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From rapid prototyping to end-use structural parts — a curated range of FDM materials matched to application, budget, and performance.
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PLA
The most widely used FDM material. Easy to print, dimensionally accurate, and available in hundreds of colors. Ideal for detailed prototypes and display models.
Properties
- Tensile Strength7,252PSI
- Max Temperature140°F
- DurabilityMedium
Common Applications
Prototypes
Display models
Interior mockups
Educational parts
Consumer goods
Standard
PETG
A versatile all-rounder with better temperature and chemical resistance than PLA. Excellent for functional prototypes and semi-structural parts.
Properties
- Tensile Strength7,252PSI
- Max Temperature176°F
- DurabilityHigh
Common Applications
Functional prototypes
Enclosures
Food-safe containers
Medical housings
Brackets
Engineering
ABS
Tough, impact-resistant, and machinable. A staple engineering material used across consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial applications.
Properties
- Tensile Strength5,802PSI
- Max Temperature212°F
- DurabilityHigh
Common Applications
Electronic enclosures
Interior panels
Jigs & fixtures
Mechanical parts
Housings
Engineering
ASA
Excellent UV and weather resistance — the go-to choice for outdoor or sun-exposed parts. Mechanically similar to ABS but far more durable outdoors.
Properties
- Tensile Strength6,527PSI
- Max Temperature203°F
- DurabilityHigh
Common Applications
Outdoor fixtures
Exterior automotive
Signage
Grilles
Mirror housings
Engineering
Nylon (PA)
Exceptional strength, toughness, and chemical resistance against oils and fuels. The material of choice for high-wear mechanical and structural components.
Properties
- Tensile Strength10,153PSI
- Max Temperature302°F
- DurabilityVery High
Common Applications
Gears
Bushings
Intake components
Structural brackets
Fuel line clips
Flexible
TPU
A rubber-like flexible material with outstanding impact absorption and tear resistance. Perfect for anything that needs to flex, grip, or dampen vibration.
Properties
- Tensile Strength4,351PSI
- Max Temperature176°F
- DurabilityVery High
Common Applications
Gaskets & seals
Grips & handles
Wearables
Impact protection
Flexible hinges
Composite
PLA-CF
Carbon fiber reinforced PLA. Significantly stiffer than standard PLA with a premium matte finish — great for lightweight structural mockups and aesthetic parts.
Properties
- Tensile Strength9,427PSI
- Max Temperature149°F
- DurabilityMedium
Common Applications
Stiff structural mockups
Drone frames
Lightweight brackets
Aesthetic interior parts
Composite
Nylon-CF
Top-tier performance combining Nylon's toughness with carbon fiber's rigidity. Used for high-load, end-use parts where weight and strength are critical.
Properties
- Tensile Strength15,954PSI
- Max Temperature320°F
- DurabilityVery High
Common Applications
Suspension components
Aerospace brackets
Aero parts
Industrial tooling
Structural monocoque
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