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

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

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

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 a perfect choice for strong, detailed functional prototypes and parts that need to withstand stress and strain.

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 low-cost material, best used for visual models, figurines, and prototypes.

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

Carbon Fiber PETG

Carbon fiber PETG is a reinforced composite that adds significant stiffness and dimensional stability to standard PETG, trading some impact resistance for rigidity. It is ideal for parts that need to hold their shape under load.

FDM

High-Detail Resin

High-Detail resin is ideal for printing intricate details, such as small figurines and model cars and trains.

DLPSLAMSLA+4

+40

Translucent Resin

Translucent resin is a high-detail material suitable for prototypes, figurines, and visual models that need to be semi transparent.

SLADLPMSLA+2

+10

Carbon Fiber ASA

Carbon fiber ASA is a reinforced composite that adds stiffness and dimensional stability to standard ASA while retaining its signature UV and weather resistance. It is a strong choice for structural outdoor parts.

FDM

Flexible Resin

Ideal for SLA-printed rubber-like parts featuring a 80A Shore hardness similar to skateboard wheels.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+8

Carbon Fiber PLA

Carbon-reinforced PLA is stronger and stiffer than normal PLA.

FDM

+1

PCTG

PCTG is a thermoplastic polyester that offers a good balance of strength, durability, chemical resistance, and food safety compliance. Its good mechanical properties make it suitable for a wide range of functional and aesthetic applications.

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 printed TPE provides rubber-like flexibility and durability. It is ideal for parts that will be in contact with skin, food or used in resilient environments.

FDM

+18

Somos® Taurus

Somos Taurus has high thermal and mechanical properties along with superior strength, high accuracy, and exceptional surface finish.

SLA

High-Temperature Resin

This material is great for heat-resistant mounts, fixtures, and housings, due to its high heat deflection.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+1

High Definition Full Color

A great material for striking visual models produced in different materials.

PolyJet

Rigid Resin

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

SLADLPcDLM+4

Recycled rPLA

Made from recycled materials, recycled rPLA offers a sustainable alternative to regular PLA.

FDM

+22

Castable Resin

Castable resin is suitable for jewelry and other metal casting.

DLPSLAMSLA+1

Durable Resin

Durable resin has high elongation and impact strength, which makes it ideal for pliable parts like living hinges.

SLADLPMSLA+2

+7

Castable Wax Resin

Castable wax resin is a wax-filled photopolymer optimized for direct investment casting.

SLA

Castable Wax

Castable wax is an optimal material for jewelry and other metal casting.

MJMMJP

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

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

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

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

Material Guide for Purple color

Technology

Category

Manufacturing process

Color (1)

Property

SLS Nylon PA12

PETG

PLA

ABS

HP® MJF Nylon PA12

ASA

Tough Resin

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

Standard Resin

FDM TPU

Carbon Fiber PETG

High-Detail Resin

Translucent Resin

Carbon Fiber ASA

Flexible Resin

Carbon Fiber PLA

PCTG

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

FDM TPE

Somos® Taurus

High-Temperature Resin

High Definition Full Color

Rigid Resin

Recycled rPLA

Castable Resin

Durable Resin

Castable Wax Resin

Castable Wax

SLS Nylon PA 2200

Lightweight PLA

HP® 3D HR PA 12 FR, enabled by Evonik

Alumide

HP® 3D HR PA 12 W