| Process | Lead Time | Colors | Resolution | Price | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FDM 3D printing | 24 hours | Black, Blue, Neutral, Red, White | 0.25 mm | $$ | Strength & complex geometries |
ABS is a plastic material that’s great for mechanical strength and early stage rough prototypes. ABS is a cost-effective material for initial prototyping applications, and with post-processing options it can offer better surface finish than PLA.
Tensile Strength | Elongation at Break | Modulus of Elasticity | Flexural Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
31 MPa (XZ Axis), 26 MPa (ZX Axis) | 6% | 2200 MPa (320000 PSI) | 58 MPa (8450 PSI) |
ABS has a matte finish with distinguished extrusion lines as the result of low-resolution (0.1 mm) layering. ABS comes in three colors, which each vary slightly in terms of finish: Black, White, and Neutral.
Black ABS is somewhat more shiny than its Neutral and White counterparts and is comparable to the finish of black PLA.
ABS in color Neutral has a more milky finish, while White ABS has the least shiny finish of the three.
Max Part Size [x, y, z] | Min Clearance + Gaps for Fit | Min Wall Thickness |
|---|---|---|
500 x 500 x 500 mm | 0.5 mm | 1 mm min |
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