Best For
- Outdoor parts and signage
- Automotive exterior parts
- Garden equipment
- UV-exposed components
Materials
ASA 3D printing
ASA 3D Printing
ASA is CRAV3D's preferred FDM material when a part needs UV resistance and outdoor durability.
Not Best For
- Budget display models
- Flexible parts
- Ultra-fine miniature detail
Material Details
Use these first-party material notes to compare strength, flexibility, heat resistance, detail, and common applications before requesting a quote.
ASA
Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
UV resistant, weather proof, and extremely durable. Perfect for outdoor applications.
- tensile Strength
- 45 MPa
- elongation
- 15%
- heat Deflection
- 95°C
- print Temp
- 250-260°C
- Price Modifier
- 1.5x
Common Applications
Outdoor parts and signage, Automotive exterior parts, Garden equipment, UV-exposed components
Pricing Notes
- ASA uses a 1.5x material multiplier.
- Outdoor durability can justify the higher material cost compared with PLA.
Design Guidelines
- Choose ASA for UV and weather exposure.
- Avoid thin unsupported features in load-bearing outdoor parts.
- Use PETG for lower-cost toughness when UV exposure is less important.
Compatible Services
- FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) Printing
High-quality FDM printing with single and multi-color capabilities. Ideal for functional prototypes, custom parts, and production runs.
ASA 3D Printing FAQ
Is ASA better than ABS outdoors?
Yes. ASA is generally preferred over ABS for outdoor use because it has better UV resistance and weather durability.
What is ASA 3D printing used for?
ASA is used for outdoor enclosures, signage, garden equipment, automotive exterior parts, and other components exposed to sunlight and weather.
When should I choose ASA 3D Printing?
ASA is an engineering FDM material designed for outdoor parts. It has strong UV resistance, weather durability, and heat resistance, making it a better choice than PLA or ABS for signage, automotive exterior parts, garden equipment, and exposed components.
- UV resistant
- Weather resistant
- Outdoor-ready
- Material multiplier 1.5x
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