Material Guide

Nylon (Polyamide) is great for functional parts and prototypes due to its toughness and resistance to temperature & impact.

Functional

Strong

Heat resistant

Impact resistant

Standard

Sanded

Wood-filled PLA is the fusion of standard PLA and wood fiber used to create a wood-textured feel.

Visual

Natural

Sanded

PCTG is a thermoplastic polyester that offers a good balance of strength, durability, chemical resistance, and food safety compliance. Its good mechanical properties make it suitable for a wide range of functional and aesthetic applications.

Functional

Chemical resistant

Strong

Standard

Sanded

HIPS is a material blend of polystyrene plastic and polybutadiene rubber. The mixture of these polymers results in a material that is both tough and resistant to impact.

Impact resistant

Standard

Glass-fibre reinforced Nylon is a strong and chemical resistant material, commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

Impact resistant

Strong

Functional

Heat resistant

Standard

Sanded

PA11 is a bio-based and temperature-stable material that features a high impact resistance and is commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

Heat resistant

Biomedical

Durable

Impact resistant

Functional

Raw

Polished

Vapor smoothed

Electroplated

Nylon PA6 is a strong and heat-resistant material commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

Functional

Impact resistant

Durable

Heat resistant

Visual

Mineral Filled

Raw

PETG, widely used for durable and functional parts, combines strength, chemical resistance, and low cost.

Chemical resistant

Functional

Strong

Standard

Sanded

Developed by HP, MJF Nylon is a widely used material for strong and detailed end-use parts and prototypes.

Strong

Impact resistant

Functional

Visual

Raw

Polished

Vapor smoothed

Shot Peened

Electroplated

Glass-filled Nylon is great for functional parts that require strength and rigidity.

Strong

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

Visual

Raw

Polished

Shot Peened

Food Safe Nylon PA12 is a durable and versatile material ideal for food processing tools and products.

Strong

Food safe

Visual

Functional

Heat resistant

Glass Blasted

Glass Blasted & Vapor smoothed

Deburred, Glass Blasted & Vapor Smoothed

Deburred & Glass Blasted

Food Safe X-ray Metal Detectable PA12 is approved as food contact material (FCM) and can be detected by metal detectors and X-ray scanners in a production line, as it contains metal.

Food safe

Strong

UV resistant

Durable

Glass Blasted & Vapor smoothed

Deburred, Glass Blasted & Vapor Smoothed

Glass Blasted

Deburred & Glass Blasted

Multi Jet Fusion PA11, produced by HP, is a bio-derived powder with exceptionally high toughness. This material offers high ductility and impact strength for all applications, especially functional parts.

Heat resistant

Impact resistant

Durable

Biomedical

Functional

Raw

Polished

Vapor smoothed

Shot Peened

Electroplated

SLS PA11 ESD is a bio-derived powder material with electrostatic discharging properties for increased process safety in advanced applications.

Functional

Durable

Impact resistant

Visual

Standard

Nylon PA66 is known for its strength, rigidity, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for automotive, aerospace, and industrial use cases.

Durable

Strong

Visual

Functional

Raw

Polished

Vapor smoothed

ABS is a durable and versatile material with good impact and chemical resistance. It is great for functional parts and prototypes.

Impact resistant

Functional

Standard

Sanded

Polished

PLA+ and Tough PLA offer enhanced strength and durability compared to regular PLA, ideal for functional prototypes and mechanical parts.

Functional

Visual

Strong

Impact resistant

Standard

Sanded

Lightweight PLA (LW-PLA) is a specialized 3D printing filament that expands up to three times its volume for lighter prints without losing the strength of standard PLA.

Visual

Standard

Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), commonly known as acrylic or plexiglass, offers optical clarity and excellent mechanical properties, such as high tensile strength and impact resistance. Additionally it provides chemical- and UV-resistance.

Visual

Strong

UV resistant

Transparent

Chemical resistant

Standard

Sanded

PETG-HT is an enhanced version of PETG, specifically designed to withstand high temperatures and exhibit excellent mechanical properties.

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Standard

Sanded

ABS-ESD combines the mechanical properties of standard ABS with controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges.

