Description
If you’re interested in printing with ASA, it’s helpful to know what it can be used for, as well as some of the reasons you might want to (or not) try your hand at this special filament. Let’s take a deeper look!
Pros
- Strong UV resistance
- Strong chemical resistance
- Water resistant
- Post-processing capabilities with acetone
- High impact resistance
- Tough
- Durable
- Good finish
- Anti-static
Cons
- Releases potentially dangerous fumes
- More expensive in comparison to other 3D printing filaments
- High extruder temperature
- High bed temperature
- Consumes a lot of energy for printing
- Parts can crack (as seen in the image above)
- Parts can warp and shrink
Uses
- Automotive exterior parts
- Housing components
- Sporting goods
- Exterior signage
- Garden equipment
- Outdoor parts and fixtures
Now that we know more about where we could use ASA parts, let’s take a look at printing it before we get to the best brands to use!
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