1 Topic by dubbsd

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Topic: Tough PLA vs ABS

Is the new Tough PLA comparable to ABS.

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Re: Tough PLA vs ABS

I saw a post from this company that said Hi-Temp thermoplastics are next up...

3 Reply by Tin Falcon (edited by Tin Falcon 2019-11-07 11:56:33)

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Re: Tough PLA vs ABS

3D -fuel  Pro Pla claims impact resistance  better and high temp resistance equal to abs.

it is labeled as engineering grade.
I expect other brands have similar claims. I have a sample of there pro pla and I do not use abs so no real experience.

for real head to head data look up CNC Kitchen  on You tube He has built a DIY tension tester and impact test machine. and has done extensive testing with various material and machine settings.
Hope this helps.

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