Polymaker PolyLite ABS Black 3kg (1.75mm)

High quality PolyLite™ ABS which has significantly lower volatile content compared to traditional ABS filaments.

• High quality Polymaker ABS with less odour.
• Great mechanical strength and durability.
• High heat resistance up to 99℃ HDT.
• Good post-processing capability.
• Cardboard spool & packaging (made from 100% recycled cardboard)

PolyLite™ is a family of 3D printing filaments made with the best raw materials to deliver exceptional quality and reliability. PolyLite™ covers the most popular 3D printing materials to meet your everyday needs in design and prototyping. PolyLite™ ABS is made with a specialty bulk-polymerised ABS resin, which has significantly lower volatile content compared to traditional ABS resins. It delivers excellent printing quality with minimal odor during printing.

Material Comparison

Compare PolyLite™ PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA and PC.

Please note other product ranges such as PolyMax™ PLA, PETG and PC have different properties compared to the PolyLite™ range.

Data taken from Polymakers Technical Data Sheet and is intended for reference and comparison purposes only. Due to the nature of 3D printing, data should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes.

ABS is one of the earliest and most common 3D Printing materials which has maintained its popularity for prototyping and additive manufacturing applications due to its low cost, balanced mechanical / thermal properties and excellent printing quality.

• Great toughness and heat resistance.
• Excellent price when compared to other engineering plastics.
• ABS materials are relatively easy to sand.

While printing with the right environmental temperature is very important for this material, ABS is an incredibly popular and worthwhile choice for low cost and functional applications. 

PolyLite™ ABS is a cost effective material for manufacturing functional parts with great toughness, chemical resistance, heat resistance and ductility. With a heat resistance of up to 100˚C, PolyLite™ ABS can handle the temperature requirements of a wide range of applications, offering a durable solution for product manufacturing. When compared to materials like regular PLA and PETG, PolyLite™ ABS features improved ductility, enabling users to print parts designed with snap fit componentry.

Printing Settings

The above are printing recommendations based on 0.4 mm nozzle. Please note ideal printing conditions may vary depending on your 3D printer setup. For high speed 3D printers, make sure to increase your extrusion temperature in order to use higher printing speeds.

ABS filaments benefit from a hot environment. When printing larger or higher density models it can be beneficial to pre-heat your build plate 20 - 30 minutes before printing. In colder climates a longer pre-heating time may be useful.

For other tips printing PolyLite™ ABS contact us!

Specification

Compatibility

PolyLite™ ABS has been engineered with compatibility in mind to print excellently on a wide range of professional 3D printers. This material requires a heated bed and we recommend printing with an enclosure or heated chamber for sizeable or thin models.

Of course with thousands of unique 3d printer models on the market, we can't guarantee each filament type will work with every 3D printer.

Technical Data

All testing specimens were printed under the following conditions: Nozzle Temperature = 260˚C, build plate temperature = 110˚C, infil = 100%, cooling fan = OFF
All specimens were conditioned at room temperature for 24h prior to testing.

THERMAL PROPERTIES

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

We have full MDS and technical data sheets for PolyLite™ ABS and all other Polymaker products. Contact us to enquire!

The typical values presented in Polymakers data sheet are intended for reference and comparison purposes only. Due to the nature of 3D printing they should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes.

STORAGE & DRYING

Before packaging, PolyLite™ ABS is dried to ensure the best printing quality and filaments are vacuum sealed to protect the filament from moisture. When not in use PolyLite™ ABS should be stored away from sunlight in the packaged resealable bag.

Like other ABS filaments, PolyLite™ ABS is susceptible to absorbing moisture from the air which can subsequently effect the quality and mechanical properties of the final prints. We recommend storing PolyLite™ ABS in the PolyBox™ or a dry cabinet during printing to prevent moisture absorption which will lower the quality of the print. The PolyBox™ keeps the filament at dry conditions (relative humidity of 15% or less). 

