SLS Nylon PA12

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

SLS

+56

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

316L Stainless Steel

316L Stainless Steel is a highly durable alloy known for its corrosion resistance and versatility in both industrial and aesthetic applications.

SLM / DMLSLMMDMP

Aluminum (AlSi10Mg)

This strong and lightweight material features good thermal properties and is widely used for functional metal parts.

SLM / DMLS

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

Titanium

The strongest 3D printable material, titanium offers good dimensional accuracy and fine details.

SLM / DMLSLMM

17-4 PH Stainless Steel

17-4 PH SS is a martensite precipitation-hardened stainless steel with high strength and very good resistance to corrosion.

SLM / DMLSLMMDMP

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

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

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

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

SLSMJF

+16

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

Carbon Fiber PPA

Carbon fiber reinforced PPA is a high-performance 3D printable thermoplastic combining excellent stiffness, heat resistance, and chemical stability, ideal for durable functional parts.

FDM

Nylon-Like Resin

Nylon-like resin offers exceptional strength and impact resistance, making it a favored material in industries such as automotive and aerospace.

MSLASLALCD+3

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

Carbon Fiber Polycarbonate

The addition of the carbon fibers to PC improves its strength, toughness, and temperature resistance.

FDM

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 PMMA

Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), commonly known as acrylic or plexiglass, offers optical clarity and excellent mechanical properties, such as high tensile strength and impact resistance. Additionally it provides chemical- and UV-resistance.

FDM

Maraging Steel

Featuring high strength and hardness, M300 maraging steel is best used for tooling applications.

SLM / DMLS

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

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

GreenTec Pro

GreenTec Pro is a high performance biodegradable material made from 100% natural resources. With a high heat resistance(Up to 160°C) and mechanical stress resistance, the material is ideal for demanding applications.

FDM

GreenTec Pro Carbon

GreenTEC Pro Carbon is a biopolymer made from renewable resources combined with 10% carbon fiber. The material offers high rigidity, very good mechanical properties and an increased temperature resistance.

FDM

PC-ABS

PC-ABS combines the exceptional strength and heat resistance of PC with the flexibility of ABS.

FDM

Rigid Resin

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

SLADLPcDLM+4

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

Food Safe SLS/MJF Nylon PA12

Food Safe Nylon PA12 is a durable and versatile material ideal for food processing tools and products.

SLSMJF

Food Safe Metal Detectable SLS/MJF Nylon PA12

Food Safe X-ray Metal Detectable PA12 is approved as food contact material (FCM) and can be detected by metal detectors and X-ray scanners in a production line, as it contains metal.

SLSMJF

Food Safe 316L Stainless Steel

Food contact safe, offers high hygiene, corrosion resistance, and strength. Performs up to 800°C (1472°F), versatile and easy to clean. Certifications available.

SLM / DMLS

Food Safe Aluminum

Food Safe Aluminum is a type of aluminum that is treated or coated to be safe for use in contact with food. Lightweight, good thermal conductivity, and strength. Performs up to 200°C (392°F), ideal for automotive, aerospace, and industrial uses.

SLM / DMLS

Food Safe Titanium

Food Safe Titanium is food contact safe, hygienic, corrosion resistant, and lightweight. Maintains strength up to 400°C (752°F), robust, non-magnetic, and easy to clean. Certifications available.

LMMSLM / DMLS

High-Detail 316L Steel

High-Detail 316L Stainless Steel offers an incredible level of detail coupled with remarkable strength, and corrosion resistance.

High-Detail SLM

High-Detail 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

High-Detail 17-4 PH Stainless Steel is a superior 3D printing alloy, offering unparalleled detail precision coupled with exceptional mechanical resilience and corrosion resistance.

High-Detail SLM

Carbon Fiber ABS

CF-ABS is made using ABS and 15% high-modulus carbon fiber.

FDM

Accura® Xtreme

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

SLAMSLADLP+1

+4

BASF® Glass Fiber Polypropylene

Glass-filled polypropylene is a tough material with high strength that is also resistant to high temperatures. It is suitable for functional verification of product prototypes.

SLS

PETG-ESD

PETG-ESD combines the mechanical properties of standard PETG with controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges.

FDM

PETG-HT

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

FDM

PMMA

PMMA's strength and toughness makes it great for functional parts and high-quality prototypes, while being relatively affordable.

