Materials
Filter by class, rank by the property your part actually needs. Ratings are relative within our FDM catalog (a fast first filter, not a datasheet). Every quote includes a material recommendation against your real load case.
Max service temp: ~55 °C
Best for
Prototypes, visual models, low-stress fixtures
Stiff, dimensionally accurate, and economical. Softens at low temperature: not for outdoor or load-bearing use.
Max service temp: ~75 °C
Best for
Functional parts, enclosures, light outdoor use
Tougher than PLA with better temperature and moisture resistance. The default choice for general functional parts.
Max service temp: ~95 °C
Best for
Outdoor components, automotive, UV-exposed parts
UV-stable ABS alternative. Holds color and mechanical properties outdoors where other polymers chalk and crack.
Max service temp: ~90 °C
Best for
Impact-resistant housings, machinable parts
Classic engineering thermoplastic. Good impact strength; can be post-machined, sanded, and vapor-smoothed.
Max service temp: ~80 °C
Best for
Gaskets, grips, dampers, protective covers
Flexible polyurethane (typically 95A). Excellent abrasion resistance and rebound; complex geometries need design review.
Max service temp: ~120 °C
Best for
Gears, hinges, wear surfaces, structural parts
High strength and fatigue resistance with a low-friction surface. Absorbs moisture; annealing and sealing available.
Max service temp: ~140 °C
Best for
Stiff structural parts, brackets, drone and robotics frames
Chopped carbon fiber in a PA matrix. Near-aluminum stiffness-to-weight for many bracket applications at a fraction of the cost.
Need a material that isn't listed? We regularly source engineering polymers for specific requirements: flame retardance, chemical resistance, food contact. Ask in your quote request.
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Tell us the load, the temperature, and the environment. Material recommendation is part of every quote, not a paid extra.