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Prusa has launched PETG ESD, a carbon-fibre and carbon-nanotube filament designed for fixtures and trays used in electronics production. Tom’s Hardware reports that a 1kg spool costs $56.99.
Why it mattersThe material is intended for static-sensitive uses such as PCB holders and trays for handling or testing components. That puts it beyond the usual hobbyist enclosure, though it could give smaller manufacturers another way to make production aids on site. There is a notable gap for anyone weighing it up: Prusa has not yet published a datasheet with detailed strength figures. A comparatively low price is useful, but not quite a substitute for knowing what the material can withstand.
Discuss: For small electronics makers, would cheaper, printable ESD fixtures be worth adopting before detailed strength data is available?
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