--- title: RPU 130 slug: materials/rpu-130 description: RPU 130 is strong, tough, and heat resistant with an impact resistance of 76 J/m and heat deflection temperature of 119 °C. Use this guide to understand how to print with this tough Carbon resin. docTags: createdAt: 2024-06-28T18:33:37.060Z --- # Overview ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem **RPU 130** is a strong, tough, and heat-resistant material with an impact resistance of 76 J/m and a heat deflection temperature of 119°C. Made with 30% bio-based Susterra® propanediol, it balances performance and sustainability. Its properties make it comparable to unfilled thermoplastics like nylon and polypropylene. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::Image[]{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/An7OZXMg7UmvN-fpWT92n_rpu130-bracket01.jpg" size="90" width="317" height="198" position="center" showCaption="false"} ::: :::: ## Notes - **Not compatible** with the **M1 printer**; compatible with M2, M3, M3 Max and L1 printers. - M2 printer requires a C5 heated cassette and C5 connector cable. - Requires a Cox Dual-Drive Dispenser. - Smart Part Washer compatible with DPM (di(propylene glycol) methyl ether; CAS 34590-94-8; 99+% purity). **Not compatible with VF 1 solvent.** - Sustainability: 29.5% plant-based material. - **U.S. customers only: **Contact Carbon Support to complete one-time only EPA regulatory paperwork to purchase RPU 130. ## Resource Links ::::LinkArray{contentSource="CUSTOM"} :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-xNW60Acbs7Okn-DFgj_gP-20241126-190310.jpg"} [About the Material ](https://www.carbon3d.com/materials/rpu-130)Material overview and uses cases ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/meEa1m4VN4HOvIJpjIIld-20251016-220433.jpg"} [Technical Data Sheet ](https://docs.carbon3d.com/files/technical-data-sheets/tds_carbon_rpu-130.pdf)\`\`Mechanical properties and data ::: :::LinkArrayItem{headerType="IMAGE" headerImage="https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/1r3fpdvMUMFVZGfey2Tjn-20251016-221405.jpg"} [Safety Data Sheet](https://www.carbon3d.com/stewardship) *Login required* ::: :::: # Protocol Sheet This downloadable handout provides important usage information, including instructions about compatible hardware, storage, resin dispensing, washing and curing. Print it out and bring it into the lab. ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **English** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/3RejcRtJoy9naDRZVf5R8-20260115-212347.pdf" label="RPU 130 Protocol v0201.pdf"} ::: :::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **Spanish/Español ** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-zvZP4R_CexUg8e-rxQggp-20250130-004245.pdf" label="RPU 130 Protocol v01.07 REL_ES.pdf"} ::: :::: ::::VerticalSplit{layout="left"} :::VerticalSplitItem **German/Deutsch** ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/uXbZOKjJTGpPhjapQ8fvM-zJXF2i_udyBNNV8F3l8gJ-20250130-004259.pdf" label="RPU 130 Protocol v01.07 REL_DE.pdf"} ::: :::: # Design - If attempting feature sizes smaller than the [recommended feature sizes](docId\:t94PR-A-C0pIhY6LJsWk7), note the following for RPU 130: - **Thin walls** are especially susceptible to deformation after washing with DPM solvent. Handle thin features with extra care in the green state before baking. - **Holes and engravings **(negative features) may be difficult to fully clean due to the high viscosity of the liquid resin. # Digital Prep ## Stability Supports Suction and resin flow forces will be higher at the beginning of a print as the cassette is still heating up. - Orient parts to keep thin/delicate features later in the print and/or - Utilize more [stability supports](docId\:DoBa4qKKoXpi-52yw3nCr) on thin/delicate features. ## M2 Printer Project Estimates **Print Stats & Project Analysis **can be run in the printer UI for estimation purposes with or without the C5 cassette installed. ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem - Access the **Print Controls** tab. - Under the **Cassettes** pull-down menu, select the M2C5 option. - Run analysis for estimation purposes on the **Project analysis** tab. Please Note: - The C5 cassette must be installed for printing. - Selecting a cassette type for analysis will not effect the cassette type you ultimately print with. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![Print control cassette drop down menu](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/JWqhE2kheRRTy6Uq1isD5_image.png) ::: :::: # Thermal Processing Some resins may crystallize or freeze at lower temperatures requiring a thermal processing step, also known as incubation, prior to dispensing. :::hint{type="info"} Reference this downloadable PDF for instructions. ::File{src="https://api.archbee.com/api/presign/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/RARgfnxBS7FnQzm-evFYq-20260218-210534.pdf" label="Resin Thermal Processing v0502.pdf"} ::: # Dispensing ## C5 Cassette On M2 printers, RPU 130 requires the use of a heated cassette, type C5, and a C5 cable. The M3 and L1 printers have built-in heating components to accommodate RPU 130. For more information about the C5 Cassette, please see [C5 Cassette](docId\:L2pJEUfZNHEnPzTDqfvZV). ## Film on Surface ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem RPU 130 will develop a **film on the surface** of the liquid resin after dispensing. This is normal and will not affect the print. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/rjHiFRTZ4e-yOYo3ODJ5g_image.png) ::: :::: # Washing - **Washing on platform strongly recommended to prevent warping.** - Wash parts as soon as possible after printing for best results. - Expect more touch-up if parts are waiting for washing. This is especially true for overnight prints. ## Blue Sheen and Film A blue sheen and film on parts before washing is normal. If blue sheen remains after washing: - Further touch up of parts via swabbing may reduce the surface finish inconsistency. - The blue sheen is surface-only and will not affect material properties. ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem Blue sheen on unwashed parts ![Blue sheen on unwashed parts](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/OoMglFKFMgQzpJqNkT1RM_rpu130-blue-sheen-prewash01.jpg) ::: :::VerticalSplitItem Blue sheen on parts after washing ![Blue sheen on parts after washing](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/sSWuocIgimHWUMmQIUYK-_rpu130-blue-sheen-postwash01.jpg) ::: :::: ## Scratches ::::VerticalSplit{layout="middle"} :::VerticalSplitItem - Washing parts on platform recommended. - Washing multiple parts off platform will lead to scratching in an orbital wash. - Allow parts to fully dry before handling. - Air dry on platform. - Or dry more quickly by utilizing the compressed air cabinet. ::: :::VerticalSplitItem ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/LomTHfmdVcYTxgHsWDwbv_scratches.jpg) ::: :::: ## Warping Washing parts on the platform is strongly recommended to prevent solvent warping. ![](https://api.archbee.com/api/optimize/3CesIL2dYMCHPZvRjp8S0/QyBULJ7e4Us-zlZBylpgq_rpu130-warping.png) # Curing RPU 130 is less susceptible to sagging than other resins during thermal curing.