PA1010 GF30 vs PA1010 IM
Polymer · PA1010 grade comparison
PA1010 GF30 and PA1010 IM are two grades of the same polymer grade, PA1010: GF30 (30 % glass-fiber reinforced) versus IM (impact-modified / super-tough). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. PA1010 GF30 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 48 MPa (6.96 ksi) against 32 MPa (4.64 ksi) for PA1010 IM, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) vs 42 MPa (6.09 ksi). In exchange, PA1010 IM is the more ductile: elongation 280% versus 3.5% for PA1010 GF30, and PA1010 GF30 is harder (78 Shore D vs 68 Shore D). PA1010 IM is lighter (1.03 g/cm³ vs 1.28 g/cm³ for PA1010 GF30) and PA1010 GF30 is stiffer (6.8 GPa vs 1.1 GPa). On the shop floor, PA1010 IM machines more easily (good vs fair).
PA1010 GF30Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
PA1010 IMChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when weight is the constraint.
PA1010 GF30 vs PA1010 IM: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell R
Same in both: Shear Modulus 0.55 GPa0.08 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.39
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Water Absorption (24 h)
Same in both: Melting Temperature (Tm) 205°C401 °F · Glass Transition (Tg) 45°C113 °F · Water Absorption (Saturation) 2%
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 1,700 J/kg·K0.41 BTU/lb·°F · Max Service Temperature (short-term) 140°C284 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in · Dielectric Strength 22 kV/mm559 V/mil · Dielectric Constant (1 MHz) 3.4 · Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) 0.025 · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm · Surface Resistivity 1×10¹³ Ω · Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) 600 V
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 78 / 100 · UV / Weathering Resistance 30 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Mold Shrinkage
Same in both: Weldability 75 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100 · Processing Melt Temperature (typ.) 235°C455 °F · Mold Temperature (typ.) 60°C140 °F
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 85 MJ/kg36,543 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.5 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
PA1010 GF30 vs PA1010 IM — frequently asked
Is PA1010 GF30 stronger than PA1010 IM?
Yes. PA1010 GF30 has a typical yield strength of 48 MPa (6.96 ksi) against 32 MPa (4.64 ksi) for PA1010 IM — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) vs 42 MPa (6.09 ksi).
Which grade does FabDigit quote by default, GF30 or IM?
Specify the condition in the material field or the drawing note; FabDigit prices the quote for the state you call out.
Which is easier to machine, PA1010 GF30 or PA1010 IM?
PA1010 IM. Its machinability rates good (62/100) against fair (45/100) for PA1010 GF30.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in PA1010 GF30 and PA1010 IM side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.