Materials for FDM 3D Printing

Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) offers exceptional versatility for the additive manufacturing of functional prototypes and industrial tooling using technical thermoplastics. In this technical guide, we analyse the behaviour of our filaments against mechanical stress and environmental conditions, helping you validate your designs quickly and efficiently.

FDM 3D Printing - Materials Comparison Table

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Brand/Manufacturer Description Density [g/cc] Flexibility (Flexural Modulus [MPa]) Flexural Strength [MPa] Tensile Modulus [MPa] Tensile Strength [MPa] Elongation at Break Impact Strength [kJ/m²] Heat Deflection Temp (1.82 MPa) [°C] Glass Transition Temperature [°C] Hardness at 23°C (Shore A or D) Special Characteristic
SAKATA PLA 850 1,24 - - 2.315 50 3% 118 Izod ent. 80 (0,45MPa) - - NO FDA
SAKATA PLA HR-870 1,22 2.414 73 2.865 40 233 Izod ent. 80 (0,45MPa) - - NO FDA
SAKATA PETG 1,27 2.110 73 - 50 140% 64-70 (0,45MPa) - - NO FDA
BAMBU PAHT-CF 1,06 4100 / Z 1680 140/ Z 68 3.860/ Z 2.180 88 / Z 64 10 / Z 5% 58 / Z 13 Charpy no ent 170 70 - PA12+Carb.Fib
BAMBU TPU FLEX 1,21 - - - 40 500% - - - 93 A
SMARTFIL ABS 1,04 2.245 68 - 32,90 2,6 - 0,7% 50 / Z 5,3 Charpy no ent - 104 82,7 D

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