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Materials

Choose the right material for the job.

We specialise in FDM 3D printing for prototypes and functional parts. Below is a quick guide to the materials we offer — and what each one is best used for.

Quick recommendation
General use
PETG
Strong, reliable, good outdoors (limited)
Flexible
TPU
Grip, gaskets, bumpers, dampers
Outdoor / UV
ASA
Best choice for long-term outdoor parts
High strength / heat
PC
Engineering-grade, toughest option

Materials we offer

Click a material to jump to details, common uses, and what to consider.

PLA / PLA+

Best for detailed prototypes, display parts, jigs and low-stress components.

Why choose PLA?

  • Excellent surface finish and sharp detail
  • Low warp risk and stable dimensions
  • Good for fit-check prototypes

Ideal uses

  • Prototype enclosures (indoor)
  • Light-load brackets
  • Display models and fixtures

Considerations

  • Lower heat resistance
  • More brittle than PETG for impacts

PETG

The “do most things well” material: strong, durable and reliable.

Why choose PETG?

  • Tougher than PLA
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Slight flex without snapping

Ideal uses

  • Functional brackets
  • Outdoor parts (short/medium term)
  • Housings and clips

Considerations

  • Slightly less crisp detail than PLA
  • Can show stringing on fine features

TPU

Flexible, grippy and impact-resistant — ideal for parts that absorb shock.

Why choose TPU?

  • Rubber-like flexibility
  • Excellent wear resistance
  • Great layer adhesion

Ideal uses

  • Gaskets and seals
  • Phone mounts and grips
  • Protective corners

Considerations

  • Fine details softer than rigid plastics
  • Very thin walls may feel floppy

ABS

Tough and heat-resistant with great finishing options.

Why choose ABS?

  • Good impact toughness
  • Better heat resistance than PLA
  • Can be sanded and finished

Ideal uses

  • Enclosures near heat
  • Durable housings
  • Parts needing finishing

Considerations

  • Needs good geometry to avoid warping
  • Not ideal for long-term UV exposure

ASA

Our top pick for outdoor parts with strong UV resistance.

Why choose ASA?

  • Excellent UV resistance
  • Strong and impact resistant
  • Great for outdoor components

Ideal uses

  • Outdoor brackets
  • Vehicle accessories
  • External housings

Considerations

  • Similar design needs to ABS
  • Slightly higher cost

PC (Polycarbonate)

Engineering-grade strength and heat resistance.

Why choose PC?

  • Very high impact resistance
  • Excellent heat performance
  • Ideal for critical components

Ideal uses

  • Engineering brackets
  • High-stress housings
  • Heat exposed parts

Considerations

  • Premium material
  • Some geometries may need adjustment

Not sure which material you need?

Send your file and what the part does. We’ll recommend the best option.

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