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title: FDM 3D Printing Materials Guide | Ineo
description: Discover technical thermoplastics for FDM 3D printing. Strength, mechanical properties, and direct industrial applications.
date: 2020-03-31
url: https://ineo.es/en/technologies/engineering-hub/material-guide/fdm-3d-printing
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# 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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