Materials
Pick the right filament
Not sure what to choose? Select “Other / Not sure” on your request and we'll recommend a material based on how the part will actually be used.
PLA
The default for looks and detail
- strength
- Good
- Heat limit
- ~55 °C
- outdoor
- No
- flex
- Rigid
Best for: Display pieces, decor, prototypes, gifts
Avoid: Hot cars, direct sun, load-bearing outdoor parts
PETG
The everyday workhorse
- strength
- Very good
- Heat limit
- ~75 °C
- outdoor
- Yes
- flex
- Slightly tough
Best for: Functional parts, brackets, outdoor use, moisture contact
Avoid: Very fine miniature detail
ABS
Heat and impact resistance
- strength
- Very good
- Heat limit
- ~95 °C
- outdoor
- Yes
- flex
- Rigid, impact tolerant
Best for: Automotive-adjacent parts, enclosures, parts that get warm
Avoid: Large flat parts with tight tolerances (some warping)
TPU
Flexible and grippy
- strength
- Tear resistant
- Heat limit
- ~70 °C
- outdoor
- Yes
- flex
- Rubber-like
Best for: Gaskets, feet, bumpers, straps, non-slip pads
Avoid: Rigid structural parts
Specialty filaments on request
Carbon-fiber-filled, wood-fill, glow-in-the-dark, silk and high-temp options are available for specific jobs. Mention it in your request and we'll confirm availability and price.
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