Binder Jetting

Flame Retardant PETG

Flame retardant PETG combines the mechanical strength and chemical resistance of regular PETG with enhanced fire safety.

FDM

ULTEM 1010

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

FDM

Inconel 718

This nickel-based alloy is exceptional for parts used in high-temperature environments.

SLM / DMLS

Carbon Fiber ULTEM 9085

Carbon-reinforced ULTEM 9085 is stronger and stiffer than normal ULTEM 9085.

FDM

Flame Retardant SLS Nylon PA12

SLS PA2210 FR is a flame-retardant PA12 material, combining strength, chemical resistance, and fire safety, ideal for aerospace, automotive, and electronics applications requiring flame resistance.

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

SLS Nylon PA11 Carbon Fiber

Carbon-filled PA-11 Nylon is stiffer than regular nylon and is best used for applications where a high strength-to-weight ratio is needed.

SLS

Somos® PerFORM

Somos PerFORM is the material of choice for applications that require strong, stiff, temperature-resistant composite parts.

SLA

Flame Retardant Polycarbonate

Flame Retardant PC has improved strength and thermal properties along with a flame retardant level of UL94: V-2. It is ideal for printing strong, functional parts that must withstand heat.

FDM

MBJ 316L Steel

316L Stainless Steel printed with Metal Binder Jetting technology.

Binder Jetting

Nickel-Titanium (NiTi)

Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) is a shape memory alloy with superelasticity, fatigue resistance, and biocompatibility. Its phase transformations enable shape recovery after deformation, making it ideal for medical, aerospace, and robotic uses.

SLM / DMLS

ABS Kevlar

ABS infused with short Kevlar fibres.

FDM

PVC

PVC filament is renowned for its exceptional durability and resistance to moisture. Its versatility and robustness make it a favored option for creating functional prototypes, outdoor signage, and parts that require water-resistant properties.

FDM

MoldJet® 316L Steel

316L Stainless Steel printed with Tritone MoldJet® technology.

MoldJet

LithaCon 3Y 210 ZrO2

LithaCon contains zirconia stabilized with 3 mol% Yttria. Some of the mechanical highlights of these materials are their excellent flexural strength (> 1000 MPa), fracture toughness, resistance to abrasion, and thermal shock resistance.

LCM

Markforged® H13 Tool Steel

Markforged H13 tool steel is an abrasion-resistant, hard material with a good resistance to heat.

FDM

SLS PEKK-CF

PEKK-CF is a high-performance carbon-fiber reinforced thermoplastic suitable for SLS 3D printing, combining excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance for demanding industrial applications.

SLS

BASF® Ultrafuse 316L Steel

Sintered, FDM printed stainless steel is used for strong and functional parts.

FDM

SLS Nylon PA66

Nylon PA66 is known for its strength, rigidity, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for automotive, aerospace, and industrial use cases.

SLS

SLS PK

SLS PK is a lightweight engineering thermoplastic with good chemical resistance, toughness, and low moisture absorption. In its as-sintered finish, it has a matte white to off-white surface with a slightly rough texture.

SLS

Figure 4® High Temp 150 °C FR Black

Figure 4® High Temp 150 °C FR Black is a flame-retardant material with high thermal stability and rigidity. Parts have a smooth black surface finish and are ideal for functional applications requiring heat and flame resistance.

DLP

Figure 4® RUBBER-BLK 10

Figure 4® RUBBER-BLK 10 is a flexible, durable material with rubber-like properties. Parts feature a smooth black finish and excellent tear resistance, ideal for seals, gaskets, and other elastomeric applications.

DLP

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

BASF® Ultracur3D® RG 3280

BASF® Ultracur3D® RG 3280 is a ceramic-filled resin designed for functional 3D printing. It offers high stiffness, excellent heat resistance, and a smooth white finish, making it ideal for durable prototypes and demanding end-use parts.

DLPLCDHPS

BASF® Ultracur3D® EL 60

Ultracur3D® EL 60 is a flexible, clear resin with excellent elasticity, tear resistance, and durability. It combines rubber-like performance with high accuracy, making it suitable for functional prototypes and industrial parts.

DLPLCDHPS

Nylon PA12 CCF

PA12 CCF is a is a co-extruded material consisting of nylon PA12 with a composite of nylon & continuous carbon fibers. This unique combination gives the finished part a smooth surface along with high strength, toughness, and durability.

