The Master Material Guide

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• The Baseline: Great for indoor prototypes, display models, and "Proof of Concept" parts.
• PLA+ (High-Impact): Our standard for 2A builds and tools. It is significantly tougher than basic PLA, offering the best rigidity for parts that must hold their shape under pressure.
• Best For: Display pieces, custom tool handles, and indoor mechanical prototypes.

• The All-Rounder: A "best of both worlds" plastic that is tougher than PLA but easier to print than industrial materials.
• Properties: Naturally waterproof, chemical resistant, and slightly flexible (it bends before it snaps).
• Best For: Fishing lures, kitchen gadgets, garden tools, and snap-fit assemblies.

• The Automotive King: This is why we use an enclosed P1S. These materials require high, stable heat to prevent warping.
• ASA: Our #1 choice for outdoor and truck parts. It is 100% UV-stable and won't degrade or melt in the sun.
• Best For: Truck dash mounts, hitch inserts, marine hardware, and exterior drone parts.

• Industrial Strength: Nylon is incredibly wear-resistant and has very low friction.
• Properties: It is the go-to for parts that need to slide or rotate against each other without wearing down.
• Best For: Gears, bushings, hinges, and heavy-duty mechanical linkages.

• What it is: We take high-end plastics (PLA, PETG, or Nylon) and infuse them with chopped carbon fiber strands.
• The Advantage: This doesn't just make them look "cool" (matte finish); it significantly increases Stiffness and Heat Resistance. Carbon fiber prevents the part from "creeping" (deforming over time under a load).
• Best For: High-performance drone frames, racing components, engine bay brackets, and high-end aesthetic parts.

MPLA+                 Outdoor Use?    Heat Limit    Impact Rating

 PLA+                          No                            130∘F      ⭐⭐⭐

PETG                      Limited                      165∘F       ⭐⭐⭐⭐

ASA                             Yes                            210∘F      ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Nylon                        Yes                            180∘F       ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Carbon Fiber       Varies                         High        ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Stiffest)