Impact resistant

Functional

Standard

Food contact safe, offers high hygiene, corrosion resistance, and strength. Performs up to 800°C (1472°F), versatile and easy to clean. Certifications available.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Food safe

Raw

Glass Blasted

Corundum Blasted

Deburred, Glass & Corundum Blasted

PLA is a low-cost plastic, perfect for prototypes and functional parts that do not require strength or heat resistance.

Visual

Standard

Sanded

Conductive PLA is a version of PLA that is perfect for parts that need to be electrically conductive. It has a volume resistivity (perpendicular to layers) of 30 ohm-cm.

Functional

Visual

Standard

Metall-filled PLA is the fusion of standard PLA with metal powder used to provide a metal-textured feeling. Metal-filled PLA is popular with items that do not have functional capabilities, rather an aesthetic appearance.

Visual

40% Bronze-filled PLA

80% Bronze-filled PLA

80% Copper-filled PLA

40% Iron-filled PLA

316L Stainless Steel is a highly durable alloy known for its corrosion resistance and versatility in both industrial and aesthetic applications.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Sandblasted Matte

Polished Matte

Satin Glossy

Mirror Polished

ABS infused with short Kevlar fibres.

Strong

Standard

PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate) filament is a biodegradable type of plastic used in 3D printing, made through the fermentation of plant sugars by bacteria. It a great choice for applications that require biodegradability.

Functional

Sustainable

UV resistant

Standard

Sanded

This strong and lightweight material features good thermal properties and is widely used for functional metal parts.

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Raw Matte

Deburred

Sandblasted

Glassblasted

CF-ABS is made using ABS and 15% high-modulus carbon fiber.

Functional

Strong

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-fiber Reinforced ASA (CF-ASA) offers high strength, rigidity, and UV resistance compared to standard ASA. It's an excellent choice for for mechanically highly stressed components.

UV resistant

Strong

Impact resistant

Chemical resistant

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-fiber reinforced nylon is a strong and heat-resistant material, commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

Functional

Impact resistant

Chemical resistant

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-reinforced PEEK is stronger and stiffer than normal PEEK.

Impact resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

Heat resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-reinforced PETG is stronger and stiffer than normal PETG.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Durable

Functional

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-reinforced PLA is stronger and stiffer than normal PLA.

Functional

Standard

Sanded

The addition of the carbon fibers to PC improves its strength, toughness, and temperature resistance.

Functional

Strong

UV resistant

Chemical resistant

Standard

Sanded

Carbon-reinforced ULTEM 9085 is stronger and stiffer than normal ULTEM 9085.

Chemical resistant

Functional

Heat resistant

Strong

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Alumide is made from nylon and aluminum powder, and it produces strong, high-temperature-resistant parts.

Durable

Heat resistant

Functional

Visual

Raw

Polished

Featuring high strength and hardness, M300 maraging steel is best used for tooling applications.

Strong

Chemical resistant

Functional

Impact resistant

Sandblasted Matte

Satin glossy

High-Detail 316L Stainless Steel offers an incredible level of detail coupled with remarkable strength, and corrosion resistance.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Heat resistant

High detail

Sandblasted Matte

Satin glossy

Polished glossy

Sintered, FDM printed stainless steel is used for strong and functional parts.

Functional

Strong

Sintered and Sandblasted

316L Stainless Steel printed with Tritone MoldJet® technology.

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Chemical resistant

Standard Sintered

316L Stainless Steel printed with Metal Binder Jetting technology.

Heat resistant

Strong

Chemical resistant

Functional

Standard Sintered

Polished

Markforged H13 tool steel is an abrasion-resistant, hard material with a good resistance to heat.

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Sintered

Sintered, FDM printed stainless steel is used for strong and functional parts.

Functional

Chemical resistant

Strong

UV resistant

Heat resistant

Sintered and Sandblasted

Standard resin is a low-cost material, best used for visual models, figurines, and prototypes.

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Standard

Matte

Glossy

High-Detail resin is ideal for printing intricate details, such as small figurines and model cars and trains.

