SLS Nylon PA12

Nylon PA12 (Polyamide) is a strong and heat-resistant material commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

PETG

PETG offers good impact resistance and strong layer adhesion, plus reliable chemical and moisture resistance. It is a good choice for everyday functional parts.

FDM

+51

ABS

ABS is a durable, impact-resistant plastic with good heat tolerance, and is well suited to functional parts and prototypes that need to handle everyday stress.

FDM

+51

PLA

PLA is a low-cost, rigid plastic with excellent dimensional accuracy, and is a good choice for prototypes and functional parts that do not require strength or heat resistance.

FDM

+128

HP® MJF Nylon PA12

Developed by HP, MJF Nylon is a widely used material for strong and detailed end-use parts and prototypes.

MJF

+25

ASA

ASA is a durable plastic with outstanding UV and weather resistance, which makes it the top choice for parts exposed to prolonged sunlight and outdoor conditions.

FDM

+39

Tough Resin

Tough resin is an impact-modified photopolymer that trades some of standard resin's stiffness for significantly better elongation and impact resistance. This makes it better suited to functional parts that need to withstand stress without cracking.

SLALCDDLP+4

+28

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

PLA+ and Tough PLA offer enhanced strength and durability compared to regular PLA, which makes them ideal for functional prototypes and mechanical parts.

FDM

+39

Standard Resin

Standard resin is a general-purpose photopolymer optimized for fine detail and a smooth surface finish. It offers good rigidity but limited impact resistance, making it suitable for visual models and detailed prototypes, rather than functional parts.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+58

FDM TPU

TPU is a versatile elastomer family that ranges from soft, highly stretchable rubber-like grades to firmer, semi-rigid formulations.

FDM

+42

Aluminum Alloy 6061

Aluminum Alloy 6061 offers excellent strength-to-weight performance, good corrosion resistance, and reliable dimensional stability. It is ideal for lightweight structural parts, prototypes, and functional components requiring durability and machinability.

SLM / DMLS

High-Detail Resin

High-detail resin is a photopolymer formulated to minimize shrinkage and maximize edge sharpness and surface resolution, capturing extremely fine features like engraved text and fabric texture that other materials can't reproduce as reliably.

DLPSLAMSLA+4

+40

Translucent Resin

Translucent resin allows light to pass through with a soft, diffused effect rather than true see-through clarity. This makes it the practical choice when frosted light diffusion is the goal rather than optical clarity.

SLADLPMSLA+2

+10

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

Flexible TPU is a rubber-like material suitable for functional prototypes and wear-resistant parts.

SLSMJF

+16

Elastic Resin

Elastic resin (Shore 50A–65A) is a soft, rubber-like photopolymer with high elongation and good rebound, ideal for prototyping silicone-like parts that need to stretch, compress, and flex repeatedly.

SLADLPMSLA+3

Sterling Silver

Sterling silver is the perfect material for jewelry and unique metal art pieces.

Lost Wax Casting

Flexible Resin

Flexible resin (Shore 80A) is a soft-touch, rubber-like photopolymer similar in firmness to a shoe heel. It combines flexibility with more rigidity and detail retention than elastic resin.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+8

Carbon Fiber PLA

Carbon Fiber PLA is a reinforced composite that significantly increases stiffness and dimensional stability over standard PLA, though this comes at the cost of increased brittleness.

FDM

+1

Wood-Filled PLA

Wood-filled PLA blends real wood fiber with PLA to create a filament that looks, feels, and can be finished like natural wood, and it is prized for its appearance rather than mechanical strength.

FDM

+1

PCTG

PCTG is a tougher, clearer alternative to PETG. It offers notably better impact resistance and moisture resistance while it retains PETG's ease of use and chemical resistance.

FDM

+18

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S delivers exceptional surface quality and precision right out of the printer. The material is perfect for functional prototypes and high-end consumer goods.

MJF

+22

FDM TPE

FDM TPE is a softer, more rubber-like flexible material than TPU. It offers excellent comfort and stretch for grip and cushioning applications, though with less abrasion, chemical, and heat resistance.

FDM

+18

Plated Brass

Brass plated with a precious metal coating is perfect for jewelry pieces.

Lost Wax Casting

Glass Fiber FDM Nylon

Glass fiber nylon (PA-GF) adds stiffness, heat resistance, and dimensional stability to nylon at a lower cost than carbon fiber nylon, while retaining significantly better impact resistance and toughness.

