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

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

SLS/MJF Glass-Filled Nylon PA12

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

SLSMJF

+8

High-Detail Resin

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

DLPSLAMSLA+4

+40

Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate (PC) is an engineering-grade plastic with the highest heat resistance and impact strength of common FDM materials, and it is ideal for demanding functional parts and prototypes.

FDM

+3

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

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

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

SLSMJF

+16

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

FDM Nylon

FDM nylon is a tough, wear-resistant engineering plastic known for high impact resistance, low friction, and the ability to flex repeatedly without cracking, all of which make it ideal for functional, moving parts.

FDM

+3

Elastic Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+3

Brass

Brass is a versatile material that is great for jewelry prototypes and final parts.

Lost Wax CastingSLM / DMLS

Flexible Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+3

+8

Wood-Filled PLA

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

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

Plated Brass

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

Lost Wax Casting

Somos® Evolve

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

SLA

+4

High-Temperature Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+3

+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

Accura® ClearVue

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

DLPSLAMSLA+1

Recycled rPETG

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

FDM

+14

SLS/MJF Polypropylene

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

SLSMJF

+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

Accura® Xtreme

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

SLAMSLADLP+1

+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

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

Durable Resin

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

SLADLPMSLA+2

+7

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

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

SLS Nylon PA6

Nylon PA6 is a strong and heat-resistant material commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

SLS

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

PHA

PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) filament is a biodegradable type of plastic used in 3D printing, made through the fermentation of plant sugars by bacteria. It a great choice for applications that require biodegradability.

FDM

Gold

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

Lost Wax Casting

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

PVB

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

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

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

420/BR Steel

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

Binder Jetting

+1

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

iglidur® I190-PF

High-strength, wear-resistant material for low-friction, dry-running parts. Ideal for bushings, gliding elements, and motion components in automation and machinery.

FDM

Brass H59

Brass H59 is a copper-zinc alloy with good strength, machinability, and corrosion resistance. It’s commonly used for fittings, decorative parts, and precision-machined components.

CNC

Brass C360

Brass C360 is a highly machinable alloy with excellent corrosion resistance, ideal for precision parts like connectors, fittings, and gears in automotive, electrical, and industrial applications.

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

Nylon PA6

Nylon PA6 is a durable, wear-resistant thermoplastic with excellent impact strength, low friction, and good machinability. Ideal for precision mechanical components like gears, bushings, and automotive parts.

CNC

VisiJet® M2R-TN

VisiJet® M2R-TN parts have a durable, tan-colored finish with excellent impact resistance and dimensional accuracy. Ideal for functional prototypes and mechanical components, they offer high performance straight from the printer.

MJP

Material Guide for Yellow 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

Aluminum Alloy 6061

SLS/MJF Glass-Filled Nylon PA12

High-Detail Resin

Polycarbonate

Translucent Resin

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

Carbon Fiber ASA

FDM Nylon

Elastic Resin

Brass

Flexible Resin

Wood-Filled PLA

PCTG

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

FDM TPE

Plated Brass

Somos® Evolve

High-Temperature Resin

HP® MJF Nylon PA11

Accura® ClearVue

Recycled rPETG

SLS/MJF Polypropylene

SLS Nylon PA11

Accura® Xtreme

Recycled rPLA

Castable Resin

Glass Fiber ASA

Durable Resin

FDM Polypropylene

HIPS

SLS Nylon PA6

SLS Nylon PA 2200

PHA

Gold

Accura® 25

PET

PVB

Lightweight PLA

HP® 3D HR PA 12 FR, enabled by Evonik

Alumide

HP® 3D HR PA 12 W

420/BR Steel

SLS Flexible TPE

iglidur® I190-PF

Brass H59

Brass C360

Laser Cutting Woods

Nylon PA6

VisiJet® M2R-TN