Ideal filament for outdoor applications
ASA (Acrylic styrene-acrylonitrile) is an opaque thermoplastic 3D printing filament with similar mechanical properties to ABS but superior UV and weather resistance. Therefore, it is commonly used in outdoor applications which can retain their color and properties.
- UV resistance
- High impact and wear resistance
- High heat resistance
- High toughness
ASA, which stands for acrylic styrene-acrylonitrile, is an amorphous, opaque thermoplastic that is structurally similar to ABS. In many cases, they are quite interchangeable in purpose but ASA has a few key differentiating features that make it suitable for certain applications over ABS. ASA is significantly more resistant to UV light and weathering, making it the better choice for applications with extended outdoor exposure. ASA can boast slightly better mechanical properties but it can also cost slightly more in some cases. Because ABS is so popular and has many more options, it is generally recommended to go with ABS unless outdoor exposure is a concern.
Compatibility
Printer: Raise3D E2/ Raise3D Pro2 Series/ Raise3D Pro3 Series/ Raise3D Pro3 HS Series/ Raise3D Pro3 Series with Hyper Speed Upgrade Kit/ Raise3D E2CF/ Raise3D RMF500
Filament: Raise3D Premium PVA+ Filament
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Raise3D Premium ASA Filament Black Applications
Applications
Items for outdoor use
Manufacturing aids and fixtures
End-use parts
Production tools
Functional prototypes
Raise3D Premium ASA Filament Benefits
- UV Resistance
- Chemical Resistance
- Heat Resistance