If you hear popping sounds and notice that the surface quality of your print is uneven or the color is not consistent, this is a likely indicator that the filament has absorbed too much moisture. Spools of PolyLite™ ABS can be dried in a preheated convection oven at 70˚C for up to 6 hours. Results may vary depending on the accuracy of your oven so please be conservative. For more information about filament drying please read our user guide.

FAQ

Q: How does PolyLite™ ABS compare to other ABS materials?
A: Like Polymaker's other products, PolyLite™ ABS is designed specifically with 3D printing in mind. The raw ingredients in this material were chosen to reduce odor when printing and to maximize performance. Additionally users will also note when comparing technical data; PolyLite™ ABS is one of the strongest ABS materials on the market, outperforming many other brands.

Q: Do I need an enclosure to print PolyLite™ ABS?
A: This is really dependent on the ambient room temperature, size, geometry and infil density of your parts. The general rule of thumb is that the larger your project is, the more important an enclosure or heated chamber becomes. When printing without an enclosure it is important to keep the printer away from cold drafts that could impact the print.

Q: Can I post-process PolyLite™ ABS with acetone?
A: In short, yes PolyLite™ ABS can be smoothed with acetone although we highly recommend considering safer alternatives.
WARNING: Acetone is a dangerous chemical that requires handling with the necessary safety precautions. It is not a process we recommend and there are many methods which can pose a undue and serious fire risk which can cause damage to your health, property and even result in death. See Exhibit 1 - "reddit.com - TIFU by almost burning my house down trying to smooth out a 3D print"

Q: Is ABS a UV resistant plastic?
A: No, there are some misconceptions but ABS is not an inherently UV resistant plastic. A high quality ASA filament like PolyLite™ ASA is better suited for applications for the out doors. Alternatively some users paint their ABS 3D printed parts to provide UV protection.

Q: Can ABS be printed at large scales without warping?
A: A stable high temperature environment is required to print larger ABS parts without warping. Whether a part is susceptible to warping will vary on how the residual stress releases within the parts geometry. Most users print ABS with the heated bed set to 100˚C with an enclosure to passively heat the surrounding environment. This effectively reduces the internal stresses cause warping or cracking. To guarantee that ABS can be printed at any size without warping, 3D printing with a professionally designed heated chamber is required.

Q: Should I rewind this filament if I want to use it with a different spool?
A: We strongly advise against tampering with the product by rewinding. See our article for full details about the risks. All Polymaker filaments are wound with tension but without strain. Rewinding completely rearranges the curvature of the winding and this strain over time can cause most plastics to catastrophically break. If for some reason your printer is locked into fitting less than standard sized spools, there may be safe printable adaptors or external mounting solutions available.

Don't know where to start? Or which filament will suit your application? We have a broad range of support options including telephone support. Contact us today!

Polymaker is an international team passionate about 3D printing. They produce the very best 3D printing materials by controlling every stage of production. With a diverse portfolio of materials ranging from high performance plastics to unique aesthetic solutions, Polymaker will continue to add cutting edge materials to its ever-growing portfolio.

At the core of Polymaker is their research & development laboratory, this is where all Polymakers materials are formulated and fine-tuned from the ground up to create the best in class 3D printing materials. Their precision testing equipment combines the latest advancements in technology to ensure they are ahead of the game.

PolyLite™ ABS like all other Polymaker materials is manufactured using state-of-the-art polymer processing technologies and equipment. Polymakers rigorous quality control processes ensure industrial standards of reliability for a consistent customer experience.

Tolerance - Polymakers custom developed extrusion, control and monitoring solutions to ensure filament tolerance and roundness meet Polymakers strict quality standards.
Reliable Mechanical, Colouring & Printing Properties - Every batch of filament products are tested to ensure all quality specs (melt flow, softening point, mechanical, diameter, round-ness) are met.
Drying & Vacuum Sealing - Before packaging, all Polymaker filaments are dried to a moisture level of < 0.1% to ensure the best printing quality and are vacuum sealed to protect the filament from moisture. All vacuum packaged products are left for 24 hours before boxing to ensure they are leak-free.