PLAHDT ~55°C
Polylactic acid · standard & PLA+
Concept models, display pieces, fit checks, signage and multi-color consumer products.
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Proven materials. Proven results.
Choosing the material is one of the most important calls in additive manufacturing. We test every material in-house for real-world performance; a manufacturer's claim alone doesn't get it onto our approved list.
Vetting criteria
Eight tests before a material makes the list.
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Dimensional stability
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Layer adhesion
03
Strength-to-weight
04
Heat resistance
05
UV resistance
06
Impact resistance
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Surface finish
08
Long-term durability
Approved portfolio
Find the right material.
Ratings are relative within our portfolio (5 = best). HDT values are approximate and vary by grade and print orientation. Ask us for a recommendation for your application.
PLA-CFHDT ~60°C
Carbon-fiber reinforced PLA
Stiff, matte jigs and brackets and lightweight structural parts that need to hold their dimensions.
PETGHDT ~70°C
Polyethylene terephthalate glycol
Functional parts, mechanical housings, food-adjacent containers and durable everyday components.
PETG-CFHDT ~75°C
Carbon-fiber reinforced PETG
Rigid fixtures, tooling and mounts that need low warp and a premium matte finish.
ABSHDT ~95°C
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
Automotive interiors, enclosures and heat-exposed parts. Can be sanded, painted and vapor-smoothed.
ASAHDT ~95°C
Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate
Outdoor-grade parts that resist UV: signage, exterior mounts, holiday lighting hardware and automotive exteriors.
PAHDT ~80°C+
Nylon (polyamide)
Gears, hinges, snap fits and wear parts. Tough, with low friction and good fatigue resistance.
PA-CF / PA-GFHDT ~150°C+
Carbon & glass-filled nylon
High-performance jigs, end-of-arm tooling and structural brackets. Can stand in for some machined parts.
PCHDT ~115°C
Polycarbonate
High-impact, high-temperature functional parts, protective covers and engineering validation.
TPUHDT ~60°C
Thermoplastic polyurethane
Gaskets, seals, grips, bumpers, protective sleeves and anything that has to flex.
PVA / HIPSHDT n/a
Soluble support materials
Dissolvable supports for complex internal geometry, moving assemblies and pristine surfaces.
Standard ResinHDT ~50°C
MSLA photopolymer
Miniatures, jewelry masters, dental and display models with near-invisible layer lines.
ABS-like ResinHDT ~60°C
Tough engineering photopolymer
High-detail functional prototypes and small precision parts that need more toughness.
Castable ResinHDT n/a
Burn-out resin for investment casting
Jewelry and small-metal casting patterns with clean, ash-free burnout.
Flexible ResinHDT ~45°C
Elastomeric photopolymer
Soft-touch, high-detail prototypes, seals and overmold simulations.
Material handling
Dry filament makes better parts.
Moisture causes weak layers, stringing and dimensional drift. Every spool is professionally dried before it goes on a machine, on every job, whatever the material, and stays dry while it prints. Lots are tracked so batches stay consistent from one reorder to the next.
- Sunlu / Insologic IQ 10 dehumidifying machines
- Sunlu S4 drying units and 3 kg SP2 drying units
- Multiple Bambu Lab AMS and AMS 2 units with heating, keeping filament dry while it prints
- 4+ Bambu Lab AMS HT units
- 8 Elegoo H1 HT filament dryers (up to 85°C)
Custom and specialty materials are available on request. Depending on sourcing and specifications, extra cost and lead time may apply.
Drying station · live profile
PLA / PLA-CF50°C · 6h
PETG / PETG-CF65°C · 6h
ABS / ASA80°C · 6h
PA / PA-CF / PA-GF80°C · 8–12h
PC80°C · 8h
TPU55°C · 6h
StatusAll lots verified dry
Not sure which material?
Tell us what the part has to survive: heat, load, UV, flex or chemicals. We'll recommend a validated material.