PLA
Polylactic Acid
Biodegradable thermoplastic derived from renewable resources
Properties
StrengthMedium
FlexibilityLow
Temperature50–60°C
Density1.24 g/cm³
Compatible Processes
FDM
Key Advantages
Easy to printBiodegradableLow warping
Applications
PrototypesEducationalDecorative items
ABS
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Strong and durable thermoplastic commonly used in manufacturing
StrengthHigh
FlexibilityMedium
Temperature80–95°C
Density1.04 g/cm³
FDM
Impact resistantHeat resistantStrong
Functional partsAutomotiveConsumer products
TPU
Thermoplastic Polyurethane
Flexible elastomer with rubber-like properties
StrengthMedium
FlexibilityVery High
Temperature60–80°C
Density1.20 g/cm³
FDMSLS
ElasticWear resistantImpact resistant
GasketsSealsWearablesGrips
Standard Resin
Standard Photopolymer Resin
General-purpose resin for high-resolution prints
StrengthMedium
FlexibilityLow
Temperature40–50°C
Density1.15 g/cm³
SLADLP
High detailSmooth finishCost-effective
PrototypesModelsVisual presentations
Tough Resin
Engineering Tough Resin
High-performance resin with ABS-like properties
StrengthHigh
FlexibilityMedium
Temperature50–65°C
Density1.17 g/cm³
SLADLP
Impact resistantStrongFunctional testing
Functional prototypesSnap-fit assembliesJigs
316L Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel alloy
StrengthVery High
FlexibilityLow
Temperature1400°C
Density8.00 g/cm³
DMLSBinder Jetting
Corrosion resistantHigh strengthBiocompatible
Medical devicesMarineFood processingChemical
Ti6Al4V
Titanium Grade 5
Aerospace-grade titanium alloy
StrengthVery High
FlexibilityLow
Temperature1660°C
Density4.43 g/cm³
DMLSEBM
High strength-to-weightBiocompatibleCorrosion resistant
AerospaceMedical implantsRacingHigh-performance
AlSi10Mg
Aluminum Silicon Magnesium
Lightweight aluminum alloy with good mechanical properties
StrengthHigh
FlexibilityLow
Temperature660°C
Density2.67 g/cm³
DMLS
LightweightGood strengthHeat treatable
AutomotiveAerospaceLightweight structures
Alumina
Aluminum Oxide
High-performance ceramic material
StrengthVery High
FlexibilityVery Low
Temperature2000°C+
Density3.95 g/cm³
Binder Jetting
Heat resistantWear resistantElectrical insulator
High-temperatureElectricalBiomedicalWear parts
Carbon Fiber Nylon
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Nylon
Nylon composite reinforced with carbon fiber
StrengthVery High
FlexibilityLow
Temperature150°C
Density1.15 g/cm³
FDM
High strength-to-weightStiffHeat resistant
AerospaceDronesToolingJigs and fixtures
