ABS Filament – Built for Strength, Heat, and Heavy-Duty Use
When your part needs to handle stress, impact, and higher temperatures, ABS is the go-to material for serious workshop and industrial applications.
ABS Filament
Tough, Durable Prints for High-Stress, High-Heat Applications
At S3D NZ, we offer ABS printing for jobs that demand extra toughness, impact strength, and resistance to heat.
ABS is a professional-grade material used in automotive parts, industrial enclosures, and heavy-use components where regular PLA or PETG just won’t cut it.
Printed locally in Christchurch, our ABS parts are tuned for strength, durability, and a longer working life under tough conditions.
Key Characteristics of ABS
High Impact Strength – Tough enough for repeated mechanical stress
Excellent Heat Resistance – Withstands temperatures up to ~100°C
Good Wear Resistance – Handles friction and abrasion better than PLA/PETG
Best For: Heavy-use mechanical parts, industrial fixtures, enclosures, automotive parts
When to Choose ABS
Choose ABS when you need:
✅ Structural parts exposed to heat or friction
✅ Impact-resistant brackets, housings, or frames
✅ Automotive clips, mounts, or enclosures
✅ Heavy-duty workshop or production components
Limitations of ABS
More challenging to print (higher temps, potential warping – handled by us carefully)
Releases slight odours during printing (we use enclosed, ventilated printers)
Best used where cosmetic finish is less important than toughness
Need strength without high-temp requirements? Consider PLA+ or PETG for easier, faster jobs.
Typical ABS Applications at S3D NZ
Industrial machine covers and guards
Automotive interior and exterior clips
Workshop fixtures exposed to heat
Durable mechanical prototypes and parts
Print Your Part in ABS Today
Request a ABS Print for Your Next Project
Need a part that can handle heat, stress, and serious wear?
Send us a quick message with your project details—we’ll recommend the best material and print settings for your job.