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3D Printing Materials

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There are many materials available for FDM/FFF 3D printing, a compact overview based on Kimya Materials (2020 Catalog) and other sources:

Printing Settings

ext temp
°C
bed temp
°C
chamber temp
°C
print speed
mm/s
bed surface
must dry
Y/N
drying
glass temp
Tg
°C
melt temp
Tf
°C
max temp
°C
ABS CARBON250-270 (260)90-110 (100)Without 70-8040-70 (50)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h100N/A90
ABS KEVLAR250-270 (260)90-110 (100)Without or 7040-70 (50)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h100N/A90
ABS-ESD Natural260100Without or 7040Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h107-90
ABS-S250-270 (260)85-100 (90)Without or 7020 - 60 (50)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h107-90
ASA-S240-260 (250)90-100 (95)Without or 7020 - 60 (50)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h108-90
HIPS-R250-290 (270)60-110 (85)-20-70 (60)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h97N/A85
PC-S280-320 (295)100-120 (105)Without or 7040-70 (45)Glass + adhesive product (dimafix)NO120°C / 4h140-140
PEBA-S210-260 (240)70-90 (85)-20-60 (44)Glass + blue tape or PEI + blue tapeYES80°C / 2-4h-149100
PEI-1010360-400140-170100-12010-40Glass or PEIYES120°C / 4-6h215N/A200
PEI-9085350-380120-160100-12020-35Glass or PEIYES120°C / 4-6h217N/A170
PEKK CARBON350-390110-150Without or up to 12020-40Glass + PET tapeYES120°C / 4h160300150
PEKK-A350-400110-170Without or up to 12020-40Glass + PET tapeYES120°C / 4h159308150
PETG CARBON220-26060-100Without 70-8040-70 (50)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI + blue tapeNO65°C / 2-4h76N/A80
PETG-S195-230 (225)35-60 (60)-40-70 (50)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI + blue tapeNO65°C / 2-4h80N/A70
PLA-HI190-210 (200)20-60 (60)-40-150 (50)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI or BuildtakNO65°C / 2-4h6015655
PLA-R190-210 (200)20-60 (60)-40-150 (50)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI or BuildtakNO65°C / 2-4h6115055
PLA-S190-210 (200)20-60 (60)-40-150 (50)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI or BuildtakNO65°C / 2-4h6015555
PPSU-S360-400140-170100-12015-30Glass or PEIYES120°C / 4h220N/A180
PS200-260 (250)60-100 (95)-40-150 (50)Glass + adhesive product or PEINO80°C / 2-4h96N/A85
TPC-91A230-270 (260)60-85 (60)-20-60 (44)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI + blue tapeNO80°C / 2-4hN/A159125
TPC-ESD230-270 (260)60-85 (60)-20-60 (44)Glass + blue tape or PEI + blue tapeNO80°C / 2-4h-160125
TPU-92A210-250 (225)60-90 (85)-20-70 (25)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI + blue tapeYES80°C / 2-4hN/AN/A-
TPU-R210-250 (225)60-90 (85)-20-70 (25)Glass + blue tape 3M or PEI + blue tapeYES80°C / 2-4hN/AN/A-

Properties & Certifications

density
ISO 1183
g/cm3
impact resistance
ISO 179
kJ/m2
elongation at break
ISO 527
%
50mm/min
module traction
ISO 527
MPa
1mm/min
module bending
ISO 178
MPa
hardness shore
ISO 868
easy to print
shrinkage
rigid
elasticity
impact strength
hydrophobic
solvent resistance
abrasion resistance
uv resistance
weather resistance
cert RoHS
cert EU 10 2011
cert FDA
cert UL94 Vo
cert ESD protection
ABS CARBON1.0327.33.12,1891,82272.2D**L*********** NNNNN
ABS KEVLAR1.0378.864.91,7751,50965.2D**L**** ***** NNNNN
ABS-ESD Natural1.0310.96.41,12185666.7D**L***** *** YNNNY
ABS-S1.03524.79.81,4841,44370D**Y**** *** YYYNN
ASA-S1.056134.31,6851,66274D**Y***************YNNNN
HIPS-R1.037.311.51,2731,53376.6D***L********** NNNNN
PC-S1.1937.94.82,1721,64079.2D**L**** ** YNYNN
PEBA-S1.013No break>550637093A***N***********************YNNNN
PEI-10101.2710603,2003,300-**N****************YNNYN
PEI-90851.3411----**N****************YNNYN
PEKK CARBON1.275.0802,9003,000-**N********************NNNYN
PEKK-A1.2612.5>52,5101,660-**N********************YNNYN
PETG CARBON1.31743.44,0152,98776.4D***N********** ****NNNNN
PETG-S1.274424.31,8331,64172.5D***N********* ****YYNatural onlyNN
PLA-HI1.21016.54.22,4912,09776.8D*****N****** NYNNN
PLA-R1.243.2242,9632,67579.1D*****N**** NNNN
PLA-S1.2463.53.22,8622,28577.3D*****N**** YYNNN
PPSU-S1.29-----**N******************** YNYN
PS1.0097.518.31,6791,52674.7D***L********** NNNNN
TPC-91A1.22No break>500676691A****N***********************NNNNN
TPC-ESD1.2No break>400575491A****N***********************NNNNN
TPU-92A1.159No break351.6908192A***N**********************YYY (except black)NN
TPU-R1.140No break>30055.245.690A***N**********************NNNNN

