Use this guide to choose a material based on strength, detail, heat resistance, flexibility, finish, and cost. Platform-fulfilled materials may be limited by current production capacity and available colors.
FDM
Low-cost, easy to print, and good for prototypes, decorative objects, organizers, toys, and light-duty parts.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Hot cars, Outdoor heat, High-impact parts, Load-bearing mechanical use
Accuracy: +/-0.3% with a lower limit around +/-0.2 mm
Minimum wall: 1 mm
Finishes: Standard, Sanded
FDM
Durable, chemical resistant, and more heat tolerant than PLA, making it a strong default for practical parts.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Ultra-high detail miniatures, Very high heat, Rigid metal-like parts
Accuracy: +/-0.3% with a lower limit around +/-0.2 mm
Minimum wall: 1 mm
Finishes: Standard, Sanded
FDM
A tough engineering plastic with better impact resistance and heat resistance than PLA, but less suited to fine cosmetic detail.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Food contact, Very fine visual models, Parts where warping risk is unacceptable
Accuracy: +/-0.3% with a lower limit around +/-0.2 mm
Minimum wall: 1 mm
Finishes: Standard, Sanded, Polished
FDM
A flexible rubber-like material for parts that need grip, cushioning, bending, or impact absorption.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Sharp detail, Rigid brackets, Thin tall parts that must stay straight
Accuracy: +/-0.3% with a lower limit around +/-0.3 mm
Minimum wall: 1.2 mm
Finishes: Standard
FDM
A strong, wear-resistant engineering plastic for durable functional parts that need more toughness than PLA or PETG.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Lowest-cost prototypes, Glossy cosmetic surfaces, Parts that must stay perfectly dry during storage
Accuracy: +/-0.3% with a lower limit around +/-0.3 mm
Minimum wall: 1 mm
Finishes: Standard
SLADLPMSLALCD
A smooth, high-detail resin for figurines, display models, and prototypes where appearance matters more than toughness.
Recommended for
Watch out for
Impact-prone parts, Snap fits, Outdoor use, High heat
Accuracy: +/-0.2% with a lower limit around +/-0.2 mm
Minimum wall: 0.6 to 1 mm
Finishes: Standard, Matte, Glossy
