ABS

If you have a 3D printer, chances are you’ve heard of ABS filament.

While not the most popular filament material for FDM 3D printers, ABS is easily in the top 3. Many users prefer ABS over PLA and other materials for its high heat resistance, durability,…

When it comes to 3D printing, ABS filament is one of the most widely used plastic materials. ABS plastic was originally developed in the 1940s and became popular in the automotive industry (among others) due to the plastic’s high heat resistance, decent impact resistance, and…

Acetone welding Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene plastic (ABS) is quite a useful technique for all those times when you want to join two ABS parts (3D printed or not).

If you have ever faced a situation where you wanted to 3D print a large sword, but your…

ABS and ASA are two very popular 3D printable filament materials, known for their exceptional strength and post-processing compatibility. While these two thermoplastics have similar names and are used for similar applications, the filaments are far from the same.

ASA filament costs slightly more than ABS…

The first layer of an ABS 3D print is arguably the most important layer, as every subsequent layer depends on its success. And if you are dealing with ABS warping on the first layer, you open yourself up to a host of issues.

Warping, also known…

When it comes to 3D printing filaments, ABS isn’t typically the crowd favorite. While ABS filament is affordable and yields much more durable parts compared to PLA, the material is noticeably more difficult to print. Even more critical are its toxicity and safety concerns.

Unlike PLA…

Although ABS filament is one of the more difficult materials to 3D print with, it’s still one of the most popular filaments available. And while 3D printer features like a heated bed are a given for printing ABS, whether you can 3D print ABS without…

Despite its popularity, 3D printing ABS is usually a headache and a half (quite literally, if you aren’t careful with the fumes). Its high printing temperature and shrinkage rate make it especially prone to issues with warping, layer adhesion, and dimensional accuracy.

While it’s easy to…

Bridges and overhangs are some of the most challenging 3D printing techniques you can do. Add ABS to the equation and it’s even more challenging to pull off successfully.

Why? Because ABS is extremely sensitive to fluctuations in temperature, it doesn’t work well with a lot…

Anyone who regularly works with 3D printing materials like PLA or PETG knows what a pain (literally) it is to get smooth and shiny 3D prints from sanding. A medium-sized print can take several hours to sand smooth, which just isn’t feasible for large-scale production.

That’s…

PETG and ABS are two popular materials used in 3D printing that have excellent heat resistance and durability. While PETG is an excellent choice for easier printing and strong parts, ABS is a hobbyist favorite for its easy post-processing.

Once you’ve mastered using lower melting point…

Ready to start 3D printing with ABS filament but aren’t sure where to start? You’re not alone. ABS is one of the more difficult materials to use in 3D printing and needs the right print settings and environment for the best results.

In this article, we’ll…