Definition
A 3D printing material is a plastic (FDM filament) or a resin (SLA/LCD) chosen as a compromise: look, stiffness, heat, flex, detail. Exact values vary by brand and grade.
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Choosing a 3D printing material
The right material depends on use, not a marketing sheet. Here: qualitative comparisons, frequent traps, and links to the materials hub and the orientation tool.
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Materials
ABS ou ASA : chaleur indoor vs UV, tendances générales
ABS et ASA se ressemblent à l'impression, pas à l'usage. Chaleur, soleil, retrait : comparatif qualitatif, sans fiche labo FouTech3D.
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Materials · Guide
Which filament should you choose?
Studio guide: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, nylon by use. General trends, not a magic sheet.
4 min read
Materials
PLA or PETG: how to choose
Two common materials, two uses. An honest comparison for decor, proto and everyday parts.
3 min read
Materials
Resin or FDM: which process?
Fine detail versus everyday toughness. We choose from the use, not from the machine.
2 min read
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