ABS

Strong, impact-resistant thermoplastic with good temperature resistance, suited for durable functional parts and enclosures.

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Higher heat resistance Strong, durable parts Supports machining

Pros

Can be milled and drilled
Supports vapor smoothing
Industry standard polymer

Cons

Low UV resistance unless coated
May not work for larger parts due to warping
Produces toxic fumes when burned

FDM 3D Printing

Functional / mechanical
Solid

ABS description

ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene) is a widely used engineering thermoplastic known for its strength, toughness, and impact resistance. It has a glass-transition temperature around 95–105C, giving it better heat resistance than PLA and PETG while remaining relatively inexpensive compared with higher-end engineering polymers. ABS also offers good machinability, moderate chemical resistance, and a balance of rigidity and toughness that makes it suitable for durable functional parts, mechanical components, and protective enclosures. It can be sanded, drilled, and solvent-smoothed, allowing both functional and visually refined finished parts. However, low UV resistance make it less ideal for outdoor use unless painted.

ABS specifications

Density	1.07 g/cm³
Elongation at break	30 %
Heat deflection temperature	95 °C
Shore hardness	85 D
Applicable presets	Functional / mechanical, Solid
Available colors	Black White Silver
Max printing volume	300 x 300 x 300 mm

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