CFC

SLS Glass-Filled Nylon PA6

SLS Glass-Filled Nylon PA6 is a glass-fiber-reinforced nylon with exceptional stiffness, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. The material’s matte surface makes it ideal for strong, durable, and thermally stable functional parts.

SLS

SLS Nylon PA6 Carbon Fiber

SLS PA6 Carbon Fiber parts offer high stiffness, excellent dimensional stability, and improved heat resistance. The carbon fiber reinforcement is ideal for strong functional components and demanding engineering applications.

SLS

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

Rigid Polyurethane

Rigid Polyurethane is very stiff and strong with material properties that outperform ABS plastic and rivals Nylon. This material is perfect for mechanical parts that need to be tough, heat-resistant, and abrasion-resistant.

DLS

HP® MJF Multicolor

A great material for striking visual models.

MJF

Nylon PA12 CBF

PA12 CBF is a co-extruded material consisting of nylon PA12 with a composite of nylon and continuous basalt fibers. This unique combination gives the finished part a smooth surface along with strength, toughness, and durability.

CFC

PETG CCF

PETG CCF is a co-extruded material consisting of Clear PETG with a composite of PETG & continuous carbon fibers. This unique combination results in a part with 20 times the tensile strength of PETG with a smooth translucent finish.

CFC

VisiJet® M2S-HT90

VisiJet® M2S-HT90 is a strong and rigid material for applications requiring temperature resistance and/or rigidity, ideal for rapid tooling, under the hood parts, enclosures and housings

MJP

BASF® Ultrafuse 17-4 PH Steel

Sintered, FDM printed stainless steel is used for strong and functional parts.

FDM

Aluminum 6061

Aluminum 6061 is a strong, lightweight alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and good machinability. Ideal for aerospace, automotive, and general-purpose CNC-milled parts.

Material Guide for Strong property

Technology

Category

Manufacturing process

Color

Property (1)

SLS Nylon PA12

HP® MJF Nylon PA12

316L Stainless Steel

Aluminum (AlSi10Mg)

PETG

Tough Resin

Titanium

17-4 PH Stainless Steel

PLA+ (Tough PLA)

SLS/MJF Glass-Filled Nylon PA12

Carbon Fiber PETG

FDM Nylon

SLS/MJF Flexible TPU

Aluminum Alloy 6061

Carbon Fiber PPA

Nylon-Like Resin

Recycled rPETG

Somos® Evolve

Carbon Fiber Polycarbonate

PCTG

FDM PMMA

Maraging Steel

HP® 3D HR PA 12 S, enabled by Arkema

Glass Fiber FDM Nylon

GreenTec Pro

GreenTec Pro Carbon

PC-ABS

Rigid Resin

Carbon Fiber ASA

Glass Fiber ASA

Food Safe SLS/MJF Nylon PA12

Food Safe Metal Detectable SLS/MJF Nylon PA12

Food Safe 316L Stainless Steel

Food Safe Aluminum

Food Safe Titanium

High-Detail 316L Steel

High-Detail 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

Carbon Fiber ABS

Accura® Xtreme

BASF® Glass Fiber Polypropylene

PETG-ESD

PETG-HT

PMMA

Flame Retardant PETG

ULTEM 1010

Inconel 718

Carbon Fiber ULTEM 9085

Flame Retardant SLS Nylon PA12

Glass Fiber ULTEM 1010

SLS Nylon PA11 Carbon Fiber

Somos® PerFORM

Flame Retardant Polycarbonate

MBJ 316L Steel

Nickel-Titanium (NiTi)

ABS Kevlar

PVC

MoldJet® 316L Steel

LithaCon 3Y 210 ZrO2

Markforged® H13 Tool Steel

SLS PEKK-CF

BASF® Ultrafuse 316L Steel

SLS Nylon PA66

SLS PK

Figure 4® High Temp 150 °C FR Black

Figure 4® RUBBER-BLK 10

Figure 4™ HI TEMP 300-AMB

BASF® Ultracur3D® RG 3280

BASF® Ultracur3D® EL 60

Nylon PA12 CCF

SLS Glass-Filled Nylon PA6

SLS Nylon PA6 Carbon Fiber

SLS PEEK

Rigid Polyurethane

HP® MJF Multicolor