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Zetamix TiO2 Filament 1,75mm

Print titanium-dioxide (TiO2) ceramic parts on a standard FFF printer — a specialty technical ceramic for niche applications.

✔ Specialty technical ceramic produced on an everyday FFF machine
✔ Print → debind → sinter to dense ceramic, no powder system required
✔ Genuine Zetamix by Nanoe · 500 g spool · lead time 10–20 business days (depending on order queue)

$550

Price held 7 days after order.

About this product

Zetamix TiO2 Filament enables direct manufacturing of specialized ceramic components with exceptional dielectric properties using standard FDM 3D printers. Create complex RF/microwave devices, antennas, and waveguides with permittivity values unmatched by conventional materials—opening new possibilities in high-frequency electronics and telecommunications.

Why RF Engineers & Researchers Choose Zetamix TiO2

Exceptional Dielectric Performance

Very high permittivity: ε = 75 (±5) at 9.4 GHz
Low loss tangent: 1×10⁻³ to 5×10⁻³
Stable performance from -50°C to +110°C (±5%)
Ideal for miniaturizing RF components and antennas

Advanced Ceramic Properties

98-99% theoretical density after sintering
Titanium dioxide (rutile) composition – 81% by mass
Excellent thermal and chemical stability
White ceramic appearance after sintering

Precision Manufacturing Workflow

Predictable shrinkage: 18.97% (X/Y) & 20.44% (Z)
Optimized for complex geometries impossible with traditional ceramics
Batch-consistent dielectric properties
Compatible with most FDM/FFF systems

Dielectric & Material Properties

Dielectric Constant: 75 ±5 (@ 9.4 GHz)
Loss Tangent: 0.001 – 0.005
Sintered Density: 98-99% of theoretical
Specific Gravity: 2.59 g/cm³ (filament)

Your Path to Advanced RF Components

1. Design for RF Performance

Scale models by 123.4% (X/Y) and 125.7% (Z) for sintering shrinkage
Minimum 2 wall layers with 5-100% infill density
Optimize for high-frequency performance requirements
Consider anisotropic effects on dielectric properties

2. Precision Printing Protocol

Use grooved drive gears to prevent filament grinding
Print on flexible build plates for easy removal
No cooling fan required during printing
0.5mm retraction at 80 mm/s recommended

3. Controlled Debinding & Sintering

Chemical Debinding: 6h acetone bath at 40°C (>7% mass loss)
Thermal Debinding: 8°C/h ramp to 500°C (≈2.5 days)
Sintering: 30°C/h to 1300°C with 2h hold in air atmosphere

Where Zetamix TiO2 is used

Zetamix TiO2 is a specialty technical ceramic for niche and research uses:

Specialty technical-ceramic components
Research and prototyping that needs titanium-dioxide properties

See real builds in our Zetamix case studies →

No sintering furnace or debinding station? Talk to our team — we’ll help you get set up. Get in touch →

FAQs

What makes TiO2 particularly valuable for RF applications?

TiO2 (rutile) offers an exceptionally high dielectric constant (ε=75) with low loss, enabling miniaturization of RF components while maintaining performance—ideal for antennas, filters, and waveguides.

How stable are the dielectric properties with temperature?

Excellent stability—the dielectric constant varies only ±5% across a wide temperature range from -50°C to +110°C, making it suitable for demanding environmental conditions.

What RF applications is this material best suited for?

Microwave antennas, waveguide components, RF filters, dielectric resonators, phase array systems, and any application requiring high permittivity with low loss at microwave frequencies.

How does the sintering process affect dielectric properties?

Proper sintering to 1300°C achieves 98-99% density, which is crucial for consistent dielectric performance. Lower densities may reduce the permittivity value.

What design limitations should I consider?

Standard ceramic design rules apply—avoid sharp corners, maintain uniform wall thicknesses where possible, and account for anisotropic shrinkage (different in X/Y vs Z).

Can I create complex geometries with internal features?

Yes! This is a key advantage over traditional ceramic manufacturing. Create intricate waveguide structures, complex antenna shapes, and internal channels impossible with conventional methods.

How long does the complete process take?

Printing varies by model. Chemical debinding takes 6h + 2h drying, thermal debinding ≈60h, and sintering ≈43h including ramp times and holding.

What safety precautions are necessary?

Standard ceramic filament handling—use in well-ventilated areas during printing and debinding. The sintered TiO2 is biologically inert and safe for handling.

What’s the shelf life of the filament?

Six months when stored in original vacuum-sealed packaging in cool, dry conditions

Can I achieve different permittivity values?

The ε=75 is characteristic of fully dense rutile TiO2. Variations in sintering density or the use of composite designs can modify effective permittivity for specific applications

See Zetamix in action

Watch how Zetamix ceramic and metal filaments go from spool to dense, sintered part — the same FFF print → debind → sinter workflow we run in-house.

Choose your Zetamix material

Every Zetamix filament prints on a standard FFF 3D printer — we print and validate them in-house on our 3DCeram M.A.T. system — then debind and sinter to a dense ceramic or metal part. The highlighted row is the material on this page; compare the range below:

Material	Type	Stands out for	Best for	From
Alumina	Technical ceramic	Electrical insulation, ~1550°C	Insulators, high-temp tooling	$495
White Zirconia	Technical ceramic	Toughness & flexural strength	Wear & structural parts	$485
Black Zirconia	Technical ceramic	Zirconia strength, black finish	Aesthetic + technical parts	$550
Silicon Carbide	Technical ceramic	Extreme hardness & thermal	Abrasive / high-temp parts	$550
Porcelain	Ceramic (art)	Glazeable, classic finish	Art, tableware, decorative	$225
316L	Stainless steel	Corrosion resistance, ductile	Functional metal parts	$420
17-4 PH	Stainless steel	High strength, hardenable	Tooling & functional parts	$420
H13	Tool steel	Hot hardness & wear	Dies, inserts, tooling	$420
TiO2	Specialty ceramic	Specialty technical ceramic	Niche functional parts	$550

Not sure which fits? We print these every day — talk to our materials engineers, or see real Zetamix parts in action →.

Brand	Zetamix by Nanoe
Printing Materials	Metal Filaments
Technology	FFF
Spool weight	500 g (vacuum-sealed)
Chemical symbol	TiO2
Sintering type	Solid State Sintering
Printing temperature	140°C
Sintering Temperature	1300°C, under air
Shrinkage	18.97% ± 1% (x, y) 20.44% in z
Density	98-99%
Specific Gravity [g.cm-3 ]	2.59