MATERIAL DATASHEET

Composites
Plastic Matrix Test (ASTM) Onyx Nylon Dimensions and Construction of Plastic Test
Specimens:
Tensile Modulus (GPa) D638 1.4 0.94
• Tensile test specimens: ASTM D638 type
Tensile Stress at Yield (MPa) D638 36 31 IV beams
• Flexural test specimens: 3-pt. Bending,
4.5 in (L) x 0.4 in (W) x 0.12 in (H)
Tensile Strain at Yield (%) D638 25 27 • Heat-deflection temperature at 0.45
MPa, 66 psi (ASTM D648-07 Method B)
Tensile Stress at Break (MPa) D638 30 54
All Markforged machines are equipped to
Tensile Strain at Break (%) D638 58 260 print Onyx. Nylon is a specialized material
that can only be printed on the Mark Two and
Flexural Strength (MPa) D7901 81 32 X7. Machines that print Onyx cannot also
print Nylon due to machine conditioning.
Flexural Modulus (GPa) D7901 2.9 0.84 Markforged parts are primarily composed
of plastic matrix. Users may add one type of
Heat Deflection Temp ( C) o
D648 B 145 49 fiber reinforcement in each part, enhancing
its material properties.
Izod Impact - notched (J/m) D256-10 A 330 1000
1. Measured by a method similar to ASTM
Density (g/cm3) — 1.2 1.1 D790. Thermoplastic-only parts do not break
before end of Flexural Test.

Fiber Reinforcement Test (ASTM) Carbon Kevlar® Fiberglass HSHT FG

Tensile Strength (MPa) D3039 800 610 590 600

Tensile Modulus (GPa) D3039 60 27 21 21

Tensile Strain at Break (%) D3039 1.5 2.7 3.8 3.9

Flexural Strength (MPa) D7901 470 190 210 420

Flexural Modulus (GPa) D7901 51 26 22 21

Flexural Strain at Break (%) D7901 1.2 2.1 1.1 2.2

Compressive Strength (MPa) D6641 320 97 140 192

Compressive Modulus (MPa) D6641 54 28 21 21

Compressive Strain at Break (%) D6641 0.7 1.5 — —

Heat Deflection Temp (oC) D648 B 105 105 105 150

Izod Impact - notched (J/m) D256-10 A 960 2000 2600 3100

Density (g/cm3) — 1.4 1.2 1.5 1.5

Dimensions and Construction of Fiber Composite Deflection Temperature data were provided by This representative data were tested, measured,
Test Specimens: an accredited 3rd party test facility. Flexural or calculated using standard methods and are
data were prepared by Markforged, Inc. These subject to change without notice. Markforged
• Test plaques used in these data are fiber represent typical values. makes no warranties of any kind, express
reinforced unidirectionally (0° Plies) or implied, including, but not limited to, the
• Tensile test specimens: 9.8 in (L) x 0.5 in (H) x Markforged tests plaques are uniquely designed warranties of merchantability, fitness for a
0.048 in (W) (CF composites), 9.8 in (L) x 0.5 in to maximize test performance. Fiber test plaques particular use, or warranty against patent
(H) x 0.08 in (W) (GF and Kevlar® composites) are fully filled with unidirectional fiber and printed infringement; and assumes no liability in
• Compressive test specimens: 5.5 in (L) x 0.5 without walls. Plastic test plaques are printed connection with the use of this information. The
in (H) x 0.085 in (W) (CF composites), 5.5 in with full infill. To learn more about specific testing data listed here should not be used to establish
(L) x 0.5 in (H) x 0.12 in (W) (Kevlar® and GF conditions or to request test parts for internal design, quality control, or specification limits,
composites) testing, contact a Markforged representative. and are not intended to substitute for your
• Flexural test specimens: 3-pt. Bending, 4.5 in own testing to determine suitability for your
(L) x 0.4 in (W) x 0.12 in (H) Part and material performance will vary by particular application. Nothing in this sheet is to
• Heat-deflection temperature at 0.45 MPa, 66 fiber layout design, part design, specific load be construed as a license to operate under or a
psi (ASTM D648-07 Method B) conditions, test conditions, build conditions, and recommendation to infringe upon any intellectual
the like. property right.
Tensile, Compressive, Strain at Break, and Heat

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MATERIAL DESCRIPTIONS

Composites
800
Printing Methods
Plastic Matrix 700
Carbon
In Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), the printer Fiber
heats thermoplastic filament to near melting
600
point and extrudes it through its nozzle, building a HSHT
Fiberglass

Flexural Stress (MPa)

plastic matrix layer by layer. Markforged prints all
thermoplastics by this method. 500
6061 T6
Aluminum
Onyx Nylon

400
Fiber Reinforcement
Continuous Filament Fabrication (CFF) is our
300
unique technology that adds fiber reinforcement
Fiberglass
to printed parts. Within our thermoplastic matrix, Kevlar®
Markforged uses proprietary technology to lay 200
down continuous long-strand fiber. Users can Onyx
ABS
control the layers reinforced, amount, orientation,
Nylon
and type of reinforcing fiber.
100

Fiberglass Carbon Fiber

0
Kevlar® HSHT Fiberglass
0.000 0.010 0.020 0.030 0.040
Flexural Strain

Materials
Onyx Plastic Fiberglass Fiber Carbon Fiber Fiber

Engineering Grade Thermoplastic Reinforced Fiber Strength Aluminum Strength. Half the Weight.
Onyx yields stiff, strong, and accurate parts. Fiberglass is our entry level continuous fiber, Carbon Fiber has the highest strength to weight
Already 1.4 times stronger and stiffer than ABS, providing high strength at an accessible price. ratio of our reinforcing fibers. Six times stronger
Onyx can be reinforced with any continuous 2.5 times stronger and eight times stiffer than and eighteen times stiffer than Onyx, Carbon
fiber. Onyx sets the bar for surface finish, Onyx, Fiberglass reinforcement results in strong, Fiber reinforcement is commonly used for parts
chemical resistivity, and heat tolerance. robust tools. that replace machined aluminum.

Flexural Strength 81 MPa Flexural Strength 210 MPa Flexural Strength 470 MPa

Flexural Stiffness 2.9 GPa Flexural Stiffness 22 GPa Flexural Stiffness 51 GPa

Nylon Plastic Kevlar® Fiber HSHT Fiberglass Fiber

Tough Flexible Thermoplastic Lightweight, Durable, and Strong Strength at High Temperatures
Nylon parts are flexible, impact-resistant and can Kevlar® possesses excellent durability, making High Strength High Temperature (HSHT)
be reinforced with any Markforged continuous it optimal for parts that experience repeated Fiberglass exhibits Aluminum strength and high
fiber. The material works best in applications and sudden loading. As stiff as fiberglass and heat tolerance. Five times as strong and seven
that require increased flexibility or low working much more ductile, it’s best used for end of arm times as stiff as Onyx, it’s best used for parts
friction. tooling. loaded in high operating temperatures.

Flexural Strength 32 MPa Flexural Strength 190 MPa Flexural Strength 420 MPa

Flexural Stiffness 0.84 GPa Flexural Stiffness 26 GPa Flexural Stiffness 21 GPa

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