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Compare 31 NOVTAU filament families by material properties, finish, printer requirements, typical applications, and supply format.
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PLA Marble
- Material group
- PLA
- Typical applications
- Architectural models, Planters, Sculptures, Interior displays
- Review requirements
- Review particle appearance, base color, nozzle guidance, and pattern distribution on the intended part. PLA Marble describes the visual effect, not stone material performance.
ASA-CF
- Material group
- ABS / ASA
- Typical applications
- Outdoor housings, Rigid fixtures, Technical brackets, Exposed components
- Review requirements
- Review ASA-CF for the defined outdoor and mechanical conditions. Confirm the selected reinforcement, color, printer hardware, dimensions, and grade-specific handling guidance.
PLA Glow
- Material group
- PLA
- Typical applications
- Markers, Props, Signs, Decorative features
- Review requirements
- Glow appearance depends on pigment, color, wall thickness, exposure, viewing conditions, and time. Approve the effect and grade-specific nozzle guidance with a physical sample.
3 filament families found in PLA essentials.
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Compare general-purpose, matte, and tougher PLA options for prototypes, presentation models, and everyday parts.
General-purpose PLA for prototypes, classroom models, and display parts.
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Low-gloss PLA for presentation models, homeware, and parts where reflected light should be reduced.
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A tougher PLA option for handled prototypes, fixtures, housings, and recurring functional parts.
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