【3D Printing Application】Filament needs UV resistance too, no fear of sun exposure and abrasion!
Humans need sun protection, and 3D printing filaments also need UV resistance? Industrial performance re-evolved! No fear of prolonged UV exposure, wind, and rain; super durable for outdoor use. The new 3D printing filament has super strong mechanical properties. Free file included at the end:
Did you know? Invisible UV rays, in addition to affecting the human body all year round, can cause the polymer to degrade through "photolytic oxidation" if 3D printed parts or models are exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods, ultimately leading to breakage, discoloration, or even decomposition of the finished product!
We once launched a lazy guide for 3D printing filaments (click here to view), and with the continuous innovation in filament types, materials capable of resisting UV rays have also been successively developed. Using UV-resistant 3D printing filaments for manufacturing industrial parts that need to be used outdoors for long periods can not only resist the effects of prolonged sun exposure but also effectively protect against wind and rain.
．ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate)
ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is a high-performance thermoplastic material with mechanical properties, processing properties, and chemical resistance similar to common ABS filaments; the difference is that ASA material has added stabilizers, fundamentally changing its outdoor durability and toughness. In addition to good antistatic properties, it can also effectively resist the external effects of UV radiation.
Parts made with ASA will have a very smooth surface, suitable for applications such as heat sinks in ventilation ducts to test and adjust fan airflow. Its high weather resistance and UV resistance make it suitable for manufacturing tent connection parts, ensuring stable and long-lasting equipment use.
Parts made with UV-resistant materials will not yellow or stain after prolonged use, and their mechanical properties, strength, elasticity, and hardness will remain consistently stable!
Click to download：UV-resistant material data（Ultimaker Marketplace）
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