FDM 3D Printing Materials
Overview of common FDM 3D Printing Materials
Standard Materials
PLA
The most common 3D printing material. Moderate strength, low temperature resistance.
190-230 °C
50-70 °C
PETG
Moderate strength. Moderate temperature resistance.
230-260 °C
60-80 °C
ABS
Moderate strength. Moderate temperature resistance
240-260 °C
90-100 °C
Warps very easily, must be printed in an enclosure.
ASA
Moderate strength. Moderate temperature resistance.
240-260 °C
90-100 °C
Similar to ABS but slightly easier to work with.
TPU
Flexible material. Low temperature resistance.
190-230 °C
30-50 °C
Must use glue stick under print. Harness depends on durometer rating. Must be dried before use.
Reinforced Materials
PETG-CF
High strength. Moderate temperature resistance.
240-270 °C
60-80 °C
Must use hardened nozzle.
ABS-GF
High strength. Moderate temperature resistance.
250-270 °C
90-100 °C
Must use hardened nozzle.
ASA-CF
High strength. Moderate temperature resistance
250-270 °C
90-100 °C
Must use hardened nozzle.
PA6-CF
Highest strength. High temperature resistance.
270-290 °C
100-120 °C
Must use hardened nozzle. Must Dry before use. Full enclosure necessary, heated chamber recommended.
PC-CF
Highest strength. High temperature resistance.
270-290 °C
100-120 °C
Must use hardened nozzle. Drying before use recommended. Full enclosure recommended.
ONYX
Highest Strength. High Temperature Resistance
300°C
N/A
Only compatible with Markforged Printers
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