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On this page you will find a summary table with the main properties of each of our filaments. It is designed so that you can quickly compare all our products and easily select which one best suits your needs. If you need more detailed information you can always consult the technical sheets.
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esFil PLA MAX |
esFil PETG MAX |
esFil PETG MAX Matte |
eFil TPU 85A |
eFil TPU 90A |
eFil TPU 60D | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical properties | Density | 1.24 g/cc | 1.29 g/cc | 1.29 g/cc | 1.19 g/cc | 1.19 g/cc | 1.19 g/cc |
| Thermal properties | Melting temperature | 165 - 180 ºC | 210 ºC | 220 ºC | 225 ºC | 225 ºC | 225 ºC |
| Thermal properties | Glass transition temperature | 55-60ºC | 80 ºC | 80 ºC | -38 ºC | -38 ºC | -38 ºC |
| Mechanical properties | Tensile strength | 51 MPa | 50 MPa | 50 MPa | 37 MPa | 42 MPa | 44 MPa |
| Mechanical properties | Tensile elongation | 3.31 % | 4 % | 4 % | 550 % | 440 % | 380 % |
| Mechanical properties | Impact | IZOD 118 J/m2 | 4.4 KJ/m2 | 4.4 KJ/m2 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 3D printing properties | Printing temperature | 200 -220 ºC | 230 -240 ºC | 240 - 260 ºC | 220 -240 ºC | 220 -240 ºC | 220 -240 ºC |
| 3D printing properties | Nozzle | All sizes and materials | All sizes and materials | All sizes and materials | >0.4 mm / All materials | >0.4 mm / All materials | >0.4 mm / All materials |
| 3D printing properties | Hot bed temperature | 50 ºC | 80 -90 ºC | 80 -90 ºC | No | No | No |
| 3D printing properties | Bed Adhesion | Lacquer, Glue stick | Lacquer, Glue stick | Lacquer, Glue stick | Lacquer, Glue stick | Lacquer, Glue stick | Lacquer, Glue stick |
| 3D printing properties | Layer fan | 50-100% | 0 - 60% | 0 % | 50 -100 % | 50 -100 % | 50 -100 % |
| 3D printing properties | Printer closed? | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| 3D printing properties | Print speed | < 300mm/s | < 300mm/s | < 300mm/s | < 80mm/s | < 80mm/s | < 80mm/s |
| 3D printing properties | Pre-drying? | Optional | Optional | Optional | Mandatory | Mandatory | Mandatory |
| 3D printing properties | Filament drying | 60 ºC 8h | 65 ºC 8h | 65 ºC 8h | 70ºC 8h | 70ºC 8h | 70ºC 8h |
esFil PLA MAX:
PLA MAX is a popular 3D printing material due to its ease of use and wide color gamut. It's a great choice for beginners as it doesn't require a heated bed on most printers and has good adhesion. However, PLA MAX has limitations in terms of thermal resistance and is not suitable for high temperature applications. It may also be prone to warping over time when exposed to moisture.
Advantages:
- Easy to print and good adhesion to the hot bed.
- Wide range of colors available.
- Does not require a heated bed in most printers.
Disadvantages:
- Lower thermal resistance than other materials.
- Less flexible than materials like TPU.
- Not resistant to long-term humidity.
esFil PETG MAX:
PETG MAX is known for its thermal and chemical resistance, making it ideal for engineering applications and durable parts. Although it offers good mechanical properties, such as tensile strength, it can be more demanding in terms of printing temperature and hot bed control. It is often used in applications where strength and durability are required, but attention must be paid to print settings.
Advantages:
- Good thermal and chemical resistance.
- Adequate mechanical resistance.
- Suitable for engineering applications and durable parts.
Disadvantages:
- Requires higher printing temperatures.
- Tends to warp if the temperature of the bed is not properly controlled.
- More prone to strings and retractions than PLA.
eFil TPU:
TPU is a highly flexible and elastic material that is well suited to applications that require flexibility and cushioning, such as phone cases and shoe parts. One of its main advantages is the availability of different hardnesses, which allows the material to be adapted to various needs. However, printing with TPU can be more complicated due to its flexibility, and specific settings are required to avoid extrusion issues.
Advantages:
- Great flexibility and shock resistance.
- Ideal for elastic and shock-absorbing parts.
- Variety of hardnesses available for different applications.
Disadvantages:
- May be more difficult to print due to its flexibility.
- Requires specific printer settings.