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Standard Smooth

The strongest 3D printable material, titanium offers good dimensional accuracy and fine details.

Strong

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

Raw

Polished

Glassblasted

Deburred

Markforged Inconel 625 is a nickel chromium-based superalloy that is extremely resistant to corrosion and strong at high temperatures.

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

Durable

Sintered

This nickel-based alloy is exceptional for parts used in high-temperature environments.

Heat resistant

Strong

Functional

Chemical resistant

Satin glossy

Sandblasted Matte

Food Safe Aluminum is a type of aluminum that is treated or coated to be safe for use in contact with food. Lightweight, good thermal conductivity, and strength. Performs up to 200°C (392°F), ideal for automotive, aerospace, and industrial uses.

Strong

Functional

Heat resistant

Food safe

Raw

Glass Blasted

Corundum Blasted

Deburred, Glass & Corundum Blasted

Food Safe Titanium is food contact safe, hygienic, corrosion resistant, and lightweight. Maintains strength up to 400°C (752°F), robust, non-magnetic, and easy to clean. Certifications available.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Heat resistant

Food safe

Raw

Glass Blasted

Corundum Blasted

Deburred, Glass & Corundum Blasted

CNC machining is available on-demand for a wide range of metals for rapid prototyping and for the production of industrial grade parts.

Functional

Strong

Visual

Smooth

Titanium Ti 6Al 4V

Aluminum 6063 (Al-Mg-Si)

Aluminum 6061

Aluminum 7075

Aluminum 5052

316L Stainless Steel

Iron

1018 Steel

A36 Steel

AISI 8620H

Copper 101

Brass H59

Sheet metal joining connects metal sheets using welding, riveting, adhesives, or fasteners, essential for creating durable assemblies across industries.

Visual

Strong

Functional

Aluminum 5052

Laser cutting is a precise manufacturing process that uses a high-powered laser beam to melt, burn, or vaporize material, creating clean and accurate cuts in various metal types.

High detail

Functional

Visual

Aluminum 6061

Stainless Steel 304

Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) is a shape memory alloy with superelasticity, fatigue resistance, and biocompatibility. Its phase transformations enable shape recovery after deformation, making it ideal for medical, aerospace, and robotic uses.

Strong

Biomedical

Functional

Durable

Raw

Sandblasted

Sheet metal forming shapes metal sheets using techniques like bending and stamping. It's used in automotive, aerospace, and electronics for precise, durable parts.

Visual

Strong

Functional

Aluminum 5052

PC-ABS combines the exceptional strength and heat resistance of PC with the flexibility of ABS.

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Standard

Glass fiber reinforced PEEK is one of the highest-performance plastics available in the market. It exhibits exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties.

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

UV resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Glass-filled polypropylene is a tough material with high strength that is also resistant to high temperatures. It is suitable for functional verification of product prototypes.

Chemical resistant

Functional

Strong

Raw

GreenTEC Pro Carbon is a biopolymer made from renewable resources combined with 10% carbon fiber. The material offers high rigidity, very good mechanical properties and an increased temperature resistance.

Heat resistant

UV resistant

Functional

Strong

Impact resistant

Standard matte

Sanded

TEPU 50A by Inkbit® is a soft, rubber-like polyurethane ideal for flexible parts that need durability and precision. With a Shore hardness of 50A, it’s perfect for seals, cushioning, wearables, and soft robotics.

Flexible

Smooth

Durable

Standard Smooth

Durable resin has high elongation and impact strength, which makes it ideal for pliable parts like living hinges.

Durable

Impact resistant

High detail

Functional

Visual

Standard

This ultra-tough gray plastic offers outstanding durability, accuracy, and aesthetics.

High detail

Durable

Functional

Visual

Strong

Raw

Castable resin is suitable for jewelry and other metal casting.

Visual

Smooth

Standard

This elastic resin with a Shore 50A-65A hardness is perfect for prototyping silicone-like parts.

Flexible

Durable

Functional

Visual

Standard (Shore 50A-65A)

Ideal for SLA-printed rubber-like parts featuring a 80A Shore hardness similar to skateboard wheels.

