Materials Guide

Choose the ideal material for each application and learn about its characteristics

Material	Main Applications	Advantages	Considerations
PLA Material ecológico de origem vegetal com excelente acabamento superficial	Prototypes Decorative Parts Pedagogic material Art Miniatures and action figures	✓ Biodegradable ✓ Plenty of textures available ✓ Wide range of colors	⚠ Low thermal resistance (50°C) ⚠ Fragile in mechanical applications ⚠ Not recommended for outside use
PETG Versatile material that combines resistance and durability	Mechanical parts Containers and recipients Parts for outside use	✓ High impact resistance ✓ Chemical resistance ✓ Good UV resistance	⚠ Might show scratches easily when frictioned ⚠ Few texture options
ABS Resistant and versatile material for durable functional parts	Functional parts Auto parts Resistant toys Tools and supports	✓ High impact resistance ✓ Heat resistance up to 100ºC ✓ Machinable and sandable	⚠ Non-biodegradable ⚠ May stain when exposed to sunlight for long period
ASA Premium material for outside use with superior UV resistance	Parts for extensive outside usage Car parts Outside signs Garden furniture and decoration Marine equipment	✓ Excelente resistência UV ✓ Resistente a chuva e vento ✓ Suporta temperaturas até 98°C ✓ Mantém cor ao sol ✓ Resistente a químicos	⚠ Less color and texture options
TPU Rubber-like flexible material. High resistance.	Gaskets and joints Covers and lids Custom insoles Vibration dampeners Flexible components	✓ Extreme flexibility ✓ Abrasion resistant ✓ Oil and chemicals resistant ✓ Impact absorbant ✓ Superior durability	⚠ Technical constraints for multi-color prints