Quick Facts on Filaments

Material	Quick Facts	Extruder Temp.	Bed Temp.	Recommended Build Surface	Purchase
PLA	+ Great general purpose material + Wide usable temperature range	215 - 220 °C	60 - 70 °C	Polyimide Tape	Buy MakerGear PLA
ABS	+ Tougher than PLA - Less forgiving temperature range - Larger parts have a tendency to warp (enclosure recommended)	245 - 250 °C	110 °C	Bare glass with glue stick	Buy MakerGear ABS
Poly support	+ Popular peel-away support material	210 - 225 °C	60 - 70 °C	Bare glass with glue stick	Buy MakerGear Polysupport
HIPS	+ Dissolvable support material for intricate geometry - Not ideal for home use (requires d-Limonine solvent to dissolve)	240 - 245 °C	90 - 115 °C	Bare glass with glue stick	Buy HIPS
Carbon Fiber / Nylon	+ Strong + Great print resolution - Abrasive (use a Stainless Steel Nozzle for longer life)	260 - 270°C (up to 290°C if needed)	100 - 110 °C	Polyimide Tape	Buy 3DXTechCarbonX

Helpful Tips & Tricks

For stronger parts - use a temperature on the upper end of the usable temperature range
For smoother, better looking parts - use a temperature on the lower end of the usable temperature range