ABS Filament | OzFDM 3D Printing Filament & Supplies

OzFDM’s ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) 1.75 mm filament is a tough, engineering grade material built for high strength, functional printing. Designed for makers who need reliability and performance, ABS is well known for its impressive impact resistance, heat tolerance, and long term durability, making it a staple for both industrial and hobbyist use. It offers a balanced combination of strength and stability that allows it to perform under demanding mechanical and environmental conditions without compromising print quality.

The material works well because of its special structure: butadiene gives it strength and flexibility, while acrylonitrile improves its resistance to chemicals and heat, helping printed parts stay strong under pressure. This mix of chemicals makes ABS strong and able to handle impacts and high temperatures without changing shape. The result is sturdy, dimensionally accurate prints with a clean matte finish and minimal brittleness, ensuring every part looks and performs consistently. From mechanical fixtures and enclosures to tools, prototypes, and even LEGO-style builds.

Benchy test boat printed in OzFDM ABS Basic, skin colour

A shade for any print

Print the Rainbow - ABS Colour Range

For any of your prints, our 16 shade ABS colour range offers either bright tones or neutrals.

All hues add clarity and simplicity to your designs and work well with functional components, prototypes, and display pieces.

Pink#E96A9C
Rose#B85F73
Red#C93235
Orange#E97821
Yellow#F4C51D
Green#3E8C55
Blue#2866B1
Purple#7048A6
Gold#B88A35
Silver#A7A9AC
Grey#74777A
Black#202124
White#F2F2EE
Natural#E8E1CF
Skin Colour#D7A17D
Brown#76503B

Screen colours are a guide only. The finished print varies with lighting, layer height and finish.

Smoother Extrusion, Reduced Warping,

ABS Performance Meets AMS Precision

When used with an AMS system, OzFDM ABS performs exceptionally well for multi-spool management and consistent material handling.
The controlled environment of an AMS helps maintain stable temperatures and humidity levels, reducing the risk of warping and moisture absorption during longer print sessions.
It also allows for seamless transitions between colours or materials while ensuring each spool remains sealed and protected when not in use.
This setup enhances reliability, improves print consistency, and makes working with ABS far more convenient for both professional and high volume users.

Four OzFDM filament spools loaded in a Bambu Lab AMS unit

Strength Meets Stability

High Strength & Impact Resistance

OzFDM ABS delivers the robust mechanical strength makers rely on for functional and structural parts.

Its reinforced polymer blend withstands heavy use, stress, and repeated impact without fracturing, making it ideal for mechanical prototypes, fixtures, and durable end use components.

Whether it’s load bearing designs or daily functional prints, ABS provides dependable toughness that lasts.

Heat and Chemical Stability

Engineered for environments where standard PLA falls short, ABS maintains its shape and performance under elevated temperatures.

The material resists softening and deformation, ensuring dimensional accuracy even in heat prone or high friction applications.

Its resistance to oils, greases, and common industrial chemicals makes it a trusted choice for real world utility and professional grade printing.

Smooth Finish & Post-Processing Flexibility

ABS produces a clean, matte surface straight off the printer and responds exceptionally well to finishing techniques.

It can be easily sanded, drilled, or vapour-smoothed for a polished appearance and increased strength.

This versatility allows makers to achieve production quality results, blending functionality with a professional finish that enhances both the look and performance of every print.

ABS's Personality on a Radar Chart

Understanding ABS at a Glance

The results indicate that OzFDM ABS excels in strength, heat resistance, and long term durability, making it ideal for functional and mechanical applications.
While it requires slightly more controlled printing conditions than PLA, it offers excellent structural stability once dialled in.
Its dependable performance and solid balance of mechanical properties make it a go to filament for makers seeking professional, high strength prints.

Radar chart of ABS Basic properties: strength, heat resistance, flexibility, durability, ease of printing, UV resistance and moisture sensitivity

Technical Specifications

Product Specifications

Each spool of OzFDM’s premium ABS filament is securely vacuum-sealed with a moisture-absorbing desiccant to maintain optimal print quality right up to that special moment you open the box.

Every package includes recommended printing and drying settings, ensuring you achieve smooth, consistent results right from your first layer.

Filament weight: 1 kg
Filament diameter: 1.75 mm
Dimensional tolerance: ±0.03mm
Spool weight (empty): 150 g
Spool weight (new): 1.15 kg
Spool diameter outer: 200 mm
Spool diameter inner (hub): 52 mm
Spool width: 65 mm
Package weight: 1.3 kg
Package dimensions: 210mm x 220mm x 75mm
Drying recommendation: 80°C for 5 hours using a filament dryer / food dehydrator.
Storage recommendation: Airtight bag or container with desiccant in a cool, dark and dry area to prevent moisture absorption. For optimal long term storage we recommend drying the filament prior to sealing the filament spool in a vacuum bag with desiccant.

Print Parameters

ABS performs best with a heated bed and enclosed chamber, maintaining consistent temperature control to prevent warping or cracking. Optimised print settings help achieve strong layer adhesion and a smooth surface finish for dependable, high-quality results.

Nozzle temperature: 220°C - 240°C (230°C Recommended)
Bed temperature: 80°C - 110°C (100°C Recommended)
Printing speed: 40mm/s - 300mm/s
Support material: HIPS , ABS+ (as support interface)

Mechanical Properties

Known for its durability and impact resistance, ABS offers the strength required for functional components, tools, and enclosures. Its excellent rigidity and toughness allow prints to withstand daily wear and demanding mechanical use.

Tensile strengthISO 527: 35~40 MPa
Elongation at breakISO 527: 12~17 %
Tensile modulusISO 527: 1500~1650 MPa
Flexural strengthISO 178: 65~70 MPa
Impact strengthISO 180: 7~10.5 kJ/m²

Physical Properties

This filament produces dense, precise prints with a naturally matte surface and minimal shrinkage when printed correctly. The material’s stability and balanced strength-to-weight ratio make it ideal for both professional and everyday applications.

DensityISO 1183: 1.04~1.06 g/cm³
Melt flow rate (220°C/5 kg)ISO 1133: 2~4 g/10min
Moisture Absorption (23°C/24h)ASTM D570: 0.3 %

Thermodynamic Properties

ABS maintains dimensional stability under elevated temperatures and resists deformation from heat exposure. Its high glass transition temperature allows for consistent performance in environments where thermal resistance is key.