Fiber Infused
Continuous Fiber Composite Parts in Houston
We print multi material parts reinforced with continuous strands of carbon fiber. The result is a composite part that is far stiffer and stronger than standard 3D printed plastic, at a fraction of the weight of metal.
Made in Houston, Texas. Built for parts that have to carry a load.
- Continuous carbon fiber
- Multi material
What Is Continuous Fiber Reinforcement
Standard 3D printing builds parts from plastic alone, or from plastic mixed with tiny chopped fibers. Continuous fiber printing lays long, unbroken strands of carbon fiber inside the part as it prints. Those strands carry the load, much like rebar inside concrete. This closes much of the gap between printed plastic parts and machined metal parts for many load bearing applications.
Key Advantages
High Strength and Stiffness
Continuous carbon fiber dramatically increases stiffness and resistance to bending. Reinforced parts can replace some aluminum brackets and fixtures, depending on the load and design.
Lightweight
Composite parts weigh much less than comparable metal parts, which matters for drones, robots, and anything that moves.
Reinforcement Where It Counts
Fiber is routed along chosen paths and layers, so strength goes where the part is stressed instead of everywhere.
Efficient Internal Structure
Optimized infill removes material that does no work, balancing stiffness, strength, weight, and cost.
No Tooling Required
Parts print straight from your CAD file. No molds, no fixtures, no minimum tooling cost, which makes low volume and custom parts practical.
Consistent Reorders
Your file, fiber layout, and print settings stay on record so every reorder matches the first approved part.
How It Compares
| Attribute | Standard FDM | Chopped Carbon Fiber | Continuous Carbon Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reinforcement | None | Short, scattered fibers | Long, unbroken strands |
| Strength gain | Baseline | Moderate | Much greater along the fiber path |
| Fiber direction | Not applicable | Follows the print flow | Placed where you need it |
| Best for | Housings, covers, general parts | Stiffer fixtures and brackets | Load bearing brackets, frames, and tooling |
Applications
Manufacturing Tooling
Fixtures, assembly jigs, clamps, and production aids that hold their shape.
Robotics and Automation
Lightweight end of arm tooling, mounts, and brackets.
Drones and Aerospace
Frames, arms, supports, and mounts where every gram counts.
Automotive and Industrial Equipment
Functional prototypes, replacement parts, and equipment accessories.
How We Build Your Part
- 01
Send your file
Upload STEP or STL with quantity, material, and how the part is loaded.
- 02
We plan the fiber
We decide where the fiber goes, how dense the infill is, and the best print orientation for the load.
- 03
We print and check
Parts are printed on our Houston fleet and checked against your model.
- 04
Ship and reorder
Parts ship on the lead time in your quote. Your settings stay on file for reorders.
Design Considerations
Continuous fiber makes parts much stronger in the directions the fiber runs. Like all layer based printing, parts are still weaker between layers, so orientation and load direction matter. Tell us how the part is mounted and loaded and we will orient and reinforce it accordingly. For structural or safety critical parts, test the finished part in your application before replacing a metal component.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is continuous fiber reinforcement?
Long strands of carbon fiber are laid inside a thermoplastic part during printing, adding stiffness and strength along the paths where the part carries load.
When should I choose fiber infused over standard FDM?
When a plastic part needs to carry more load, flex less, or replace a heavier component. For lighter duty parts, standard FDM is usually the better value.
Can you print production quantities?
Yes. We run fiber infused parts in batches and keep your file and settings on record so reorders match.
How fast can I get a quote?
We reply to every quote request within 24 hours with a fixed price and confirmed lead time.
Is it as strong as aluminum?
For some brackets and fixtures, a well designed reinforced part can come close, at much lower weight. It depends on the geometry, fiber layout, and load direction, so we look at your part before making any promise.
What base materials do you use?
We print multi material parts in a range of engineering thermoplastics, reinforced with continuous carbon fiber. Tell us your application and we will recommend the right base material.
Can you reinforce only part of my design?
Yes. Fiber can be placed only in the layers and areas that carry load, which keeps cost down.
What is the minimum order?
Orders start at $150.
Have a part that needs to be stronger or lighter?
Need standard plastic parts? See our small batch manufacturing service.