Our Materials

We stock a range of high-quality filaments to match your project requirements

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PLA+

Most Popular

Enhanced PLA with improved strength and flexibility. Our go-to material for most prints - easy to work with, produces excellent detail, and comes in the widest colour range.

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Good Strength
Stronger than standard PLA
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Biodegradable
Eco-friendly material
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Excellent Detail
Crisp edges and fine features
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Wide Colour Range
30+ colours available

Best For

Decorative items Gifts Prototypes Figurines Display pieces
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PETG

Durable

The workhorse material for functional parts. Excellent layer adhesion, chemical resistance, and durability. Slightly flexible, which helps prevent cracking under stress.

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Impact Resistant
Tough and durable
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Weather Resistant
Handles outdoor use
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Chemical Resistant
Stands up to solvents
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Food-Safe Options
Certified food-safe variants

Best For

Functional parts Outdoor items Mechanical parts Containers
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TPU

Flexible

Flexible, rubber-like material perfect for items that need to bend, stretch, or absorb impact. Excellent durability and abrasion resistance.

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Highly Flexible
Rubber-like feel
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Shock Absorbing
Great impact protection
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Abrasion Resistant
Handles wear and tear
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Non-Slip Grip
Excellent traction

Best For

Phone cases Bumpers Grips Gaskets Protective covers
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ABS

Heat Resistant

Classic engineering plastic known for toughness and heat resistance. Ideal for parts that will be in warm environments or need extra durability. Best for smaller items due to warping on large prints.

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Heat Resistant
Up to 100°C
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High Strength
Tough under stress
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Post-Processable
Sands and acetone smooths
Small Parts Best
Can warp on large prints

Best For

Engineering parts Heat-exposed items Automotive parts Enclosures
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ASA

UV Resistant

The outdoor champion. Similar properties to ABS but with excellent UV resistance - won't yellow or degrade in sunlight. Perfect for garden items and anything exposed to the elements.

UV Resistant
Won't yellow in sun
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Weatherproof
Rain, snow, heat
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Heat Resistant
Similar to ABS
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Strong & Tough
Excellent durability

Best For

Garden items Outdoor signs Car parts Planters Enclosures

Quality Levels

Choose the right balance of speed, detail, and cost for your project

Draft

0.28mm layers

Fast prints with visible layer lines. Perfect for prototypes, test fits, and items where speed matters more than appearance.

⚡ Fast
Print Speed
£ Low
Cost

Fine

0.08mm layers

High detail with nearly invisible layer lines. Excellent for display pieces, gifts, and anything that needs to look polished.

🐢 Slower
Print Speed
£££ Higher
Cost

Ultra Fine

0.06mm layers

Maximum detail for the most demanding applications. Near-invisible layers, incredibly smooth surfaces. Ideal for miniatures and detailed figurines.

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Print Speed
££££ Premium
Cost

Printer Capabilities

Powered by a Bambu Lab A1 with AMS Lite for precision multi-colour printing

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Build Volume

256 x 256 x 256mm
Large enough for most projects
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Layer Height

0.06 - 0.32mm
From ultra-fine to draft quality

Print Speed

Up to 500mm/s
Fast prints when you need them
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Multi-Colour

Up to 4 colours
Per print via AMS Lite
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Accuracy

± 0.1mm
Precision dimensional accuracy
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Nozzle Sizes

0.2 - 0.8mm
Fine detail to fast large prints

Available Colours

A wide range of colours in stock and ready to print

🎨 Standard Colours

✨ Special Finishes

💎 Transparent

💫 Glow in the Dark

Don't see your colour? Contact us - we can order specific colours for your project.

Materials FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions about our materials and printing

Which material should I choose?

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For most decorative items and gifts, PLA+ is perfect - it's easy to print, eco-friendly, and available in the most colours. If your item will be used outdoors or needs to be tough, go for PETG. For flexible items like phone cases, choose TPU. Not sure? Just describe your project and we'll recommend the best material.

Are your materials food-safe?

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PETG is available in food-safe certified variants. However, 3D printed items have tiny layer lines where bacteria can collect, so we recommend printed items for dry goods only (cookie cutters, fruit bowls) rather than liquids. For items in prolonged food contact, we recommend sealing with food-safe epoxy.

Can I use printed items outdoors?

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Yes! Use ASA for the best UV resistance - it won't yellow or degrade in sunlight. PETG is also good for outdoor use and handles weather well, though colours may fade slightly over years. Avoid PLA outdoors as it can soften in hot sun and degrade over time.

How strong are 3D printed parts?

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Strength depends on material, infill percentage, and print orientation. PETG and ABS are strongest for functional parts. We typically print functional items at 40-50% infill for good strength, and can go up to 100% for maximum durability. We'll advise on the best settings for your specific use case.

What quality level do I need?

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Draft is fine for prototypes and test fits. Standard is our most popular - great balance for most items. Choose Fine for gifts and display pieces where you want smooth surfaces. Ultra Fine is for miniatures and items where every detail matters. Higher quality = longer print time = higher cost.

Can you match a specific colour?

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We stock 30+ colours and can order specific shades for your project. For exact colour matching (brand colours, Pantone), we can source custom filament or recommend post-print painting. Our multi-colour AMS Lite system can also combine colours in a single print for logos and designs.

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