SLS Nylon PA12

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

SLS

+56

PLA

PLA is a low-cost plastic, perfect 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

Standard Resin

Standard resin is a low-cost material, best used for visual models, figurines, and prototypes.

SLADLPMSLA+3

+59

PETG

PETG, widely used for durable and functional parts, combines strength, chemical resistance, and low cost.

FDM

+51

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

ABS

ABS is a durable and versatile material with good impact and chemical resistance. It is great for functional parts and prototypes.

FDM

+51

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

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

FDM

+39

ASA

ASA is a strong and UV-resistant material that works great in outdoor applications.

FDM

+39

FDM TPU

FDM-printed TPU is great for producing flexible parts and prototypes, such as casings and shock absorbers.

FDM

+42

High-Detail Resin

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

DLPSLAMSLA+4

+40

SLS/MJF Glass-Filled Nylon PA12

Glass-filled Nylon is great for functional parts that require strength and rigidity.

SLSMJF

+8

Carbon Fiber PETG

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

FDM

FDM Nylon

Nylon (Polyamide) is great for functional parts and prototypes due to its toughness and resistance to temperature & impact.

FDM

+3

Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is an industrial-grade thermoplastic with high heat resistance and high strength.

FDM

+3

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

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

SLSMJF

+16

Carbon Fiber PLA

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

FDM

+1

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

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

Recycled rPLA

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

FDM

+22

Recycled rPETG

Made from recycled materials, recycled rPETG offers a sustainable alternative to regular PETG.

FDM

+14

Somos® Evolve

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

SLA

+4

Elastic Resin

This elastic resin with a Shore 50A-65A hardness is perfect for prototyping silicone-like parts.

SLADLPMSLA+3

Flexible Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+3

+8

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

FDM PEBA

PEBA is a high-performance flexible material that combines the strength of nylon with the elasticity of rubber. It is characterized by its ultra-lightweight structure and a "high rebound" effect, delivering up to 85% energy return for dynamic parts.

FDM

Wood-Filled PLA

Wood-filled PLA is the fusion of standard PLA and wood fiber used to create a wood-textured feel.

FDM

+1

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

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

HIPS

HIPS is a material blend of polystyrene plastic and polybutadiene rubber. The mixture of these polymers results in a material that is both tough and resistant to impact.

FDM

Glass Fiber FDM Nylon

Glass-fiber reinforced Nylon is a strong and chemical resistant material, commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

FDM

+3

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

Carbon Fiber ASA

Carbon-fiber Reinforced ASA (CF-ASA) offers high strength, rigidity, and UV resistance compared to standard ASA. It's an excellent choice for for mechanically highly stressed components.

FDM

Glass Fiber ASA

Glass Fiber ASA enhances standard ASA with glass fiber reinforcement, offering greater stiffness, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. It resists UV and weathering, making it ideal for outdoor and structural applications.

FDM

High-Temperature Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+3

+1

FDM Polypropylene

Polypropylene is a versatile and durable material, highly suitable for compliant and functional parts. The FDM technology provides a cheaper alternative to SLS or MJF printed parts.

FDM

+3

Accura® Xtreme

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

SLAMSLADLP+1

+4

Accura® ClearVue

This high-clarity plastic has excellent humidity and moisture resistance and is ideal for a multitude of applications.

DLPSLAMSLA+1

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

Durable Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+2

+7

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

PVB

PVB filament is flexible, strong, and offers excellent transparency and a smooth finish, ideal for glossy, impact-resistant 3D prints.

FDM

PETG-HT

PETG-HT is an enhanced version of PETG, specifically designed to withstand high temperatures and exhibit excellent mechanical properties.

FDM

Castable Resin

Castable resin is suitable for jewelry and other metal casting.

DLPSLAMSLA+1

Alumide

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

SLS

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

Gold

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

Lost Wax Casting

Castable Wax

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

MJMMJP

Accura® 25

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

DLPSLAMSLA+1

+4

PET

PET 3D prints offer a strong balance of toughness, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability. The material produces durable parts with good layer adhesion and a semi-gloss surface finish.

FDM

Material Guide for Red color

Technology

Category

Manufacturing process

Color (1)

Property

SLS Nylon PA12

PLA

HP® MJF Nylon PA12

Standard Resin

PETG

Tough Resin

ABS

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

ASA

FDM TPU

High-Detail Resin

SLS/MJF Glass-Filled Nylon PA12

Carbon Fiber PETG

FDM Nylon

Polycarbonate

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

Carbon Fiber PLA

Translucent Resin

FDM TPE

Recycled rPLA

Recycled rPETG

Somos® Evolve

Elastic Resin

Flexible Resin

PCTG

FDM PEBA

Wood-Filled PLA

HP® MJF Nylon PA11

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

HIPS

Glass Fiber FDM Nylon

Lightweight PLA

Carbon Fiber ASA

Glass Fiber ASA

High-Temperature Resin

FDM Polypropylene

Accura® Xtreme

Accura® ClearVue

SLS Nylon PA11

Durable Resin

SLS Flexible TPE

PVB

PETG-HT

Castable Resin

Alumide

HP® 3D HR PA 12 FR, enabled by Evonik

Gold

Castable Wax

Accura® 25

PET