FDM

+3

Somos® Evolve

Somos Evolve is the perfect material for strong, highly detailed functional prototypes and parts that need to withstand continuous usage.

SLA

+4

HP® MJF Nylon PA11

Multi Jet Fusion PA11, produced by HP, is a bio-derived powder with exceptionally high toughness. This material offers high ductility and impact strength for all applications, especially functional parts.

MJF

+19

High-Temperature Resin

High-temperature resin offers a notably higher heat deflection temperature than standard resin. This makes it a strong choice for heat-resistant mounts, fixtures, and housings that need to hold their shape under sustained heat.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+1

Recycled rPETG

Recycled rPETG reprocesses post-consumer or post-industrial PETG waste into new filament. It offers a sustainable alternative to virgin PETG with comparable strength, toughness, and chemical resistance.

FDM

+14

PEEK

FDM PEEK is a premium engineering thermoplastic that combines exceptional heat resistance, strength, and chemical resistance with genuine biocompatibility. It is used where metal replacement or medical-grade performance is required.

FDM

SLS Nylon PA11

PA11 is a bio-based and temperature-stable material that features a high impact resistance and is commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

SLS

+25

SLS/MJF Polypropylene

Polypropylene is a versatile and durable material, highly suitable for compliant and functional parts.

SLSMJF

+1

Bronze

This classic precious metal is great for antique or modern jewelry and functional parts.

Lost Wax CastingSLM / DMLS

BioMed Resin

BioMed resin is a biocompatible photopolymer certified under ISO 10993 for medical device applications, with specific contact type and duration varying by exact formulation.

SLADLPcDLM+2

Accura® Xtreme

This ultra-tough gray plastic offers outstanding durability, accuracy, and aesthetics.

SLAMSLADLP+1

+4

Rigid Resin

Rigid resin is a glass-reinforced photopolymer that offers a high level of detail, stiffness, and deformation resistance.

SLADLPcDLM+4

Castable Resin

Castable resin is a synthetic photopolymer engineered to burn out cleanly with minimal ash during investment casting. It offers a more affordable alternative to wax-based casting patterns.

DLPSLAMSLA+1

SLS Nylon PA 2200

PA 2200 is a versatile, white nylon 12 powder that offers a balanced profile of high strength, stiffness, and chemical resistance. It is the gold standard for functional SLS prototypes and rugged, end-use industrial components.

SLS

+46

Recycled rPLA

Recycled rPLA reprocesses post-consumer or post-industrial PLA waste into new filament. It offers a more sustainable alternative to virgin PLA with generally similar, though somewhat more variable, mechanical properties.

FDM

+22

Durable Resin

Durable resin is a polypropylene-like photopolymer with low modulus, high elongation, and the highest impact strength of common resin options. It is ideal for pliable parts like living hinges and low-friction moving components.

SLADLPMSLA+2

+7

ULTEM 1010

ULTEM 1010 offer the highest tensile strength and the highest chemical and thermal resistance of any FDM thermoplastic.

FDM

Copper

Copper is a precious metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity.

SLM / DMLSLost Wax Casting

Metal-Filled PLA

Metal-filled PLA is the fusion of standard PLA with metal powder used to provide a metal-textured feeling. Metal-filled PLA is popular with items that do not have functional capabilities, rather an aesthetic appearance.

FDM

ULTEM 9085

ULTEM 9085 is a high-performance thermoplastic with excellent chemical resistance and an extreme level of flame retardancy.

FDM

Figure 4™ HI TEMP 300-AMB

Figure 4™ HI TEMP 300-AMB is a high-performance photopolymer resin with excellent thermal resistance, stiffness, and stability. Its amber translucency makes it suitable for functional prototypes and demanding end-use applications.

DLPHPS

Accura® 25

This is a rigid plastic (Shore 80D) used to simulate and replace traditional CNC-machined polypropylene parts.

DLPSLAMSLA+1

+4

Gold

Gold is a precious metal commonly used for jewelry pieces and unique art designs.

Lost Wax Casting

SLS PEEK

SLS PEEK produces exceptionally strong, lightweight parts with outstanding heat resistance, chemical stability, and dimensional accuracy. It delivers near-thermoplastic-molded properties, ideal for aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

SLS

Glass Fiber PEEK

Glass fiber reinforced PEEK is one of the highest-performance plastics available in the market. It exhibits exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties.

