Reference library
Material families, without the false certainty.
Review family-level constraints, then confirm the exact manufacturer data sheet before printing or drying.
PLA
The low-friction default for models, prototypes, and learning.
- Nozzle
- 185–235°C
- Bed
- 50–60°C
- Moisture
- low
- Enclosure
- none
PETG
A practical step up for tougher, water-resistant functional parts.
- Nozzle
- 215–270°C
- Bed
- 70–90°C
- Moisture
- medium
- Enclosure
- none
ABS
Heat-resistant functional plastic that needs draft control and ventilation.
- Nozzle
- 230–265°C
- Bed
- 95–110°C
- Moisture
- medium
- Enclosure
- required
ASA
The outdoor-focused ABS alternative with strong UV and weather resistance.
- Nozzle
- 220–275°C
- Bed
- 90–110°C
- Moisture
- medium
- Enclosure
- required
TPU 95A
Flexible and impact-tolerant for grips, cases, seals, and wearables.
- Nozzle
- 210–260°C
- Bed
- 40–85°C
- Moisture
- high
- Enclosure
- none
Polycarbonate (PC)
Stiff, heat-resistant engineering material for demanding functional parts.
- Nozzle
- 270–275°C
- Bed
- 100–115°C
- Moisture
- high
- Enclosure
- required
Nylon (PA)
Tough and wear-resistant, but moisture-sensitive and brand-dependent.
- Nozzle
- 240–285°C
- Bed
- 70–115°C
- Moisture
- very high
- Enclosure
- recommended
PA-CF
abrasiveCarbon-filled nylon: stiff, strong, dry-box dependent, and abrasive.
- Nozzle
- 250–290°C
- Bed
- 70–115°C
- Moisture
- very high
- Enclosure
- recommended
PA-GF
abrasiveGlass-filled nylon with dimensional stability and mandatory wear resistance.
- Nozzle
- 250–290°C
- Bed
- 70–115°C
- Moisture
- very high
- Enclosure
- recommended
PLA-CF
abrasiveA matte, stiff PLA composite that trades impact strength for finish.
- Nozzle
- 190–240°C
- Bed
- 50–60°C
- Moisture
- medium
- Enclosure
- none
PETG-CF
abrasiveA stiffer, matte PETG composite for functional parts and fixtures.
- Nozzle
- 230–270°C
- Bed
- 70–90°C
- Moisture
- high
- Enclosure
- none
PVA / BVOH
Water-soluble support material that must stay dry during printing.
- Nozzle
- 195–225°C
- Bed
- 25–60°C
- Moisture
- very high
- Enclosure
- none
HIPS
Machinable styrene material often used as support for ABS.
- Nozzle
- 225–255°C
- Bed
- 100–110°C
- Moisture
- medium
- Enclosure
- recommended
Polypropylene (PP)
Light, fatigue-resistant material for living hinges and chemical exposure.
- Nozzle
- 220–245°C
- Bed
- 70–100°C
- Moisture
- low
- Enclosure
- recommended
PVB
A presentation-focused filament that can be polished for a smooth finish.
- Nozzle
- 195–225°C
- Bed
- 60–75°C
- Moisture
- high
- Enclosure
- none