Flexible

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Functional

Standard (Shore A80-A90)

E-Mould is a strong, high detail material, which can be used to print molds used for injection molding of various plastics.

Smooth

Visual

Functional

Standard

Gold is a precious metal commonly used for jewelry pieces and unique art designs.

Visual

High detail

Smooth

14k Gold

14k Rose Gold

14k White Gold

18k Gold

18k Rose Gold

18k White Gold

PA12 CCF is a is a co-extruded material consisting of nylon PA12 with a composite of nylon & continuous carbon fibers. This unique combination gives the finished part a smooth surface along with high strength, toughness, and durability.

Functional

Strong

Smooth

Durable

Standard Smooth

PA12 CBF is a co-extruded material consisting of nylon PA12 with a composite of nylon & continuous basalt fibers. This unique combination gives the finished part a smooth surface along with strength, toughness, and durability.

Smooth

Functional

Durable

Strong

Standard Smooth

FDM-printed TPU is great for producing flexible parts and prototypes, such as casings and shock absorbers.

Flexible

Impact resistant

Durable

Medium Hard (Shore A91-A100)

Very Hard (Shore D51-D70)

Medium (Shore A81-A90)

Hard (Shore D30-D50)

Soft (Shore A61-A70)

Very Soft (Shore A50-60)

Formlabs's surgical guide resin is a CE certified, biocompatible material that meets Class I requirements.

Biomedical

Smooth

Functional

Standard

Nylon-like resin offers exceptional strength and impact resistance, making it a favored material in industries such as automotive and aerospace.

Impact resistant

High detail

Durable

Strong

Functional

Standard

Somos Evolve is the perfect material for strong, highly detailed functional prototypes and parts that need to withstand continuous usage.

Strong

High detail

Functional

Durable

Visual

Standard Smooth

Somos Taurus has high thermal and mechanical properties along with superior strength, high accuracy, and exceptional surface finish.

High detail

Durable

Functional

Visual

Standard Smooth

Somos PerFORM is the material of choice for applications that require strong, stiff, temperature-resistant composite parts.

Functional

Heat resistant

Strong

High detail

Visual

Standard Smooth

VisiJet M2S-HT90 is a strong and rigid material for applications requiring temperature resistance and/or rigidity, ideal for rapid tooling, under the hood parts, enclosures and housings

Heat resistant

Smooth

Biomedical

Functional

Strong

Standard Smooth

Elastic silicone rubber (AR-G1) allows for thin walls and fine details while still providing the resistance and flexibility of silicone.

Functional

Durable

Flexible

AR-G1L (Shore A35)

AR-G1H (Shore A65)

Carbon-filled PA-11 Nylon is stiffer than regular nylon and is best used for applications where a high strength-to-weight ratio is needed.

Impact resistant

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Standard

Polished

Vapor smoothed

Carbon-reinforced PEKK is stronger and stiffer than normal PEKK.

Chemical resistant

Heat resistant

Functional

Impact resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

PETG CCF is a co-extruded material consisting of Clear PETG with a composite of PETG & continuous carbon fibers. This unique combination results in a part with 20 times the tensile strength of PETG with a smooth translucent finish.

Smooth

Functional

Strong

Impact resistant

Durable

Translucent smooth

Tough resin is a perfect choice for strong, detailed functional prototypes and parts that need to withstand stress and strain.

Strong

Durable

High detail

Functional

Smooth

Standard

Matte

Glossy

Transparent resin is a high-detail material suitable for transparent prototypes, figurines, and visual models.

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Transparent

Transparent Clear

Translucent resin is a high-detail material suitable for prototypes, figurines, and visual models that need to be semi transparent.

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Standard

Pearl Shimmer

Rigid resin is a glass-reinforced photopolymer that offers a high level of detail, stiffness, and deformation resistance.

High detail

Strong

Functional

Smooth

Visual

Standard

This material is great for heat-resistant mounts, fixtures, and housings, due to its high heat deflection.

Heat resistant

High detail

Durable

Visual

Functional

Standard Smooth

This high-clarity plastic has excellent humidity and moisture resistance and is ideal for a multitude of applications.

