PLA
Best for prototypes, mockups, display parts. Easy and economical.
- • Pros: clean prints, affordable
- • Cons: lower heat resistance
- • Use: concept models, indoor parts
Materials Guide (Dubai/UAE)
Choosing the right material decides strength, heat resistance, outdoor durability, and finish. If unsure, WhatsApp us your use-case and we’ll suggest the best option.
PETG
Great all-rounder: better toughness and durability than PLA.
- • Pros: tougher, good layer bonding
- • Cons: can be stringy
- • Use: enclosures, brackets, functional prototypes
ASA
Recommended for UAE outdoor use: UV + weather resistance.
- • Pros: UV-resistant, outdoor durable
- • Cons: needs controlled printing
- • Use: outdoor mounts, car accessories, signage parts
ABS
Strong, heat-tolerant, good for functional parts with proper printing.
- • Pros: strong, higher temperature tolerance
- • Cons: warping risk if not controlled
- • Use: tool parts, functional housings
Resin (SLA/DLP)
High detail and smooth finish. Best for intricate models and fine features.
- • Pros: very high detail, smooth
- • Cons: post-processing needed
- • Use: miniatures, decorative models, fine prototypes
Not sure? Tell us your use-case
We’ll recommend material + print settings based on strength & finish.
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