Printing Materials

Choose the right material for your project. Each has unique properties suited to different applications.

Material Strength Flexibility Heat Resistance Detail Price/gram Best For
PLA ★★★☆☆ ★☆☆☆☆ ★★☆☆☆ ★★★★☆ ₹5-7 Prototypes, models, display
ABS ★★★★☆ ★★☆☆☆ ★★★★☆ ★★★☆☆ ₹6-8 Functional parts, automotive
PETG ★★★★☆ ★★☆☆☆ ★★★☆☆ ★★★☆☆ ₹7-9 Mechanical parts, outdoor use
TPU ★★★☆☆ ★★★★★ ★★★☆☆ ★★☆☆☆ ₹9-14 Gaskets, phone cases, grips
Nylon ★★★★★ ★★★☆☆ ★★★★☆ ★★★☆☆ ₹11-17 Gears, hinges, wear parts
Standard Resin ★★☆☆☆ ★☆☆☆☆ ★★☆☆☆ ★★★★★ ₹11-17 Miniatures, jewelry, dental
Tough Resin ★★★★☆ ★★☆☆☆ ★★★☆☆ ★★★★★ ₹14-20 Functional precision parts

FDM Materials (Filament-based)

PLA

Budget Friendly

Polylactic Acid — biodegradable, easy to print, great surface finish. The most popular 3D printing material worldwide.

Heat Resistance~60°C
Layer AdhesionExcellent
Post-ProcessingEasy (sand, paint)
Colors Available15+

₹5-7/gram

ABS

Industrial

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene — strong, heat resistant, and can be vapor-smoothed for a glossy finish. Used in automotive and electronics.

Heat Resistance~100°C
Impact ResistanceHigh
Post-ProcessingAcetone smoothing
Warping RiskModerate

₹6-8/gram

PETG

Versatile

Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol — combines strength of ABS with ease of PLA. Chemical resistant and food-safe options available.

Heat Resistance~80°C
Chemical ResistanceGood
UV ResistanceGood
TransparencyAvailable

₹7-9/gram

TPU

Flexible

Thermoplastic Polyurethane — rubber-like flexibility. Perfect for gaskets, seals, phone cases, wearables, and vibration dampeners.

Shore Hardness85A-95A
ElongationUp to 580%
Abrasion ResistanceExcellent
Print SpeedSlower

₹9-14/gram

Nylon

Engineering

Polyamide — exceptional strength, wear resistance, and self-lubricating properties. Used for gears, hinges, and functional parts under load.

Tensile StrengthVery High
Wear ResistanceExcellent
Moisture SensitivityHigh (store dry)
Heat Resistance~110°C

₹11-17/gram

Resin Materials (SLA/LCD)

Standard Resin

General purpose photopolymer resin. Extremely high detail at 25-50μm layer resolution. Smooth surface finish straight off the printer.

Resolution25-50μm layers
Surface FinishMirror-smooth
BrittlenessModerate
Best ForMiniatures, jewelry

₹11-17/gram

Tough Resin

ABS-like properties with resin detail. Higher impact resistance and slight flexibility compared to standard resin.

Impact ResistanceHigh
Functional UseYes
Snap FitsSupported
Best ForEngineering parts

₹14-20/gram

Flexible Resin

Rubber-like resin with high detail. Combines the precision of resin printing with elastomeric properties.

Shore Hardness50A-80A
ElongationHigh
Detail LevelVery High
Best ForSeals, anatomical models

₹17-25/gram

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