Choosing filament
Which filament to use for the job in hand, and what the different types and finishes are like to print.
- Best filament for car parts The best 3D printer filament for car parts, inside and out: ASA, ABS, PC and nylon, and why PLA warps in a hot car.
- Best filament for heat resistance The most heat resistant 3D printer filaments, from ASA and ABS at 95–100 °C to PC and nylon, with what each needs to print.
- Best filament for miniatures The best filament for printing miniatures on an FDM printer: PLA for crisp detail, matte finishes and nozzle tips.
- Best filament for outdoor use The best 3D printer filament for outdoor use: ASA for sun and heat, PETG for easy prints, TPU for flexible parts.
- Best filament for supports The best support filament for clean prints: water-soluble PVA for PLA, HIPS for ABS and ASA, and interface tricks.