3D Printing Materials

Compare filament materials to find the right one for your project — from beginner-friendly PLA to high-performance engineering plastics.

PLA

Beginner

The most popular material. Easy to print, low warping, biodegradable.

PLA+

Beginner

Enhanced PLA — stronger, less brittle. A great all-rounder upgrade.

PETG

Intermediate

Strong, flexible, chemical-resistant. Best all-around material.

Good strength & flexibility

Chemical resistance

Prone to stringing

View PETG guide

TPU

Intermediate

Flexible filament for rubber-like parts — phone cases, gaskets, and more.

Highly flexible

Impact resistant

Tricky to print (Bowden)

View TPU guide

ABS

Advanced

Heat-resistant and impact-tough. Requires an enclosure.

Heat resistant (~100°C)

Impact resistant

Warps significantly

View ABS guide

ASA

Advanced

UV-resistant ABS replacement. Perfect for outdoor use.

UV resistant

Better weathering than ABS

Needs enclosure

View ASA guide

Nylon (PA)

Advanced

Extremely strong and wear-resistant engineering material.

High tensile strength

Excellent wear resistance

Very hygroscopic

View Nylon (PA) guide

PC

Expert

Polycarbonate — extremely strong, heat-resistant engineering material.

Highest impact strength

Heat resistant (~130°C)

Needs very high temps (260–310°C)

View PC guide

CF Nylon

Expert

Carbon Fiber reinforced Nylon — exceptional stiffness and strength.

Exceptional stiffness

Lightweight

Abrasive — needs hardened nozzle

View CF Nylon guide