High detail

Transparent

Durable

Functional

Visual

Raw

Dyed

Flame Retardant Resin enhances safety with superior heat resistance and self-extinguishing properties, ideal for electronics, automotive, and aerospace, ensuring high stability and strength.

Flame retardant

Heat resistant

Durable

Functional

Standard

BioMed resin is certified for short-term bodily contact and is typically used for medical device components.

Functional

Biomedical

High detail

Standard

This is a rigid plastic (Shore 80D) used to simulate and replace traditional CNC-machined polypropylene parts.

Functional

Durable

Smooth

Visual

Standard Smooth

Rigid Polyurethane is very stiff and strong with material properties that outperform ABS plastic and rivals Nylon. This material is perfect for mechanical parts that need to be tough, heat-resistant, and abrasion-resistant.

Smooth

Strong

Functional

Standard Smooth

ASA is a strong and UV-resistant material that works great in outdoor applications.

UV resistant

Impact resistant

Standard

Sanded

Polished

Polypropylene is a versatile and durable material, highly suitable for compliant and functional parts.

Durable

Functional

Raw

Electroplated

Polycarbonate is an industrial-grade thermoplastic with high heat resistance and high strength.

Impact resistant

Functional

Heat resistant

Standard

Sanded

GreenTec Pro is a high performance biodegradable material made from 100% natural resources. With a high heat resistance(Up to 160°C) and mechanical stress resistance, the material is ideal for demanding applications.

Heat resistant

Strong

Impact resistant

Functional

Standard

Sanded

Polypropylene is a versatile and durable material, highly suitable for compliant and functional parts. The FDM technology provides a cheaper alternative to SLS or MJF printed parts.

Impact resistant

Durable

Functional

Standard

Sanded

PVB filament is flexible, strong, and offers excellent transparency and a smooth finish, ideal for glossy, impact-resistant 3D prints.

Impact resistant

Smooth

Visual

Functional

Standard Smooth

Glossy

PMMA's strength and toughness makes it great for functional parts and high-quality prototypes, while being relatively affordable.

Functional

Durable

High detail

Strong

Visual

Raw

SLS PA2210 FR is a flame-retardant PA12 material, combining strength, chemical resistance, and fire safety, ideal for aerospace, automotive, and electronics applications requiring flame resistance.

Flame retardant

Heat resistant

Functional

Strong

Visual

Raw

Flexible TPU is a rubber-like material suitable for functional prototypes and wear-resistant parts.

Flexible

Functional

Strong

Impact resistant

Durable

Natural

Polished

Vapor smoothed

FDM printed TPE provides rubber-like flexibility and durability. It is ideal for parts that will be in contact with skin, food or used in resilient environments.

Impact resistant

Durable

Flexible

Chemical resistant

Medium Hard (Shore A91-A100)

Medium (Shore A81-A90)

Hard (Shore D30-D50)

Soft (Shore A61-A70)

SLS TPE is a versatile, flexible material known for its rubber-like elasticity, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Common applications are hoses, seals, gaskets, footwear, and medical devices.

Chemical resistant

Flexible

Impact resistant

Functional

Durable

Natural

Polished

Vapor smoothed

Copper is a precious metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity.

Visual

Heat resistant

Polished Uncoated

Raw sintered

CNC-milled acrylic offers high clarity, smooth edges, and a glass-like finish. Ideal for displays, covers, and enclosures, it’s precise, weather-resistant, and suited for low-impact uses.

Smooth

Functional

Visual

UV resistant

Standard

Flame retardant PETG combines the mechanical strength and chemical resistance of regular PETG with enhanced fire safety.

Flame retardant

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Standard

Sanded

PEKK filament is a high-performance thermoplastic known for excellent thermal and chemical resistance, and mechanical strength. Ideal for aerospace, automotive, and high-tech industries, it excels in demanding environments.

Chemical resistant

Impact resistant

Heat resistant

Functional

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Brass is a versatile material that is great for jewelry prototypes and final parts.

Visual

High detail

Raw

Raw, PU coated

Polished

This classic precious metal is great for antique or modern jewelry and functional parts.

