Description
eSUN eASA-LW (Lightweight ASA) is a lightweight, UV-resistant foam-based plastic filament for RC aircraft and drones.
Product Overview: Revolutionizing 3D printing for RC and outdoor applications with eSUN eASA-LW (Lightweight ASA), an innovative filament that combines the durability of ASA with Active Foaming technology to produce ultra-lightweight (low density) parts that retain excellent UV and weather resistance. Ideal for RC aircraft wings, drones, or any lightweight outdoor applications requiring minimal weight reduction.
Why choose eSUN eASA-LW?
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Lighter than ever (Ultra Lightweight): Thanks to active foaming technology, the density of the material can be reduced to a minimum of 0.54 g/cm³, reducing the load on aircraft wings and increasing flight time.
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Weather Resistance: More resistant to UV radiation, rain, and high temperatures than PLA. Does not become brittle or change color easily when exposed to sunlight for extended periods.
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Beautiful, smooth finish (Matte Finish): The expansion of the plastic material helps to seamlessly cover the layer lines, resulting in a beautiful matte finish that is easy to paint.
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Excellent heat resistance: It has a higher Heat Distortion Temperature (HDT) than typical PLA-LW, preventing prints from warping when used in strong sunlight.
Recommended applications:
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Radio-controlled airplanes (RC Planes) and gliders.
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Drones and unmanned aerial vehicles.
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Cosplay equipment that needs to be lightweight.
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Exterior decorative pieces
Printing Techniques (Printing Tips - Very Important):
The eASA-LW filament expands (foams) with the print head temperature; the hotter it gets, the more it expands. Therefore, the flow rate (extrusion multiplier) must be adjusted to match the temperature.
| Temperature (Temp)
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Foaming Ratio
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Recommended Flow Rate
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| 230°C
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100% (no expansion)
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100%
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| 240°C
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~130%
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~77%
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| 250°C
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~180%
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~55%
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| 260°C |
~230%
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~43%
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| 270°C
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~270%
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~37% |
Note : It is recommended to perform a test print (Test Cube) to find the optimal flow rate and retraction settings for your printer before starting actual production.
Product Specifications:
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Diameter: 1.75 mm
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Net weight: 1 kilogram (1kg Spool)
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Density (before foaming): 1.03 g/cm³
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Density (after minimum foaming): 0.54 g/cm³
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Bed temperature: 70 - 105°C
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Fan Speed: 0 - 20% (Turning off the fan will help the layers adhere more tightly.)
