Popular
PLA
Polylactic Acid

The most widely used FDM material. Easy to print, available in a wide range of colors, and great for prototypes, display models, and any part that doesn't need to handle heat or heavy loads.

Heat deflection
~52°C
Tensile strength
~60 MPa
Density
1.24 g/cm³
Elongation
6%
Best valueBiodegradableDisplay modelsPrototypes
PETG
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol

Strong, moisture-resistant, and easy to print. A big step up from PLA in durability without being difficult to work with. Our most popular material for functional enclosures and production parts.

Heat deflection
~70°C
Tensile strength
~50 MPa
Density
1.27 g/cm³
Elongation
50%
Functional partsChemical resistantLow warp
ABS
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

Durable, impact-resistant, and handles higher temperatures than PLA. Sandable and compatible with acetone smoothing for a near-injection-molded surface finish.

Heat deflection
~98°C
Tensile strength
~40 MPa
Density
1.04 g/cm³
Elongation
8%
Heat resistantSandableAcetone smoothing
ASA
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate

The outdoor-rated version of ABS. UV-stable, weatherproof, and color-fast. Use it when your part lives outside or in sunlight and needs to hold its shape and color over time.

Heat deflection
~100°C
Tensile strength
~48 MPa
Density
1.07 g/cm³
UV resistance
Excellent
Outdoor useUV resistantColor stable
PC
Polycarbonate

One of the toughest thermoplastics available. Exceptional impact strength, very high heat resistance, and optionally transparent. Used in demanding structural and thermal applications.

Heat deflection
~147°C
Tensile strength
~55 MPa
Density
1.20 g/cm³
Impact strength
Very high
High tempImpact resistantOptical clarity
Nylon (PA12)
Polyamide 12

High strength, flexible, and wear-resistant. The go-to for mechanical parts under repeated stress. Excellent fatigue resistance and a naturally self-lubricating surface make it ideal for gears, snap-fits, and hinges.

Heat deflection
~110°C
Tensile strength
~50 MPa
Density
1.12 g/cm³
Elongation
35%
Wear resistantFatigue resistantSelf-lubricating
Engineering
PH-HT
High-Temperature Polyamide

Designed for continuous use at elevated temperatures where standard nylons and ABS would deform. Used in engine bays, industrial tooling, and applications that see prolonged heat exposure.

Heat deflection
>150°C
Tensile strength
~85 MPa
Density
1.14 g/cm³
Thermal stability
Excellent
High tempIndustrialTooling
Engineering
PPS
Polyphenylene Sulfide

A premium industrial-grade polymer with outstanding chemical resistance and thermal stability. Used in chemical processing equipment, electrical components, and parts exposed to harsh solvents.

Heat deflection
>200°C
Tensile strength
~70 MPa
Density
1.35 g/cm³
Chemical resistance
Excellent
Chemical resistantExtreme heatIndustrial grade
PLA-CF
Carbon Fiber Reinforced PLA

PLA with chopped carbon fiber for increased stiffness and a distinctive matte black finish. Rigid and lightweight. Great for brackets, housings, and visual parts that need structural rigidity without the complexity of engineering nylons.

Heat deflection
~65°C
Tensile modulus
~6.5 GPa
Density
1.18 g/cm³
Finish
Matte black
StiffLightweightMatte finish
PETG-CF
Carbon Fiber Reinforced PETG

PETG's chemical resistance and toughness combined with carbon fiber stiffness. Dimensionally stable and moisture-resistant. A practical choice for industrial enclosures and functional structural parts.

Heat deflection
~80°C
Tensile modulus
~7.5 GPa
Density
1.20 g/cm³
Chemical resistance
Good
StiffChemical resistantDimensional stability
PET-CF
Carbon Fiber Reinforced PET

Superior stiffness and dimensional stability. Ideal for structural enclosures and industrial components that need to hold tight tolerances under mechanical load.

Heat deflection
~85°C
Tensile modulus
~8.0 GPa
Density
1.22 g/cm³
Warping
Very low
Tight tolerancesStructural
High Performance
Nylon-CF
Carbon Fiber Reinforced PA6

Maximum stiffness-to-weight ratio in an FDM material. Carbon fiber reinforced nylon delivers exceptional mechanical performance for aerospace brackets, UAV frames, and high-load structural components.

Heat deflection
~180°C
Tensile modulus
~8.2 GPa
Density
1.10 g/cm³
CTE
Very low
Aerospace gradeMax stiffnessLightweight
High Performance
PAHT-CF
High-Temp Carbon Fiber Nylon

Carbon fiber reinforced high-temperature nylon combining extreme stiffness with thermal resistance well above standard nylons. Used in under-hood automotive parts, tooling, and performance engineering applications.

Heat deflection
>200°C
Tensile modulus
~10 GPa
Density
1.14 g/cm³
Creep resistance
Excellent
Extreme heatMax stiffnessAutomotive
PC-CF
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate's exceptional impact strength combined with carbon fiber stiffness. Tough and rigid at the same time. Suited for parts that need to survive high impacts without cracking under mechanical load.

Heat deflection
~155°C
Tensile modulus
~7.8 GPa
Density
1.22 g/cm³
Impact strength
Very high
Impact resistantStiffHigh temp
Popular
TPU 95A
Thermoplastic Polyurethane 95A

Semi-flexible with excellent impact and abrasion resistance. The most versatile TPU for functional parts. Good for grips, gaskets, protective covers, and parts that need some give without being fully soft.

Shore hardness
95A
Elongation
580%
Tensile strength
~40 MPa
Abrasion resistance
Excellent
FlexibleGasketsGrips
TPU 90A
Thermoplastic Polyurethane 90A

Softer and more flexible than 95A. Closer to a medium-durometer rubber. Use it when parts need to compress, conform, or flex significantly under load while remaining tough and tear-resistant.

Shore hardness
90A
Elongation
620%
Tensile strength
~32 MPa
Compression set
Low
Softer flexSealsWearables
TPU 85A
Thermoplastic Polyurethane 85A

The softest TPU we carry. Very rubber-like, with high elongation and excellent tear strength. Suited for soft-touch overlays, shoe insoles, compliant mechanisms, and parts that need maximum flex.

Shore hardness
85A
Elongation
650%
Tensile strength
~28 MPa
Tear resistance
Excellent
Soft touchMax flexCompliant parts
Support
PVA
Polyvinyl Alcohol

Water-soluble support material for multi-material prints. Dissolves completely in water with no scraping or manual removal. Allows complex geometries and internal cavities that would otherwise be unprintable.

Solubility
Water
Compatible with
PLA, PETG
Surface finish
Very smooth
Removal time
1 to 8 hrs
Water solubleComplex geometryClean finish
Support
Breakaway
Breakaway Support Material

A support material designed for clean, easy manual removal. No solvents or long soaking times. Snaps away cleanly from the model surface with minimal post-processing. Good for larger overhangs and faster jobs.

Removal
Manual snap
Compatible with
PLA, PETG, ABS
Surface finish
Good
Post-processing
Minimal
Fast removalNo solventsOverhangs
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