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PETG - Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol
Balanced material: easier than ABS, tougher and more heat-resistant than PLA.
About the material
PETG combines easier printing with better durability and heat resistance than PLA. Properties: - Prints around 230-250 C nozzle, 70-90 C bed - Better layer adhesion and impact resistance than PLA - Can be prone to stringing without proper tuning Best for: outdoor parts, brackets, functional components. Related: PLA, ABS, Stringing, Filament.
Pros
- ✓Good durability and impact resistance
- ✓Higher heat resistance than PLA
- ✓Good chemical and moisture resistance
Cons
- ✗Can string without tuning
- ✗Needs better first-layer calibration than PLA
Best for
- •Outdoor parts
- •Brackets
- •Functional components
- •General technical prints