ABS is a commonly used filament suitable for making more durable and stronger parts than with PLA, as it can stand higher temperatures, it is slightly more flexible, and can be easily painted. It can be treated with acetone or acetone vapor to give it a glossy finish (be careful) and to make the object stronger or to solidly glue parts together. Use HIPS as support material for printing ABS. ABS shrinks when it cools so you should use an enclosed printer with warm and steady air temperature (> 25°C) in order to prevent delamination or warping.
Main application
Benefits
- High impact resistance, slightly flexible.
- UV, heat, and abrasion resistance.
- Ideal for post-processing for a shiny, smooth surface (advanced users).
Recommended printer settings
| Hotend | All Metal | |
| Print temp | 235±5°C | |
| Print bed temp (first/later) | 95°C | |
| Fans | Off | |
| Closed Environment | Required | |
| Notes | N/A | |
Physical properties
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 2.85 mm |
| Tolerance | +/- 0.02 mm | +/- 0.03 mm |
| Roundness Accuracy | 99% | |
| Moisture Content | < 0.02% | |
| Density | 1.05 g/cm 3 - ISO 1183/B | |
| Melt Mass-Flow Rate | 38 g/10 min - ISO 1133 (220ᵒC/10kg) | |
| Tg | 90-105°C | |
| Tm | N/A | |
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WARNING: This Filament - when used in the operation of 3D Printers or 3D Pens - can expose you and others in the same room to styrene, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ALWAYS USE THIS PRODUCT IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA. |