It is important to load the ABS at this higher temperature so the previous material can be pushed out. If the printer is currently loaded with a higher temperature material (for example Pol圜arbonate), unload that material at its recommended printing temperature, and then load and extrude your ABS filament at that same higher temperature. Stop extruding the ABS filament after the previous colour has been completely purged and cleaned out.Ĭhanging from a higher temperature material: If the printer is currently loaded with a different ABS material, unload that material at 240-260☌ and extrude your ABS filament at the same temperature. To print very large parts, thin parts or parts with a high infil percentage a heated chamber is recommended to ensure no warping or cracking with those parts. An enclosure will help to maintain a consistent heat within the build volume. If you are interested in printing any sizable parts an enclosure is highly recommended. To print regular ABS you will require a printer equipped with a heated bed that can heat up to 90☌. With the right printing conditions (heat) ABS can be an easy material to print, however is susceptible to warping and cracking if printed in uncontrolled environments.ĪBS exhibits a moderate chemical resistance and moderate temperature resistance, softening between 90-100☌ (Glass Transition and Vicat temperature). Regular ABS is a stiff material exhibiting a moderate toughness (impact resistance). ABS is a recyclable plastic and is available in a variety of different colours. ABS is one of the most common 3D Printing materials to print due to its low price and balanced mechanical properties. Contents:ĪBS (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is an amorphous plastic derived from acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene. While some 3D Printers can have difficulty printing this material, ABS is one of the most common 3D Printing materials which has maintained its popularity due to its balanced mechanical properties, heat resistance and low cost.
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