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PETG

PETG

Standard Plastics
Chemical resistantFunctionalStrongWater resistant

PETG is made by modifying polyethylene terephthalate (PET) with glycol, which makes it notably more impact-resistant while avoiding the brittleness that can affect standard PET. Compared to PLA, PETG offers greater durability and flexibility, which makes it the better choice for parts that need to withstand everyday handling, stress, or impact. It also holds up well against moisture and many common chemicals. PETG suits moderate outdoor or shaded use, but prolonged direct sun exposure can cause gradual yellowing; for parts that need long-term UV durability, ASA would be the better fit. PETG is a good choice for protective enclosures, storage containers, and mounting brackets.

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Mechanical Properties
Tensile strength45–75 MPa
Tensile modulus1650–3100 MPa
Elongation2–5 %
Flexural strength68–72 MPa
Flexural modulus1900–3000 MPa
Density1.27 g/cm³
Thermal
Heat deflection at 66 PSI70–80 °C
Heat deflection at 264 PSI60–70 °C
Print Constraints

Maximum build volume

1200 × 1350 × 1200 mm

Min wall thickness1 mm
Min detail size0.8 mm
Default layer height0.2 mm
Default infill20%
Min embossing0.4 mm
Min engraving0.4 mm
Accuracy± 0.3 mm
Warping riskModerate
Interlocking partsNot supported

Available finishes

Each finish can be combined with the available colors at checkout.

Standard

Standard

60 colors

The standard (as-printed) finish on FDM parts shows the natural texture of layer-by-layer printing. The visibility of the layer lines depends on part geometry and orientation, plus light marks where support material was removed.

Sanded

Sanded

60 colors

The sanded finish on FDM parts reduces the visibility of layer lines compared to the standard finish, though some surface texture generally remains. How much smoothness is achieved can vary depending on the material.

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