Filament materials guide
Every common FDM filament explained — print settings, mechanical properties, and what each material is actually good for.
PLA
Polylactic Acid
The best starting point for most prints
Nozzle temp
190–220°C
Heat resistance
up to 60°C
Printability
10
Strength
6
Heat resist
2
any printer
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PETG
Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol
The best balance of ease and performance
Nozzle temp
220–250°C
Heat resistance
up to 80°C
Printability
8
Strength
7
Heat resist
5
heated bed
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ABS
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Tough, heat-resistant, and post-processable
Nozzle temp
220–250°C
Heat resistance
up to 100°C
Printability
5
Strength
8
Heat resist
8
heated bedenclosure
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TPU
Thermoplastic Polyurethane
Flexible, impact-absorbing, and tough
Nozzle temp
210–240°C
Heat resistance
up to 80°C
Printability
5
Strength
5
Heat resist
5
any printer
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ASA
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
ABS with proper outdoor and UV resistance
Nozzle temp
230–260°C
Heat resistance
up to 100°C
Printability
5
Strength
8
Heat resist
8
heated bedenclosure
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Nylon
Polyamide (PA)
Strong, flexible, and chemically resistant
Nozzle temp
230–270°C
Heat resistance
up to 120°C
Printability
4
Strength
9
Heat resist
7
heated bedenclosure
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PC
Polycarbonate
Maximum strength and heat resistance
Nozzle temp
270–310°C
Heat resistance
up to 135°C
Printability
3
Strength
10
Heat resist
10
heated bedenclosure
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