FDM

Lightweight PLA

Lightweight PLA (LW-PLA) is a specialized 3D printing filament that expands up to three times its volume for lighter prints without losing the strength of standard PLA.

FDM

+3

PPSU/PPSF

PPSU is a heat- and chemical-resistant material suited for automotive, aerospace, and plumbing applications.

FDM

Surgical Guide Resin

Formlabs's surgical guide resin is a CE certified, biocompatible material that meets Class I requirements.

SLAMSLADLS+1

HP® 3D HR PA 12 FR, enabled by Evonik

Flame-retardant PA 12 for MJF, offering durability, dimensional stability, and fire compliance for functional and safety-critical parts.

MJF

+19

Alumide

Alumide is made from nylon and aluminum powder, and it produces strong, high-temperature-resistant parts.

SLS

Glass Fiber ULTEM 1010

Glass-fiber reinforced ULTEM 1010 is a robust thermoplastic with excellent strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Glass fibers enhance its stiffness, dimensional stability, and strength-to-weight ratio.

FDM

PEKK

PEKK filament is a high-performance thermoplastic known for excellent thermal and chemical resistance, and mechanical strength. Ideal for aerospace, automotive, and high-tech industries, it excels in demanding environments.

FDM

HP® 3D HR PA 12 W

HP® 3D HR PA 12 W is a high-reusability, white nylon (polyamide 12) designed for durable, functional 3D printed parts with excellent chemical and mechanical resistance.

MJF

+18

420/BR Steel

420/BR steel is a great material for low-cost metal parts of all sizes.

Binder Jetting

+1

Color-Changing PLA

Temperature-based color-changing PLA is ideal for novelty prints.

FDM

SLS Flexible TPE

SLS TPE is a versatile, flexible material known for its rubber-like elasticity, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Common applications are hoses, seals, gaskets, footwear, and medical devices.

SLS

+16

High-Detail Bronze

This high detail version of the classic precious metal is great for parts that have very small sections, such as antique or modern jewelry and functional parts.

High-Detail SLM

Markforged® ADAM Copper

The ADAM 3D printing technology builds parts layer by layer and offer smooth parts with some layering. Copper is a precious metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity.

ADAM

Copper C10100 (OFE, CW009A)

CNC copper 101, also known as Oxygen-Free Electronic (OFE) copper, is a high-purity alloy with 99.99% copper content, providing excellent electrical and thermal conductivity.

CNC

Copper CuCr1Zr (CW106C)

Copper CuCr1Zr is a high-performance copper alloy with superior thermal/electrical conductivity, strength, and high-temperature softening resistance. Ideal for welding electrodes, heat sinks, and rocket components.

CNC

Laser Cutting Woods

Laser cutting is a precise manufacturing process that uses a high-powered laser beam to melt, burn, or vaporize material, creating clean and accurate cuts in various wood types.

Laser Cutting

PEEK (Glass-Filled)

PEEK GF30 produces extremely strong, stiff, and heat-resistant parts with excellent dimensional stability and chemical resistance, ideal for high-performance structural applications.

CNC

PEEK

PEEK is a high-strength, heat-resistant thermoplastic with exceptional chemical resistance, wear resistance, and dimensional stability. Ideal for high-performance components in aerospace, automotive, and medical industries.

CNC

Copper C110 (CW004A)

Copper C110 produces highly conductive, corrosion-resistant parts with excellent thermal and electrical performance. It is ideal for electrical, thermal, and precision components requiring reliable conductivity.

CNC

Copper 360

Copper 360 produces precise, durable parts with excellent machinability, corrosion resistance, and a gold-colored metallic finish. It is ideal for high-volume production of fittings, fasteners, and precision components.

CNC

Bronze C932 (Bearing Bronze, CC493K)

Bronze C932 produces durable, wear-resistant parts with excellent machinability and good corrosion resistance. It is ideal for bushings, bearings, and components requiring low friction and long service life.

CNC

Brass C260 (Cartridge Brass, CW505L)

Brass C260 produces strong, corrosion-resistant parts with excellent formability and an attractive gold-colored finish. It is ideal for precision components, decorative hardware, and electrical applications.

CNC

9-4 Aluminum Bronze (C95400)

9-4 Aluminum Bronze is a strong, wear-resistant copper alloy with excellent corrosion resistance. Ideal for bushings, bearings, gears, and valve components in demanding environments.

