UV- and weather-resistant, tough, and heat-tolerant. The go-to for parts that live outside.
Nozzle 240-270 °CBed 90-110 °C
Which filament for…
Outdoor sensor or camera housing
Years of sun, rain, and temperature swings.
Best pick
- ASA is built for this.
- It does not yellow or crack in sunlight, and it handles the heat of a sun-baked enclosure.
- PETG is a decent budget option for a shaded spot.
- ABS looks similar but breaks down in sun over time.
Also works
ASA filled with carbon fiber. Stiff, matte, and weatherproof, for rigid outdoor and automotive parts.
Nozzle 245-275 °CBed 90-110 °C
The tougher everyday choice. More heat- and impact-tolerant than PLA, and decent outdoors in the shade.
Nozzle 230-250 °CBed 70-85 °C