Visual

Functional

Raw

Raw, PU coated

Polished

Raw, Sintered

Polished, PU coated

iglidur I150-PF by igus features a high abrasion resistance at low speeds combined with good mechanical properties.

Durable

Standard

Made from recycled materials, recycled rPLA offers a sustainable alternative to regular PLA.

Sustainable

Visual

Standard

Sanded

Made from recycled materials, recycled rPETG offers a sustainable alternative to regular PETG.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Sustainable

Standard

Sanded

Made from recycled materials, recycled rABS offers a sustainable alternative to regular ABS.

Functional

Impact resistant

Sustainable

Standard

Sanded

Polished

Made from recycled materials, recycled rASA offers a sustainable alternative to regular ASA.

Sustainable

Impact resistant

UV resistant

Standard

Sanded

Polished

This high detail version of the classic precious metal is great for parts that have very small sections, such as antique or modern jewelry and functional parts.

Visual

Functional

High detail

Sandblasted Matte

Satin glossy

PVC filament is renowned for its exceptional durability and resistance to moisture. Its versatility and robustness make it a favored option for creating functional prototypes, outdoor signage, and parts that require water-resistant properties.

Strong

Chemical resistant

Functional

Standard

Sanded

PPSU is a heat- and chemical-resistant material suited for automotive, aerospace, and plumbing applications.

Functional

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Brass plated with a precious metal coating is perfect for jewelry pieces.

High detail

Visual

Polished

ULTEM 1010 offer the highest tensile strength and the highest chemical and thermal resistance of any FDM thermoplastic.

Strong

Chemical resistant

Functional

Heat resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

ULTEM 9085 is a high-performance thermoplastic with excellent chemical resistance and an extreme level of flame retardancy.

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Functional

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Flame Retardant PC has improved strength and thermal properties along with a flame retardant level of UL94: V-2. It is ideal for printing strong, functional parts that must withstand heat.

Heat resistant

Functional

Strong

Flame retardant

Standard

Sterling silver is the perfect material for jewelry and unique metal art pieces.

High detail

Visual

Polished Shiny

Sandblasted

Satin

Antique

Raw

Gold Plated

Rhodium Plated

Injection molding involves injecting molten plastic into a mold, where it cools and solidifies into a precise shape. Ideal for high-volume production, it ensures consistent quality, detailed designs, and material flexibility across various industries.

Functional

Durable

Strong

Solid 50SH Silicone Rubber

Solid 40SH Silicone Rubber

Vacuum casting is a manufacturing process used to create detailed and precise prototypes or small production runs of plastic and rubber parts.

Flexible Resin Shore 50A-65A

Laser cutting is a precise manufacturing process that uses a high-powered laser beam to melt, burn, or vaporize plastics, producing clean edges and accurate cuts across a variety of materials.

High detail

Visual

Functional

Acrylic (PMMA)

Inkbit® Titan Tough Epoxy is a type of high-performance material known for its exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to harsh environmental conditions.

Durable

Functional

Visual

Heat resistant

High detail

Standard Smooth

The ADAM 3D printing technology builds parts layer by layer and offer smooth parts with some layering. Copper is a precious metal with high electrical and thermal conductivity.

Heat resistant

Functional

Visual

Standard

Nylon PA12 (Polyamide) is a strong and heat-resistant material commonly used to print strong and functional parts.

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Visual

Food safe

Raw

Polished

Waterproof

Dyed Velvet

Satin

Shot Peened

Vapor smoothed

Electroplated

A great material for striking visual models.

Visual

Strong

Impact resistant

Functional

Raw

420/BR steel is a great material for low-cost metal parts of all sizes.

Visual

Raw

Plated Raw

Polished

Plated Polished

PEEK is a lightweight, industrial-grade thermoplastic polymer with high-temperature and pressure resistance.

Chemical resistant

Heat resistant

Functional

Impact resistant

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

Elastomeric Polyurethane, or EPU, is a high-performance polyurethane elastomer. It exhibits excellent elastic behavior under cyclic tensile and compressive loads.

