Ford Mondeo Fusion MK5 Full Digital IPC Frame

Technical Specifications & Printing Tips

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Material Warning: Do NOT use PLA. The interior of a car can reach temperatures over 70°C in the sun. For this part, ASA or ABS is highly recommended due to their high heat resistance and UV stability.

• Recommended Material: ASA (best), ABS, or PETG (minimum).
• Infill: 20% (Gyroid or Honeycomb for structural integrity).
• Wall Loops: 3 or 4 for extra strength at mounting points.
• Support: Tree supports recommended for the clipping tabs.
• Layer Height: 0.16mm or 0.20mm for a smooth finish.

Compatibility

• Car Models: Ford Mondeo MK5 / Ford Fusion (CD391 Platform).

• Years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.

  Detail

• 1. ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) – The Best Choice
  It is the “gold standard” for 3D printed automotive parts.
• Heat Resistance: Withstands up to approximately 95°C without warping.
• UV Resistance: Does not fade or become brittle in the sun.
• Appearance: Has a matte finish, very close to the original plastics in the Ford dashboard.
• Difficulty: Requires a closed printer (P1S, X1C) to prevent warping.
• 2. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
  Heat Resistance: Similar to ASA (95-100°C).
• Disadvantage: Does not have UV resistance (can yellow over time if exposed to direct sunlight, although inside the dashboard it is not a major problem).
• Price: Cheaper than ASA.
• 3. PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) – The minimum acceptable
  Heat resistance: Withstands up to about 75-80°C.
• Risks: On an extremely hot summer day, if the car is sitting directly in the sun with the windows closed, the PETG part could soften slightly ("sag").
• Advantage: Much easier to print than ASA/ABS (does not necessarily require a closed printer).