Pros
- Tough: it flexes a little under stress instead of snapping
- Handles more heat than PLA, up to around 160°F (70°C)
- Resists water and most household chemicals
- Handles repeated flexing better than PLA, so clips and snap-fits last longer
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PETG: tough parts that bend before they break
PETG is a step up from PLA when a part has a job to do. It's tougher, handles more heat, and shrugs off water and most household chemicals. It's a good option for functional parts like clips, brackets, and containers that see heavy use.
Available on request as a Custom print.
PETG at a glance
Best for functional parts
- Heat resistance
- Medium Holds up to around 160°F (70°C).
- Toughness
- Good Flexes a little instead of snapping.
- Flexibility
- Slight give Stiff, with a bit of bend.
- Outdoor use
- Fair Fine in shade, fades in strong sun.
- Detail
- Good Fine features come out a bit softer.
Pros & cons
What PETG does well, and where it falls short
Cons
- Fine detail comes out a little softer than PLA
- Paint doesn't stick as well as on PLA, so it needs a good primer
- Not as stiff as PLA, so thin parts can feel a little bendy
- It's related to the plastic in water bottles, but printed parts have tiny gaps between layers, so we don't recommend them for food or drinks
Good uses
Great for
- Clips, latches, and snap-fit parts
- Brackets and mounts
- Washer, dryer, and microwave knobs
- Containers and organizers that get handled a lot
- Bathroom and laundry room parts that get wet
- Tool holders and shop jigs
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How PETG stacks up
Most prints use PLA. PETG, TPU, and ASA are available on request as a Custom print.
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