More than 20 options
3D printing materials: from PLA to carbon fibre
These are the 13 materials you can quote online instantly by uploading your STL file. Not sure which one fits? We advise you at no cost based on mechanical strength, working temperature and the end use of your part.
| Material | Best for | Mechanical strength (X-Y / Z) | Heat resistance (°C) | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLA | Prototypes, models and form validation. The most economical, with the best surface detail. | Medium | 60 °C | — |
| PETG | General-purpose functional parts and light tooling; good chemical and moisture resistance. | Medium | 78 °C | — |
| ABS | Housings and mechanical parts; can be sanded and machined afterwards. | Medium-high | 100 °C | — |
| ASA | Outdoor parts: stable against UV and weathering. | Medium-high | 103 °C | — |
| PC | Stiff parts with temperature demands; among the toughest in FDM. | High | 111 °C | — |
| Nylon (PA) | Gears, bushings and parts under friction; very tough and wear-resistant. | High | 111 °C | — |
| PP | Living hinges, containers and parts needing chemical and fatigue resistance. | Medium | Medium | — |
| PC-CF | Carbon-fibre polycarbonate: maximum stiffness and thermal stability for demanding tooling. | High | High | — |
| PETG-CF | Fibre-stiffened PETG with a matte finish; rigid parts that print easily. | Medium-high | 68.6 °C | — |
| PA-CF | Carbon-fibre nylon: very stiff and lightweight, for demanding tooling and functional parts. | High | 215 °C | — |
| PVB | Aesthetic parts: polishes to a translucent, glossy finish. | Medium | 68 °C | — |
| Flex (TPU/TPE) | Gaskets, dampers, grips and flexible protective parts. | Elastic | Low | — |
| CPE | Engineering copolyester: chemical resistance and dimensional stability. | Medium | Medium | — |
Indicative ratings under typical FDM printing conditions: the final result depends on geometry, orientation and print settings. Heat-resistance figures are the heat deflection temperature (HDT, ISO 75 at 0.45 MPa) from the filament manufacturer's data sheet; materials without a figure show a qualitative rating. See the exact price of your part instantly in the quote tool; minimum order €20 + VAT, shipping not included.
Basic prototyping materials: PLA and PETG
PLA and PETG cover most rapid prototyping work: design iterations, form and fit validation, scale models and general-purpose functional parts. PLA is the most economical with the best surface detail; PETG adds toughness, moisture resistance and better outdoor behaviour.
Engineering materials: ABS, ASA, PC, Nylon and PP
For parts that really work. ABS and ASA withstand more heat than PLA (and ASA is also UV- and weather-stable). Nylon (PA) 3D printing is the reference for gears, bushings and parts under friction. PP resists chemicals and fatigue (living hinges, containers). Polycarbonate (PC) is among the stiffest, most heat-resistant options in FDM.
Carbon fibre 3D printing: PA-CF, PETG-CF and PC-CF
Carbon-fibre composites produce parts noticeably stiffer and more dimensionally stable than their base material, at a similar density. They are the usual choice for tooling, fixtures, machine brackets and components that need to be both stiff and lightweight.
Specialty materials: PVB, Flex (TPU/TPE) and CPE
PVB can be polished to a translucent, glossy finish for aesthetic and display parts. Flex (TPU/TPE) is elastic: gaskets, damping, grips and protective parts. CPE is an engineering copolyester with good chemical resistance and dimensional stability.
Which material shall we print your part in?
Upload your STL, pick a material and see the estimated price in seconds. We confirm the final price within 24 h and, after payment, ship within 72 h via Correos to Spain, Portugal and France.
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