Functional

Flexible

Durable

Impact resistant

Smooth

Standard Smooth

LithaBone HA 400 contains a ceramic material based on hydroxyapatite (HA). With a relative density of 85% and a corresponding porosity of 15%, it is perfect for bioresorbable applications. The HA powder is certified ASTM standard F1185-03.

Functional

Biomedical

Smooth

Standard Sintered

LithaBone TCP 300 contains a beta-tricalcium phosphate (ß-TCP) based ceramic which in the right setting, enables implants with defined pore geometries. The material can be resorbed by the body and replaced by new bone.

Functional

Smooth

Biomedical

High detail

Standard Sintered

LithaCon contains zirconia stabilized with 3 mol% Yttria. Some of the mechanical highlights of these materials are their excellent flexural strength (> 1000 MPa), fracture toughness, resistance to abrasion, and thermal shock resistance.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Biomedical

Functional

Smooth

Standard Sintered

Lithalox HP 500 contains a high-purity (99.99%) aluminum oxide (alumina) material and is characterized by its high density, a favorable 4-point bending strength, and exceptionally smooth surface quality.

Heat resistant

Biomedical

Smooth

Functional

Standard Sintered

Castable wax is an optimal material for jewelry and other metal casting.

Visual

Smooth

Raw

Glass Fiber ASA enhances standard ASA with glass fiber reinforcement, offering greater stiffness, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. It resists UV and weathering, making it ideal for outdoor and structural applications.

Impact resistant

UV resistant

Strong

Standard

Sanded

A great material for striking visual models produced in different materials.

Visual

Standard

Multicolor PLA combines PLA's easy-to-print and eco-friendly qualities with advanced color printing techniques.

Visual

Standard

17-4 PH SS is a martensite precipitation-hardened stainless steel with high strength and very good resistance to corrosion.

Impact resistant

Strong

Functional

Sandblasted Matte

Satin glossy

Temperature-based color-changing PLA is ideal for novelty prints.

Visual

Standard Black-yellow

iglidur I180-PF by igus is a material with high wear resistance, especially designed for moving parts.

Durable

Heat resistant

Standard

Somos GP Plus 14122 is ideal for functional prototypes, concept models, and low volume production parts.

Functional

High detail

Visual

Smooth

Standard

FDM TPU-ESD is an engineering-grade thermoplastic chosen for its balance of flexibility and protection against electrostatic discharge.

Flexible

Impact resistant

Durable

Standard

PLA-ESD combines the mechanical properties of standard PLA with controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges.

Visual

Standard

High-Detail 17-4 PH Stainless Steel is a superior 3D printing alloy, offering unparalleled detail precision coupled with exceptional mechanical resilience and corrosion resistance.

Impact resistant

Strong

Functional

High detail

Sandblasted Matte

Satin glossy

PETG-ESD combines the mechanical properties of standard PETG with controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges.

Chemical resistant

Strong

Functional

Standard

Onyx is a carbon fiber reinforced nylon that is used to print strong prototypes or end-use parts.

Chemical resistant

Durable

Functional

Standard

Glass-fiber reinforced ULTEM 1010 is a robust thermoplastic with excellent strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Glass fibers enhance its stiffness, dimensional stability, and strength-to-weight ratio.

Chemical resistant

Heat resistant

Functional

Strong

Flame retardant

Standard

Sanded

CNC-milled ABS is strong, impact-resistant, and ideal for prototypes and housings. It machines well, has a matte finish, and is widely used in engineering, electronics, and product design.

Impact resistant

Functional

Durable

Standard Matte

316L stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, especially in marine or chemical settings. It’s strong, weldable, and ideal for medical, food-grade, and industrial CNC-milled parts.

Strong

Impact resistant

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Sandblasted

Solid oak is a durable hardwood ideal for CNC machining. It offers excellent strength, good stability, and a fine finish, making it perfect for furniture, signage, and decorative parts that require both precision and visual appeal.

Visual

Durable

Standard

Stainless steel 304 is strong, corrosion-resistant, and ideal for precise CNC-milled parts in automotive, aerospace, and industrial use. It offers excellent durability and dimensional stability.

