Before packaging, PolyLite™ ASA is dried to ensure the best printing quality and filaments are vacuum sealed to protect the filament from moisture. When not in use PolyLite™ ASA should be stored away from sunlight in the packaged resealable bag.
Like other ABS filaments, PolyLite™ ASA is susceptible to absorbing moisture from the air which can subsequently effect the quality and mechanical properties of the final prints. We recommend storing PolyLite™ ASA in the PolyBox™ or a dry cabinet during printing to prevent moisture absorption which will lower the quality of the print. The PolyBox™ keeps the filament at dry conditions (relative humidity of 15% or less).
If you hear popping sounds and notice that the surface quality of your print is uneven or the color is not consistent, this is a likely indicator that the filament has absorbed too much moisture. Spools of PolyLite™ ASA can be dried in a preheated convection oven at 80˚C for up to 8 hours. Results may vary depending on the accuracy of your oven so please be conservative. For more information about filament drying please read our user guide.
| Net Weight |
1kg |
| Diameter |
1.75 mm |
| Density |
1.1 (g/cm3 at 21.5˚C) |
| Technologies |
N/A |
Technical Data
All testing specimens were printed under the following conditions: Nozzle Temperature = 260˚C, build plate temperature = 90˚C, infil = 100%, cooling fan = OFF
All specimens were conditioned at room temperature for 24h prior to testing.
| Physical Properties |
Value |
Testing Method |
| Flame Retardancy |
V2 |
UL94 |
| Thermal Property |
Value |
Testing Method |
| Glass Transition |
97.8˚C |
DSC, 10°C/min |
| Heat deflection temperature |
100.2˚C |
ISO 75 1.8MPa |
| Heat deflection temperature |
102.6˚C |
ISO 75 0.45MPa |
| Melting Temperature |
N/A |
DSC, 10°C/min |
| Vicat Softening Temperature |
105.3˚C |
ISO 306 GB/T 1633 |
| Mechanical Property |
Value |
Testing Method |
| Young's modulus (X-Y) |
2379 ± 157 MPa |
ISO 527, GB/T 1040 |
| Young's modulus (Z) |
1965 ± 136 MPa |
| Tensile strength (X-Y) |
43.8 ± 0.8 MPa |
ISO 527, GB/T 1040 |
| Tensile strength (Z) |
32 ± 1.8 MPa |
| Bending strength (X-Y) |
73.4 ± 2.1 MPa |
ISO 178, GB/T 9341 |
| Bending strength (Z) |
N/A |
| Charpy impact strength (X-Y) |
10.3 ± 0.4 kj/m2 |
ISO 179, GB/T 9343 |
| Charpy impact strength (Z) |
6.7 ± 1.4 kj/m2 |
We have full MDS and technical data sheets for PolyLite™ ASA and all other Polymaker products. Contact us to enquire!
The typical values presented in Polymakers data sheet are intended for reference and comparison purposes only. Due to the nature of 3D printing they should not be used for design specifications or quality control purposes.
Compatibility
PolyLite™ ASA has been engineered with compatibility in mind to print excellently on a wide range of professional 3D printers. This material requires a heated bed and we recommend printing with an enclosure or heated chamber for sizeable or thin models.
Of course with thousands of unique 3d printer models on the market, we can't guarantee each filament type will work with every 3D printer.
FAQ
Q: How does PolyLite™ ASA compare to ABS?
A: Like Polymaker's other products, PolyLite™ ASA is engineered specifically with 3D printing in mind. When compared to ABS, PolyLite™ ASA offers superior performance in almost all mechanical tests. Through their experience developing a series of ASA plastics for one of the worlds largest construction companies; Shanghai Construction Group, Polymaker has mastered the properties, compounding formulas and production techniques of ASA. As a result, PolyLite™ ASA gains several advantages over other ASA filaments:
Q: Can ASA be printed at large scales without warping?
A: A stable high temperature environment is required to print larger ASA parts without warping. Whether a part is susceptible to warping will vary on how the residual stress releases within the parts geometry. Most users print ASA with the heated bed set to 100˚C with an enclosure to passively heat the surrounding environment. This effectively reduces the internal stresses cause warping or cracking. To guarantee that ASA can be printed at any size without warping, 3D printing with a professionally designed heated chamber is required.
Q: What support materials can I use with this product?
A: Polymaker’s PolyDissolve™ S2 filament is the recommended support filament for PolyLite™ ASA. If your 3D printer is not equipped for multi-material, self-support can be used.
Don't know where to start? Or which filament will suit your application? We have a broad range of support options including telephone support. Contact us today!