Advantages & Disadvantages

advantages
disadvantages
ABS CARBONBetter interlayer adhesion, no shrinkage, lighweight, better tensile modulus and abrasion resistance than ABS.
ABS KEVLARSmooth surface, light-weighted, low warping, no Shrinkage. Sensitive to UV and humidity.
ABS-ESD NaturalGood flexibility and impact resistance, easy to print, ESD protection. Sensitive to humidity and UV rays.
ABS-SImpact resistance, good temperature resistance compare to PLA. Warping
ASA-SResistance to weather and UV: outdoor application. Warping
HIPS-RSupport material, 100% recycled material.
PC-SHigh temp R. (140°C), stérilizable, food contact FDA. Sensitive to abrasion and UV.
PEBA-SElongation at break >550%, impact resistance, light weight, excellent energy return.
PEI-1010High temp. R., Chem T., Flam retardant, excellent dimensional stability. High temperature printer required than PEKK and PEEK.
PEI-9085High temp. R., Chem T., excellent dimensional stability, flame retardant : UL94 V0 & FAR 25.853 High temperature printer required
PEKK CARBONEasier to print compared to PEEK and PEI, high temp. R., Chem T., flam retardant, abrasion resistant.
PEKK-AEasier to print compared to PEEK and PEI High temp. R., Chem T., flam retardant.
PETG CARBONPossible post-production; humidity resistance. Abrasive; sensitive to UV rays.
PETG-SOdorless, no shrinkage, high flexibility and impact strength; food contact ; hydrophobic. Sensitive to UV rays and scratches.
PLA-HIOdorless; biosourced material; easy to print; no heat-bed needed; increased resistance. Sensitive to humidity and UV rays; medium durability.
PLA-R≥ 99 % Recycled material, ≥ 99 % Biosourced material, easy to print, no odor. Sensitive to humidity and UV rays.
PLA-SOdorless; biosourced material; easy to print; no heat-bed needed. Sensitive to humidity and UV rays; medium durability; hard post-processing.
PPSU-SHigh temp. R., Chem T., Flam retardant, impact resistant, resistance to hydrolysis. High temperature printer required
PSPartly recycled; smooth surface; easy post-production; fast printing.
TPC-91AElongation > 500%, easy to print, printability.
TPC-ESDElongation at break > 400%, easy to print, flexible, ESD protection.
TPU-92AResistant to solvents, elastic.
TPU-RFlexibility, 100% recycled material.

