ABS Filament

ABS is a strong, impact-resistant plastic that’s often chosen for functional parts — especially when a prototype needs to be handled, tested, and used like the real thing.

When ABS is a sensible choice

If you need a part that can take a knock without cracking, ABS is usually a solid option. It’s tougher than PLA and it copes better when the part is being fitted, removed, and used repeatedly.

Where I see ABS working well is anything like brackets, housings, mounts, covers, and functional prototype parts where you actually want to test the strength, not just the shape.

• Brackets, housings, mounts and enclosures
• Functional prototypes that must be handled and tested
• Clips and parts where impact resistance matters

What to watch out for

ABS has its quirks — and if you don’t know what you’re doing, you’ll waste time and material. We’ve learnt what it takes to get it right:

• Needs a heated bed and enclosed chamber to avoid warping • Emits fumes — needs proper ventilation • Doesn’t love moisture or sun — keep it indoors • Layer adhesion is strong, but cracking can happen if cooled too fast

We print it based on the part’s real-world use. If it’s a daily-use component, we’ll go high infill and reinforce stress points. If it’s decorative, we optimise for surface finish and speed.

Hyper Speed ABS

The ABS thermoplastic composition of Hyper Speed material is subjected to a meticulously controlled heating process. This transformative procedure guarantees the seamless fusion of each layer, establishing a robust and flawless base for your design endeavors.

Cost-Effective Excellence Attain unmatched print quality without being burdened by financial limitations, positioning Hyper Speed ABS as a beacon of cost-effective innovation. Dominant Presence: Hyper Speed ABS boasts an impressive 80% market share in the world of 3D printed items, a testament to its unparalleled versatility.

Testing Method: ISO 1183, GB/T 1033

ABS – Tough, Functional and Built to Last

ABS is one of those materials we’ve all come across, even if we didn’t realise it. It’s in car dashboards, power tool casings, plumbing fittings — because it’s strong, impact-resistant, and doesn’t wear down easily. In the 3D printing world, it’s a solid option for parts that need to take a knock, be heat-resistant, and survive actual use — not just sit on a shelf.

I’ve used ABS plenty of times when the job needed something strong but didn’t justify the price of injection moulding. One customer came to me with a broken train lever clip — couldn’t find replacements anywhere. We reverse-engineered it, printed it in ABS, and saved them thousands. Job done.

Key Technical Specifications (Typical Values)

• Tensile strength: 40–50 MPa • Elongation at break: 10–30% • Impact resistance: High • Heat deflection temperature: 90–105°C • Density: ~1.04 g/cm³ • UV resistance: Poor – can go brittle outdoors • Surface finish: Matte, with post-process options • Chemical resistance: Good (acids, alkalis, oils)

ABS isn’t perfect for everything, but when you need a rigid, impact-resistant part with decent heat resistance — it’s still one of the best all-rounders.

Why Engineers Use ABS

You turn to ABS when the part has to do a job. It’s a great material for: • Structural parts under light to medium loads • Housings that need some heat resistance • Snap-fits and clips that won’t snap the first time you use them • Prototyping for injection-moulded products • Mounts, brackets, and covers for industrial settings

It’s more durable than PLA, more stable than PETG under pressure, and more affordable than Nylon.

Real-World Applications

Here’s where we’ve used ABS in real customer jobs: • Replacement mechanical parts for older equipment • Electrical housings and control panel brackets • Machine guards and protective caps • Functional prototypes for automotive components • Fixtures and jigs for repeat-use on assembly lines

We even offer post-processing — sanding, resin coating, or primer — if a customer wants a near-finished look or extra strength.

Why Buyers Choose ABS

For manufacturers, ABS hits the sweet spot: • Affordable without sacrificing durability • Ideal for low- to mid-volume production • Strong enough for real-world use • Can be chemically smoothed for presentation models • Easy to sand, drill or post-process

And because there’s no tooling involved, you’re not locked into anything. Change the design? No problem — we’ll just reprint it.

ABS is one of those materials we trust. We’ve used it to solve real issues — not just design problems, but production headaches and sourcing nightmares. Like the customer who needed clips for a train lever — they were facing a £5,000+ bill for moulding, and we solved it for a couple hundred using ABS.

That’s what we do — take the job, make it work, and save our customers money in the process.

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