Interior / exterior / under-hood — ASA, ABS, PC-CF.
Automotive & Transportation
IATF 16949-certified ASA & ABS for cabin trims, bumper prototypes, under-hood ducting.
Key Requirements
- UV & weather resistance (ASA)
- Heat deflection > 98°C @ 0.45 MPa
- Low VOC / low odor
- Paint / electroplating compatible
How It Works
- Step 1 — Identify your application and key constraints (heat, chemical, UV, flexibility, budget).
- Step 2 — Filter materials in the database or ask the AI assistant for ranked matches.
- Step 3 — Compare top 3 matches side by side and review the reasons for each.
- Step 4 — Request a quote or up to 3 sample spools to test on your printers.
Recommended Materials (4)
Compare All →![ABS Standard [DEMO]](/templates/metlab/static/img/fam/fam-abs.webp)
ABS (Engineering Plastic)
ABS Standard [DEMO]
Demo
Tensile Strength 44 MPa Print Temp ≤260°C Flexibility Rigid
View Specs →
![ASA Standard [DEMO]](/templates/metlab/static/img/fam/fam-asa.webp)
ASA (Weather-Resistant)
ASA Standard [DEMO]
Demo
Tensile Strength 45 MPa Print Temp ≤260°C Flexibility Rigid
View Specs →
![PA-CF Nylon [DEMO]](/templates/metlab/static/img/fam/fam-cf.webp)
PA (Nylon)
PA-CF Nylon [DEMO]
Demo
Tensile Strength 85 MPa Print Temp ≤290°C Flexibility Rigid
View Specs →
![PC Standard [DEMO]](/templates/metlab/static/img/fam/fam-pla.webp)
PC (Polycarbonate)
PC Standard [DEMO]
Demo
Tensile Strength 62 MPa Print Temp ≤300°C Flexibility Rigid
View Specs →
Decision Flow
1
Identify application
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Filter materials
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Compare top matches
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Request quote or sample