Shrinkages

Material / GroupAvgMinMax
ABS
ABS - Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene1.15%0.7%1.6%
ABS Flame Retardant0.55%0.3%0.8%
ABS High Heat0.65%0.4%0.9%
ABS High Impact0.65%0.4%0.9%
ABS/PC Blend - Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene/Polycarbonate Blend0.60%0.5%0.7%
ABS/PC Blend 20% Glass Fiber0.25%0.2%0.3%
ABS/PC Flame Retardant0.45%0.3%0.6%
TPI
Amorphous TPI Blend, Ultra-high heat, Chemical Resistant (High Flow)0.90%0.8%1%
Amorphous TPI Blend, Ultra-high heat, Chemical Resistant (Standard Flow)0.90%0.8%1%
Amorphous TPI, High Heat, High Flow, Transparent, Lead-Free Solderable (High Flow)1.10%1%1.2%
Amorphous TPI, High Heat, High Flow, Transparent, Lead-Free Solderable (Standard Flow)1.10%1%1.2%
Amorphous TPI, Moderate Heat, Transparent0.60%0.5%0.7%
Amorphous TPI, Moderate Heat, Transparent (Food Contact Approved)0.60%0.5%0.7%
Amorphous TPI, Moderate Heat, Transparent (Mold Release grade)0.60%0.5%0.7%
Amorphous TPI, Moderate Heat, Transparent (Powder form)0.60%0.5%0.7%
ASA
ASA - Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate0.55%0.4%0.7%
ASA/PC Blend - Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate/Polycarbonate Blend0.50%0.3%0.7%
ASA/PC Flame Retardant0.60%0.4%0.8%
ASA/PVC Blend - Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate/Polyvinyl Chloride Blend0.50%0.3%0.7%
CA
Cellulose Acetate
0.65%0.3%1%
CAB
Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
0.55%0.2%0.9%
Celllulose Diacetate-Pearlescent Films1.25%1%1.5%
Celllulose Diacetate-Matt Film1.25%1%1.5%
CP
Cellulose Proprionate
0.50%0.1%0.9%
CPVC
Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride
0.50%0.3%0.7%
ETFE
Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene
3.50%3%4%
EVA
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate
1.95%0.4%3.5%
FEP
Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene
4.50%3%6%
HDPE
High Density Polyethylene
2.75%1.5%4%
HIPS
HIPS - High Impact Polystyrene0.50%0.2%0.8%
HIPS Flame Retardant V00.45%0.3%0.6%
LCP
LCP - Liquid Crystal Polymer0.35%0.1%0.6%
LCP Carbon Fiber-reinforced0.30%0.1%0.5%
LCP Glass Fiber-reinforced0.25%0.1%0.4%
LCP Mineral-filled0.30%0.1%0.5%
LDPE
Low Density Polyethylene
3.00%2%4%
LLDPE
Linear Low Density Polyethylene
2.25%2%2.5%
MABS
Transparent Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
0.55%0.4%0.7%
PA 11
PA 11 - (Polyamide 11) 30% Glass fiber reinforced0.50%0.5%0.5%
PA 11, Conductive1.35%0.7%2%
PA 11, Flexible1.60%1.4%1.8%
PA 11, Rigid1.35%0.7%2%
PA 12
PA 12 (Polyamide 12), Conductive1.35%0.7%2%
PA 12, Fiber-reinforced1.35%0.7%2%
PA 12, Flexible1.35%0.7%2%
PA 12, Glass Filled1.35%0.7%2%
PA 12, Rigid1.35%0.7%2%
PA 46
PA 46 - Polyamide 461.75%1.5%2%
PA 46, 30% Glass Fiber0.80%0.3%1.3%
PA 6
PA 6 - Polyamide 61.00%0.5%1.5%
PA 6-10 - Polyamide 6-101.15%1%1.3%
PA 66
PA 66 - Polyamide 6-61.85%0.7%3%
PA 66, 30% Glass Fiber0.50%0.5%0.5%
PA 66, 30% Mineral filled0.80%0.6%1%
PA 66, Impact Modified, 15-30% Glass Fiber0.40%0.2%0.6%
PA 66, Impact Modified2.10%1.2%3%
PAI
PAI - Polyamide-Imide0.80%0.6%1%
PAI, 30% Glass Fiber0.20%0.1%0.3%
PAI, Low Friction0.30%0.1%0.5%
PAN
Polyacrylonitrile
0.35%0.2%0.5%
PAR
Polyarylate
1.05%0.9%1.2%
PARA (Polyarylamide), 30-60% glass fiber0.25%0.1%0.4%
PBT
PBT - Polybutylene Terephthalate1.35%0.5%2.2%
PBT, 30% Glass Fiber0.60%0.2%1%
PC
PC (Polycarbonate) 20-40% Glass Fiber0.30%0.1%0.5%
PC (Polycarbonate) 20-40% Glass Fiber Flame Retardant0.30%0.1%0.5%
PC - Polycarbonate, high heat0.85%0.7%1%
PC/PBT Blend - Polycarbonate/Polybutylene Terephthalate Blend0.85%0.6%1.1%
PCTFE
Polymonochlorotrifluoroethylene
1.00%0.5%1.5%
PE
Polyethylene 30% Glass Fiber
0.40%0.2%0.6%
PEEK
PEEK - Polyetheretherketone1.35%1.2%1.5%
PEEK 30% Carbon Fiber-reinforced0.25%0%0.5%
PEEK 30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.60%0.4%0.8%
 