CNC

Solid Oak Wood

Solid oak is a durable hardwood ideal for CNC machining. It offers excellent strength, good stability, and a fine finish, making it perfect for furniture, signage, and decorative parts that require both precision and visual appeal.

CNC

Copper C15000

Copper C15000 is a zirconium copper alloy that retains nearly all of pure copper's exceptional electrical conductivity while offering improved strength and resistance to softening at elevated temperatures.

CNC

Copper C17200 (Beryllium Copper, CW101C)

Copper C17200 (Beryllium Copper) is the strongest copper alloy commercially available, reaching tensile strength comparable to steel while retaining useful electrical conductivity, though machining requires strict beryllium dust controls.

CNC

Copper C17510 (Nickel-Beryllium Copper, CW110C)

Copper C17510 (Nickel-Beryllium Copper) trades some of C17200's extreme strength for substantially better electrical conductivity. This makes it the better choice when both performance and conductivity matter more than peak strength alone.

CNC

Copper C18000 (Copper-Nickel-Silicon-Chromium)

Copper C18000 is a beryllium-free alternative to the nickel-beryllium copper family. It offers strong mechanical properties and moderate conductivity.

CNC

Copper C18200 (Chromium Copper)

Copper C18200 (Chromium Copper) combines high electrical conductivity with good strength retention at elevated temperatures. This makes it a strong choice for resistance welding equipment and high-current electrical components.

CNC

Copper C14500 (Tellurium Copper, CW118C)

Copper C14500, also known as tellurium copper, is copper with a small tellurium addition. It offers high electrical and thermal conductivity with mechanical properties similar to pure copper, and is a common choice for machined copper parts.

CNC

PEI ULTEM 2300

ULTEM 2300 produces high-strength, heat-resistant parts with excellent stiffness, dimensional stability, and flame resistance. It is ideal for structural and high-performance engineering applications.

CNC

PEI ULTEM 1000

PEI ULTEM 1000 is a high-strength, heat-resistant thermoplastic ideal for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications. It offers excellent flame resistance, mechanical properties, and dimensional stability.

CNC

Copper C102 (Oxygen-Free Copper, CW008A)

Copper C102 is oxygen-free copper (99.95% minimum) with the same high conductivity as standard copper. It is chosen where purity matters, such as vacuum use and brazed or welded assemblies.

CNC

Material Guide for Orange color

Technology

Category

Manufacturing process

Color (1)

Property

SLS Nylon PA12

PETG

ABS

PLA

HP® MJF Nylon PA12

ASA

Tough Resin

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

Standard Resin

FDM TPU

Aluminum Alloy 6061

High-Detail Resin

Translucent Resin

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

Elastic Resin

Sterling Silver

Flexible Resin

Carbon Fiber PLA

Wood-Filled PLA

PCTG

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

FDM TPE

Plated Brass

Glass Fiber FDM Nylon

Somos® Evolve

HP® MJF Nylon PA11

High-Temperature Resin

Recycled rPETG

PEEK

SLS Nylon PA11

SLS/MJF Polypropylene

Bronze

BioMed Resin

Accura® Xtreme

Rigid Resin

Castable Resin

SLS Nylon PA 2200

Recycled rPLA

Durable Resin

ULTEM 1010

Copper

Metal-Filled PLA

ULTEM 9085

Figure 4™ HI TEMP 300-AMB

Accura® 25

Gold

SLS PEEK

Glass Fiber PEEK

Lightweight PLA

PPSU/PPSF

Surgical Guide Resin

HP® 3D HR PA 12 FR, enabled by Evonik

Alumide

Glass Fiber ULTEM 1010

PEKK

HP® 3D HR PA 12 W

420/BR Steel

Color-Changing PLA

SLS Flexible TPE

High-Detail Bronze

Markforged® ADAM Copper

Copper C10100 (OFE, CW009A)

Copper CuCr1Zr (CW106C)

Laser Cutting Woods

PEEK (Glass-Filled)

PEEK

Copper C110 (CW004A)

Copper 360

Bronze C932 (Bearing Bronze, CC493K)

Brass C260 (Cartridge Brass, CW505L)

9-4 Aluminum Bronze (C95400)

Solid Oak Wood

Copper C15000

Copper C17200 (Beryllium Copper, CW101C)