Compare Our 3D Printed Materials
Explore the various materials for your project needs
Find the best 3D printed materials for your project
Discover our wide range of high-performance and sustainable materials, tailored to meet the unique needs of your project or business
View the full comparison table for costs, all finishes and materials available by 3DPRINTUK
Which Material is right for you?
In the chart below you can compare the main mechanical properties of each materials. To make it easier to compare, we have given each value a rating out of 5 (0.5 increments). This can also be seen in the table below. You can toggle each material visibility on/off using the buttons on the right.
All Materials Include
Rapid Delivery
We offer Express, Economy & Trade orders, depending on your project or business needs.
Finish Options
Explore the range of finish options we have on offer for your material type.
Clear Pricing
We outline our pricing based on your material, finish and colour options.
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) Nylon PA12
Our flagship offering, widely regarded as the most versatile and most established 3D printed material.
Finishes Available: Natural | Vibro Polished | Shot Peened | Vapour Smoothed | Colours
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) Nylon PA12
Balance between performance and reusability, making it ideal for manufacturing final parts and functional prototypes with fine detail and dimensional accuracy.
Finishes Available: Natural | Vibro Polished | Shot Peened | Vapour Smoothed
SAF PA11 ECO
Our most environmentally friendly material, offering exceptional toughness and impact resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications.
Finishes Available: Natural | Vibro Polished | Shot Peened
SLS Flexible TPU
The most flexible product we offer. Superior temperature resistance and durability compared to resin make TPU ideal for end-use products.
Finishes Available: Natural | Black Dyed
Want to test our material before you order?
Before you place your order, if you want to be 100% sure that our material is suitable for your project, why not order one of our sample packs?
It contains examples of our four finishing choices, three unique parts designed to demonstrate the potential of printing in SLS nylon and a 20 page brochure containing information on our material, our services and tips on how to save money with your prints.
Finish Options
| Finish | Min Thickness | Cost | SLS PA12 | MJF PA12 | SAF PA11 | SLS TPU | Express | Economy | Trade | Scheduled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural | 1mm | Free | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Vibro Polished | 2mm | +2% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Shot Peened | 1.5mm | +7% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Vapour Smoothed | 1.5mm | 30p +10% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Colour Options
| Colour | Min Thickness | Cost | SLS PA12 | MJF PA12 | SAF PA11 | SLS TPU | Express | Economy | Trade | Scheduled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 1.5mm | +10% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Standard Colours | 1.5mm | £10 +10% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||||
| Custom Colours | 1.5mm | £60 + 10% | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |