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MATERIALS

3D printing utilizes a variety of materials; from thermoplastics, to metals to composites. At 3D Productions we currently offer several types of high quality thermoplastics that are suited to a variety of applications. This page provides more information of our available materials. With our years of experience 3D printing over 1000 parts, you can rely on us to pick the best material for your application.

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Poly Lactic Acid (PLA)

PLA is ideal for the fast and reliable printing of parts and prototypes with a high quality surface finish and decent strength. The primary drawbacks of PLA are it's lack of flexibility and low service temperature of 60C.

Material properties:

  • Density: ~1.31g/cm^3

  • Ultimate strength: 65MPa

  • Tensile elongation at failure: 8%

  • Max service temperature: 60C

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Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG)

Good layer adhesion gives PETG parts great overall strength making it a  suitable material for mechanical applications. UV resistance also allows PETG parts to be used outdoors. Chemically resistant, slightly flexible and food safe. A versatile material that is suitable for both decorative and functional parts.

Material properties:

  • Density: ~1.38g/cm^3

  • Ultimate strength: 53MPa

  • Tensile elongation at failure: 25%

  • Max service temperature: 80C
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Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS)

SBS is a synthetic rubber derived from styrene and butadiene, exhibiting properties of both plastic and rubber. It is lightweight, UV resistant, impact resistant, moderately flexible and food safe, making it a versatile material.

Material properties:

  • Density: ~1.02g/cm^3

  • Ultimate strength: 57MPa 

  • Tensile elongation at failure: 50%

  • Max service temperature:  70C
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Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

TPU is a rubber like material that has excellent layer adhesion making it extremely durable with near isotropic mechanical properties. It is also a flexible material making it suitable for applications that require flexibility, high durability, and chemical resistance.

Material properties:

  • Density: ~1.21g/cm^3

  • Ultimate strength: 30MPa 

  • Tensile elongation at failure: >350%

  • Max service temperature:  70C
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Carbon fiber filled Nylon (PA6 - CF)

PA6-CF outperforms almost every 3D printing material, offering extreme durability, strength, and heat resistance, featuring a heat deflection temperature of 210°C.

Material properties:

  • Density: ~1.17g/cm^3

  • Ultimate strength: 105MPa

  • Tensile elongation at failure: 4%

  • Max service temperature: 178C
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