Phelper Fabrication

Materials Guide

Choosing the right material for the job

Strength, flexibility, performance — the right material for every part.

From prototypes to functional parts, the right material makes all the difference. We help you select plastics, composites, and metals that fit your design and application requirements.

PLA printed part

PLA (Polylactic Acid)

Temp: -20° - 55°C (0° - 130°F)

Prototypes, mockups, decorative items.

PETG printed part

PETG

Temp: -40° - 70°C (-40° - 155°F)

Functional parts for indoor/limited outdoor use.

ABS printed part

ABS

Temp: -20° - 80°C (0° - 175°F)

Indoor functional parts, impact-resistant.

ASA printed part

ASA

Temp: -20° - 80°C (0° - 175°F)

Outdoor enclosures, UV-resistant parts.

TPU printed part

TPU

Temp: -40° - 125°C (-40° - 250°F)

Flexible, vibration dampers, seals, bumpers.

Nylon printed part

Nylon (Polyamide)

Temp: -55° - 120°C (-70° - 250°F)

Gears, brackets, load-bearing mechanical parts.

Polycarbonate printed part

Polycarbonate (PC)

Temp: -55° - 120°C (-70° - 250°F)

High-strength, heat-resistant, stressed parts.

PLA (Polylactic Acid)

PLA printed part

Best for prototypes, mockups, and fit checks.

PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)

PETG printed part

Good all-purpose functional material.

ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)

ABS printed part

Strong, rigid, impact-resistant, heat-resistant material suitable for indoor functional parts.

ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate)

ASA printed part

UV and weather-resistant alternative to ABS for outdoor use.

TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)

TPU printed part

Flexible, rubber-like material for impact and vibration absorption.

PA / Nylon (Polyamide)

Nylon printed part

High-strength engineering material for load-bearing and wear-resistant parts.

PC (Polycarbonate)

Polycarbonate printed part

High-impact, transparent or opaque engineering plastic for mechanical strength and heat resistance.