Material / GroupAvgMinMax
PEI
PEI - Polyetherimide0.75%0.7%0.8%
PEI, 30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.30%0.2%0.4%
PEI, Mineral Filled0.60%0.5%0.7%
PEKK
Polyetherketoneketone, Low Crystallinity Grade
0.00%0.004%0.005%
PESU
PESU - Polyethersulfone0.65%0.6%0.7%
PESU 10-30% glass fiber0.25%0.2%0.3%
PET
PET - Polyethylene Terephthalate1.60%0.2%3%
PET, 30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.60%0.2%1%
PET, 30/35% Glass Fiber-reinforced, Impact Modified0.55%0.2%0.9%
PETG
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol
0.60%0.2%1%
PE-UHMW
Polyethylene -Ultra High Molecular Weight
4.00%4%4%
PFA
Perfluoroalkoxy
4.00%3%5%
PHB
Polyhydroxybutyrate
1.40%1.2%1.6%
PI
Polyimide
0.70%0.2%1.2%
PLA
Polylactic acid (injection molding)
0.40%0.3%0.5%
PMAA
PMMA - Polymethylmethacrylate/Acrylic0.50%0.2%0.8%
PMMA (Acrylic) High Heat0.50%0.2%0.8%
PMMA (Acrylic) Impact Modified0.50%0.2%0.8%
PMP
PMP - Polymethylpentene1.85%1.6%2.1%
PMP 30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.75%0.3%1.2%
PMP Mineral Filled1.55%1.4%1.7%
Nylon 66
Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)/Carbon Fiber, Long, 30 % Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)/Carbon Fiber, Long, 40 % Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)/Glass Fiber, Long, 40 % Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)/Glass Fiber, Long, 50 % Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
Polyamide 66 (Nylon 66)/Glass Fiber, Long, 60 % Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
PP Homopolymer
PP Homopolymer, Long Glass Fiber, 30% Filler by Weight0.40%0.4%0.4%
PP Homopolymer, Long Glass Fiber, 40% Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
PP Homopolymer, Long Glass Fiber, 50% Filler by Weight0.30%0.3%0.3%
POM
POM - Polyoxymethylene (Acetal)2.15%1.8%2.5%
POM (Acetal) Impact Modified1.75%1%2.5%
POM (Acetal) Low Friction2.40%1.8%3%
POM (Acetal) Mineral Filled1.75%1.5%2%
PP
PP - Polypropylene 10-20% Glass Fiber0.65%0.3%1%
PP, 10-40% Mineral Filled1.00%0.6%1.4%
PP, 10-40% Talc Filled1.15%0.9%1.4%
PP, 30-40% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.51%0.01%1%
PP (Polypropylene) Copolymer2.50%2%3%
PP (Polypropylene) Homopolymer2.00%1%3%
PP, Impact Modified2.50%2%3%
PPA
PPA - Polyphthalamide1.85%1.5%2.2%
PPA – 30% Mineral1.10%1%1.2%
PPA, 33% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.60%0.5%0.7%
PPA, 33% Glass Fiber-reinforced – High Flow0.75%0.74%0.76%
PPA, 45% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.20%0.1%0.3%
PPE
PPE - Polyphenylene Ether0.65%0.5%0.8%
PPE, 30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.25%0.1%0.4%
PPE, Flame Retardant0.80%0.6%1%
PPE, Impact Modified0.80%0.6%1%
PPE, Mineral Filled0.50%0.3%0.7%
PPS
PPS - Polyphenylene Sulfide1.00%0.6%1.4%
PPS, 20-30% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.35%0.2%0.5%
PPS, 40% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.35%0.2%0.5%
PPS, Conductive0.65%0.3%1%
PPS, Glass fiber & Mineral-filled0.50%0.3%0.7%
PPSU
Polyphenylene Sulfone
0.70%0.7%0.7%
PS
PS (Polystyrene) 30% glass fiber0.20%0.2%0.2%
PS (Polystyrene) Crystal0.40%0.1%0.7%
PS, High Heat0.45%0.2%0.7%
PSU
PSU - Polysulfone0.70%0.7%0.7%
PSU, 30% Glass finer-reinforced0.35%0.1%0.6%
PSU Mineral Filled0.45%0.4%0.5%
PTFE
PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene4.50%3%6%
PTFE, 25% Glass Fiber-reinforced1.90%1.8%2%
PVC
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), 20% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.15%0.1%0.2%
PVC, Plasticized2.10%0.2%4%
PVC, Plasticized Filled2.90%0.8%5%
PVC Rigid0.35%0.1%0.6%
PVDC
Polyvinylidene Chloride
1.50%0.5%2.5%
PVDF
Polyvinylidene Fluoride
3.00%2%4%
SAN
SAN - Styrene Acrylonitrile0.50%0.3%0.7%
SAN, 20% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.20%0.1%0.3%
SMA
SMA - Styrene Maleic Anhydride0.60%0.4%0.8%
SMA, 20% Glass Fiber-reinforced0.25%0.2%0.3%
SMA, Flame Retardant V00.50%0.5%0.5%
TPS
TPS, Injection General Purpose1.05%0.6%1.5%
TPS, Water Resistant0.75%0.6%0.9%
XLPE
Crosslinked Polyethylene
2.85%0.7%5%

References

Updates:

  • 2021/12/08: starting with Kimya 2020 catalog, added Omnexus SpecialChem shrinkage data