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ABS Filaments for Durable 3D Prints
We produce ABS Filaments for 3D printing using 100% virgin resins to provide the best quality filament. From raw material sourcing, manufacturing, and storage, our filament production follows careful procedures in order to produce consistent and fail-proof filament products.
At Monofilament DIrect, we want our brand to be a trusted brand for every 3D printer user. Our filaments go through stringent manufacturing procedures to ensure the best quality.
Monofilament Direct ABS Printing Specifications
| Printing Temperature: | 230- 260°C |
| Bed Temperature: | 100°C |
| Bed Surface Material: | Textured PEI, Kapton Tape, Glass |
How to Select the Right ABS Filament?
- Filament Diameter
- Spool Weight
- ABS Filament Color Selection
Filament Diameter
We offer both 1.75 mm and 2.85 mm ABS filament to offer compatibility for all 3D printers.
Monofilament Direct 1.75 mm ABS filaments are suited to most 3D printers, while the 2.85 mm ABS is compatible with Ultimaker and Lulzbot Printers.
Spool Weight
Monofilament Direct provides various filament spool weights to accommodate for varied applications and users. We offer spools from 1kg, 2.5 kg, to 4.5 kg. You can contact us for wholesale and bulk orders.
| 1 kg (2.2 lbs) 1.75 mm ABS | 1 kg (2.2 lbs) 2.85 mm ABS |
| 2.5 kg (5 lbs) 1.75 mm ABS | 2.5 kg (5 lbs) 2.85 mm ABS |
| 4.5 kg (10 lbs) 1.75 mm ABS | 4.5 kg (10 lbs) 2.85 mm ABS |
ABS Filament Color Selection
We provide 3D ABS filaments in various colors in both 1.75 and 2.85 mm:
WHITE
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
BLACK
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
NATURAL
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
GRAY
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
PINK
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
RED
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
ORANGE
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
YELLOW
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
GREEN
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
BLUE
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
VIOLET
- 1kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 2.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
- 4.5kg (1.75mm or 2.85mm)
ABS Filament Guide: Tips for 3D Printing with ABS
What is ABS?
ABS, which stands for Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), is a thermoplastic material commonly used in injection molding for various products like product enclosures, toys, and other consumer goods.
ABS, along with PLA, is the most commonly used 3D printer filament. In fact, ABS adapted as one of the earliest filaments to be printed with. This is because it is a common material which is affordable, recyclable and durable.
How to Print ABS
#1 Temperature
- Check the extruder and bed temperature capacity of your 3D printer. Although most 3D printers can reach the recommended extruder temperature of ABS, not all 3D printers have a print bed that can reach about 100°C.
#2 Enclosure
- It is best to print ABS with a 3D printer enclosure. This is to prevent drafts that can cause layer separation and warping.
#3 Bed adhesion
- To be successful in printing ABS, the bed temperature is at least 100 C or higher. If failure still occurs, it is good to pursue additional adhesives such as hairsprays, glue sticks. Molten ABS filament in acetone (ABS slurry) works as well.
#4 Cooling
- Turn off the part cooling fan when printing ABS, with the same reason that ABS prints are sensitive to drafts and rapidly changing temperature.
Why Print ABS?
You would likely want to print your projects with ABS when you need durability, chemical resistance and temperature resistance. WIth these benefits, ABS is a better material for functional printing projects.
As compared to PLA, ABS has better properties that can work well on practical conditions. Here are some of the ABS and PLA properties:
ABS | PLA | |
Max. Working Temperature | 98°C | 52°C |
Glass Transition Temperature | 105°C | 60°C |
Density | 1.04 g/cm3 | 1.24g/ cm3 |
Ultimate Strength | 40 MPa | 65 MPa |
Izod Impact Strength | 34 J/m | 26 J/m |
Ideally, PLA can endure a higher load, as its ultimate strength is at 65 MPa. However, ABS is more durable in other parameters, as it resists impact better, and it has better temperature and chemical resistance. This makes ABS a better material for projects that need durability.
Since ABS has a working temperature higher than PLA, ABS can be a better material for prints that could be exposed to temperatures from 50°C or above.
Density is also a notable difference between PLA and ABS. If a printed part will be printed in both materials, the ABS material will be lighter, yet more durable. This can be useful for printing prototypes (e.g. drone parts, RC vehicles and planes, etc.)
Why Print with ABS: Benefits & Advantages
Extremely Durable
High Temperature Resistance
Strong Electrical Resistance
Tougher & Lighter
When to use ABS Filament?
Despite the difficulty in printing ABS, this material’s advantages provides an advantage with some 3D printed projects.
Practical Home/ DIY Projects
3D Printer Upgrades/ Improvements
Product Enclosures/ Electronics cases
Car/ Dashboard Accessories
FAQ about ABS
Most frequent questions and answers
Is ABS Filament toxic?
ABS Filament gives out fumes when being printed, which gives off the chemical Styrene. These fumes give out the unpleasant odor of burning plastic. Having in contact with ABS fumes can cause irritation to the eyes, skin respiratory tracts, as well as dizziness and headaches.
Before printing with ABS, make sure that your printer is enclosed, and your print environment is well-ventilated.
Does ABS filament absorb moisture?
3D printer filaments, including ABS filament, are hygroscopic materials, meaning they tend to absorb moisture from the air.
According to Omnexus, ABS can absorb 0.05% to 1.80% (by weight) of moisture. However, ABS is less sensitive to moisture than other materials, such as Nylon, PVA, and other exotic materials.
Where to buy ABS Filament?
You can explore our shop to purchase ABS filaments, available in the continental USA! We have a complete variety of ABS filaments in 1.75 mm or 2.85 mm.
We cater to regular spools (1 kg), as well as large spools in 2.5 kg and 4.5 kg. You can also contact us for bulk purchases, contract manufacturing, and private labeling.