Strong

Functional

Chemical resistant

Heat resistant

Sandblasted

Stainless steel 17-4 PH is a strong, corrosion-resistant alloy ideal for high-stress parts. It’s used in aerospace, medical, and tooling applications, and can be heat-treated for added hardness.

Strong

Impact resistant

Functional

Durable

Sandblasted Matte

Satin Glossy

Brass H59 is a copper-zinc alloy with good strength, machinability, and corrosion resistance. It’s commonly used for fittings, decorative parts, and precision-machined components.

Durable

Functional

Smooth

Visual

Standard

CNC Copper 101, also known as Oxygen-Free Electronic (OFE) copper, is a high-purity alloy with 99.99% copper content, providing excellent electrical and thermal conductivity.

Durable

Conductive

Functional

Smooth

Standard

9-4 Aluminum Bronze is a strong, wear-resistant copper alloy with excellent corrosion resistance. Ideal for bushings, bearings, gears, and valve components in demanding environments.

Strong

Chemical resistant

Heat resistant

Flame retardant

Durable

Standard

CNC Steel 1018 is a versatile, low-carbon steel known for its machinability, weldability, and strength, ideal for gears, shafts, and structural parts.

Strong

Impact resistant

A36 steel is a low-cost, structural steel with good strength and weldability. Ideal for frames, brackets, and general-purpose parts. It offers low corrosion resistance and moderate machinability.

Durable

Functional

Strong

Impact resistant

Heat resistant

Sandblasted

Stiff, low-friction thermoplastic with excellent machinability, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability. Common in gears, bushings, and precision moving parts.

Durable

Chemical resistant

Impact resistant

Functional

Smooth

Standard

AISI 8620H is a low-carbon alloy steel ideal for case hardening. It combines high surface wear resistance with a tough, ductile core, making it well-suited for gears, shafts, and high-stress parts.

Durable

Strong

Impact resistant

Sandblasted

Aluminum 5052 is a strong, corrosion-resistant alloy ideal for CNC machining. It offers high fatigue strength, excellent workability, and is widely used in marine, automotive, and aerospace parts.

Durable

Chemical resistant

Strong

Smooth

UV resistant

Standard

Anodized

Bead Blasted and Anodized

Aluminum 6061 is a strong, lightweight alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and good machinability. Ideal for aerospace, automotive, and general-purpose CNC-milled parts.

Durable

Strong

Heat resistant

Functional

Smooth

Standard

Anodized

Bead Blasted and Anodized

Aluminum 6063 is a medium-strength, heat-treatable alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and good formability. It's ideal for precision parts in architectural, structural, and electronic applications.

Durable

Functional

Chemical resistant

Smooth

Standard

Anodized

Bead Blasted and Anodized

Aluminum 7075 is a high-strength, heat-treatable alloy with excellent strength-to-weight ratio and fatigue resistance. Ideal for aerospace, motorsports, and high-load structural components.

Durable

Strong

Impact resistant

Functional

Standard

Anodized

Bead Blasted and Anodized

High-strength, wear-resistant material for low-friction, dry-running parts. Ideal for bushings, gliding elements, and motion components in automation and machinery.

Functional

Durable

Standard

Commercially pure iron offers excellent machinability, magnetic properties, and ductility. Ideal for magnetic, scientific, or precision parts requiring minimal alloy content.

Functional

Strong

Impact resistant

Magnetic

Standard

Developed by HP and Evonik, MJF PA12 Flame Retardant is ideal for functional parts to be used in industrial and electrical applications.

Flame retardant

Strong

Heat resistant

Smooth

Sustainable

Raw

High-strength titanium alloy with excellent corrosion resistance and low weight. Used in aerospace, medical, and high-performance mechanical components.

Durable

Strong

Impact resistant

Standard

Anodized

TrueSil is a 3D-printable pure silicone offering high flexibility, biocompatibility, and durability. Ideal for seals, wearables, and medical parts, it resists heat, UV, and repeated deformation.

Flexible

Biomedical

Heat resistant

Chemical resistant

Food safe

TrueSil A20

TrueSil A35

TrueSil A50

TrueSil A60