3D Printing Materials

Everything you need to know about filaments and resins — temperature settings, requirements, and which materials work with your printer.

FDM Filaments

PLA

Polylactic Acid

Ease: 5/5·~$22/kg

Decorative prints, Prototyping, Figurines

PLA+

Enhanced Polylactic Acid

Ease: 5/5·~$24/kg

Functional prototypes, Cosplay props, Decorative items

PETG

Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol

Ease: 4/5·~$25/kg

Functional parts, Outdoor use, Food-safe containers (some brands)

ABS

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

Ease: 2/5·~$22/kg

Automotive parts, Electronic enclosures, High-temp applications

ASA

Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate

Ease: 2/5·~$30/kg

Outdoor parts, Automotive accessories, Garden tools

TPU

Thermoplastic Polyurethane

Ease: 3/5·~$32/kg

Phone cases, Shoe insoles, Vibration dampeners

Nylon (PA)

Polyamide

Ease: 2/5·~$45/kg

Gears and bearings, Snap-fit parts, Living hinges

PC

Polycarbonate

Ease: 1/5·~$42/kg

High-temperature parts, Impact-resistant enclosures, Transparent parts

CF-PETG

Carbon Fiber Reinforced PETG

Ease: 3/5·~$30/kg

Lightweight structural parts, Drone frames, RC car parts

CF-Nylon

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Nylon

Ease: 2/5·~$65/kg

Aerospace prototypes, High-performance tooling, Structural brackets

PVA

Polyvinyl Alcohol (Support Material)

Ease: 3/5·~$70/kg

Water-soluble support material for dual-extrusion printers

Resins

Standard Resin

Ease: 4/5·~$25/L

Miniatures, Tabletop gaming figures, Jewelry masters

ABS-Like Resin

Ease: 3/5·~$45/L

Functional prototypes, Snap-fit parts, Parts needing impact resistance

Water-Washable Resin

Ease: 4/5·~$40/L

Miniatures, Figurines, When you want easier cleanup without IPA

Flexible Resin

Ease: 2/5·~$57/L

Rubber-like prototypes, Shoe soles, Gaskets

Not sure which material to use?

Our Material Compatibility Tool shows which materials work with your printer, including recommended settings.

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