MATERIAL GUIDE
PLA (Polylactic Acid):
– PLA is a biodegradable thermoplastic filament derived from renewable resources like cornstarch or sugarcane.
– It’s known for its ease of use, minimal warping, and low odour during printing.
– However, it has lower temperature resistance compared to some other filaments, limiting its use in high-temperature environments.
-PLA is commonly used for decorative items, artistic prints, and prototypes with no specific functional requirements.
PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol):
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- PETG combines the ease of printing of PLA with the durability of ABS.
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- It’s resistant to moisture and UV radiation, making it suitable for outdoor applications.
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- PETG is used for water bottles, mechanical parts, and consumer products.
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- It has less warping compared to ABS and doesn’t emit strong odours during printing.
TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
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- TPU is a flexible and elastic filament with excellent resistance to abrasion.
- It’s ideal for creating soft, rubber-like items such as phone cases, shoe soles, and gaskets.
- TPU is popular for making functional prototypes requiring flexibility and impact resistance.
- It offers good layer-to-layer adhesion and is relatively easy to print with.