and Tritan is on the high end of the spectrum, Pro PCTG is about 2/3 of the way to Tritan, but with a lower cost than Tritan.

Many other PCTG filaments on the market use a resin with a lower percentage of CHDM than 3D-Fuel Pro PCTG, so the others tend to be more like a really nice PETG than a true PCTG.
Spool Specifications - AMS Compatible

We recently introduced a new lightweight plastic spool that uses 29% less plastic.

It works well in AMS and AMS Lite units, as well as in other units that use a similar spool type.

  • Outer Diameter: 200mm
  • Width: 68mm
  • Empty Weight: 155g
  • Material: Recycled HIPS

Learn more about our current and past spool types.
Pro PCTG → Print Settings + Profiles

Find your Pro PCTG profile here.

At 3D-Fuel, we're working to develop Pro PCTG profiles for as many popular 3D printers as possible, but unfortunately, we're unable to cover every single 3D printer brand, model, and upgrade permutation.

We have our developed profiles available here for download, but if you have a 3D printer we don't have a profile for yet, you can easily create one using the steps below:

  • Start with a PETG profile
  • Increase hotend temp to 250-280C
  • Set textured PEI bed temp to 80C
  • Decrease cooling fan speeds as low as possible
  • No enclosure needed but, if you have one, close the lid and doors
  • If your enclosure is heated, 45C is a good temperature.
  • Calibrate your pressure advance settings
  • Enable a wipe move after retraction
Drying + Storing Instructions

Dry filament is happy filament!

If your dryer can reach 70C, dry at 70C. Otherwise, dry at 65C for a longer period.
Drying Temp: 70C
Drying Time: 6-8 hours

Drying Temp: 65C
Drying Time: 8-12 hours

Please store Pro PCTG in an airtight container with desiccant when possible. Even though Pro PCTG absorbs moisture more slowly than PETG, it will still absorb moisture over time.

Wet filament can cause a poor surface finish on your printed part and may even contribute to nozzle clogging.
FarmFuel

FarmFuel

Pro PCTG takes everything you love about PETG and makes it better: 8-12x tougher, more chemically resistant, and clearer. It offers exceptional impact strength, making it perfect for functional parts, prototypes, and demanding applications. With low moisture absorption, it prints reliably without warping or brittleness. With a wide range of colors, 3D-Fuel Pro PCTG has the color you need for your 3D printing projects.

SKU: E4501-FF

$249.90
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FarmFuel

Pro PCTG / Midnight Black / x10 1kg 1.75mm

Fargo

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

2222 7th Avenue North
Fargo ND 58102
United States

+17013180686

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FarmFuel

FarmFuel

Pro PCTG
Midnight Black
x10 1kg 1.75mm

$249.90

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  • Enhanced chemical resistance

  • Low moisture absorption

  • 8-12x Tougher than PETG

  • No Enclosure 
Required

What Makes Pro PCTG "Pro"?

3D-Fuel uses a high-CHDM-content PCTG resin formulation to produce a high-performance, professional-grade PCTG filament.

CHDM (cyclohexane dimethanol) is the component of Pro PCTG that provides high impact toughness, chemical resistance, UV resistance, temperature resistance, and lower moisture absorption.

PCTG and PETG are on the same copolyester spectrum as Tritan, the super-tough material used in Nalgene water bottles. If PETG is on the low end of the spectrum and Tritan is on the high end of the spectrum, Pro PCTG is about 2/3 of the way to Tritan, but with a lower cost than Tritan.

Many other PCTG filaments on the market use a resin with a lower percentage of CHDM than 3D-Fuel Pro PCTG, so the others tend to be more like a really nice PETG than a true PCTG.
Spool Specifications - AMS Compatible

We recently introduced a new lightweight plastic spool that uses 29% less plastic.

It works well in AMS and AMS Lite units, as well as in other units that use a similar spool type.

