Bambu Lab ASA

Bambu ASA is a durable material with UV, weather, mechanical, and thermal resistance. This combination of properties makes it suitable for outdoor models, such as plant labels, mailboxes, and wind vanes, and for structural parts that are exposed to challenging outdoor conditions for long periods.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is the difference between ABS and ASA?

ASA is a modified version of ABS with an additional acrylate component. This provides improved weather resistance and UV resistance.

ASA retains the impact resistance and processability of ABS and offers better resistance to fading, yellowing, and degradation from exposure to sunlight. Both materials can release a strong and unpleasant odor during printing, but the odor of ASA is clearly lighter than that of ABS.

2. What are the different applications of ABS and ASA?

ASA is suitable for outdoor applications, such as automotive exterior parts, signage, and outdoor equipment, thanks to its improved weather resistance and color stability. ABS is a versatile material with good mechanical properties that is often used for indoor applications.

3. What are the similarities between ABS and ASA?

In terms of physical and mechanical properties, both materials have good impact resistance and high tensile strength, with almost the same levels of strength, toughness, and stiffness. Both ABS and ASA can release a strong and unpleasant odor during printing and require the same enclosed printer settings when printing large models and/or models with high infill.