materials guide

Choosing the right material is an important part of any 3D printing project. Different filament types are designed for different applications, offering variations in strength, flexibility, heat resistance, durability, appearance, and overall performance.

Below are examples of commonly available materials and their typical uses. This guide is intended as a general reference only — material selection can vary depending on the specific requirements of your project.

If you're unsure which material is best, simply send us an enquiry and we’ll help recommend the most suitable option for your application.

  • Easy to print with excellent surface finish and dimensional accuracy. Ideal for decorative objects and low-stress applications.
    Applications: Gifts, display models, prototypes, figurines, home décor, educational projects, concept models.

  • Durable & Everyday Functional Parts
    Strong, slightly flexible, and more heat and moisture resistant than PLA. Excellent all-round engineering material.
    Applications: Automotive brackets, electrical enclosures, replacement parts, organisers, outdoor accessories, functional prototypes.

  • Offers improved temperature resistance and toughness for demanding environments.
    Applications: Automotive interior components, housings, workshop parts, mounting systems, functional assemblies.

  • Similar to ABS with superior weather and UV resistance. Designed for long-term outdoor exposure.
    Applications: Outdoor brackets, automotive exterior components, signage, enclosures, garden equipment.

  • Rubber-like material with excellent flexibility and durability.
    Applications: Gaskets, protective covers, phone cases, vibration dampeners, seals, grips, flexible components.

  • Engineering-grade material with excellent impact resistance and structural performance.
    Applications: Mechanical components, industrial parts, functional prototypes, tooling.

  • High durability with excellent toughness and resistance to repeated movement.
    Applications: Gears, hinges, mechanical assemblies, automotive applications, load-bearing components.

  • Carbon fibre reinforced materials provide increased stiffness and premium finish for performance applications.
    Applications: Automotive parts, brackets, drone components, engineering projects, structural prototypes.