Affordable pricing

One of the main features of ABS material is the fact that it is affordable, making it a type of additive manufacturing material that is favored by many industries. The cost of 3D printing with ABS material has reduced significantly, because of the lapse of patents that relate to FFF technology, saving businesses and industries a considerable amount of money.

Physical properties

The physical properties of ABS filament are really good, such as a high level of tensile strength and stiffness. It is used for mechanical purposes and because of its electrical properties. Heat and chemical resistance make ABS favorable for many applications, while it is flame retardant as well.

Great mechanical properties

The material is known to be strong, tough and durable. It is also forgiving to scratches, offers good resistance to heat and everyday chemicals. It can endure heat, pressure and stress like no other home 3D printer material, making it a great choice for „wear and tear “prints. You can try this out yourself: If you move a strain of ABS filament, will distort and bend before breaking. PLA breaks much more easily.

Great results

 It’s quite forgiving, as long as you print with the right settings and a proper temperature management. You can even achieve overhangs of around 45 degrees. If the print succeeds, the results are very convincing.

Easy to process

Most makers like the material because you can process its surfaces with acetone, glue parts and even file off some material. Lastly, it can be easily painted with acrylic colors.