  • Outer Diameter: 200mm
  • Width: 68mm
  • Empty Weight: 155g
  • Material: Recycled HIPS

Learn more about our current and past spool types.
Pro PCTG → Print Settings + Profiles

Find your Pro PCTG profile here.

At 3D-Fuel, we're working to develop Pro PCTG profiles for as many popular 3D printers as possible, but unfortunately, we're unable to cover every single 3D printer brand, model, and upgrade permutation.

We have our developed profiles available here for download, but if you have a 3D printer we don't have a profile for yet, you can easily create one using the steps below:

  • Start with a PETG profile
  • Increase hotend temp to 250-280C
  • Set textured PEI bed temp to 80C
  • Decrease cooling fan speeds as low as possible
  • No enclosure needed but, if you have one, close the lid and doors
  • If your enclosure is heated, 45C is a good temperature.
  • Calibrate your pressure advance settings
  • Enable a wipe move after retraction
Drying + Storing Instructions

Dry filament is happy filament!

If your dryer can reach 70C, dry at 70C. Otherwise, dry at 65C for a longer period.
Drying Temp: 70C
Drying Time: 6-8 hours

Drying Temp: 65C
Drying Time: 8-12 hours

Please store Pro PCTG in an airtight container with desiccant when possible. Even though Pro PCTG absorbs moisture more slowly than PETG, it will still absorb moisture over time.

Wet filament can cause a poor surface finish on your printed part and may even contribute to nozzle clogging.

CUSTOMERS OFTEN PURCHASE TOGETHER

FarmFuel

FarmFuel

Pro PCTG
Midnight Black
x10 1kg 1.75mm

$249.90

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The 3D-Fuel Difference

Manufactured in the USA

Manufactured in the USA

We extrude all of our filament in our Fargo, ND, USA production facility and utilize as much of a USA supply chain as possible.

Diameter Tolerance

Diameter Tolerance

We use a multi-axis laser measurement system to ensure tight diameter tolerances for a reliable, repeatable 3D printing experience.

Test Printed In-House

Test Printed In-House

We 3D print daily with our filaments to ensure they deliver the best possible quality and to develop reliable print profiles to make your 3D printing experience as easy as possible.

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The Nitty Gritty Tech Specs

Chemical Resistance in Real-World Use

Pro PCTG is designed for functional parts exposed to cleaners, oils, solvents, and workshop environments.

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Exposure Examples PCTG Result Best For
Alcohol Cleaners IPA, ethanol Resists Cracking Parts cleaned often
Fuel/Solvents Gasoline, mineral spirits Maintains Strength Garage / workshop parts
Oils/Lubricants Engine oil, hydraulic fluid No swelling Mechanical assemblies
Harsh Cleaners Bleach, degreasers Color + strength stable Industrial tools
Mild Acids Citric, acetic acid Structure stable Lab / hobby use
Strong Bases Sodium hydroxide More resistant than PETG Chemical handling

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Filament TDS

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Filament SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Filament RoHS

Substance compliance

Filament Hex Code

COLOR CODE LIBRARY

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.

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Finally — Built for Real Print Farms

"As a real-world production print farm at 3D Farm Worx, we’ve been waiting a long time for a filament company to finally understand what high-volume B2B printing operations actually need — and 3D-Fuel absolutely delivered with FarmFuel. This system is a game changer for serious print farms. Reduced spool waste, streamlined material handling, lower downtime, reusable packaging, and production-focused logistics all in one setup. You can tell this was designed by people who understand continuous manufacturing environments and real production demands. The prepaid spool return system alone is a huge win for operations like ours running multiple machines daily. Less waste, cleaner workflow, fewer interruptions, and better uptime. At 3D Farm Worx, reliability and consistency matter, and FarmFuel checks every box. 3D-Fuel didn’t just release another filament product — they built something specifically for production-scale additive manufacturing. Easy 5 stars from us."

— Joshua K. (5/5)

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