3D printing filament Polmask ABS 1.75 mm Orange 1 kg

Polmask ABS 3D printing filament in orange is a bulk-polymerized ABS designed to reduce volatile content and minimise printing odour while delivering reliable layer adhesion and strength. The 1.75 mm, 1 kg spool is intended for FDM/FFF printers capable of ABS extrusion and is suitable for functional prototypes, mechanical parts and models that will be sanded, painted or chemically smoothed.

Advantages

The filament offers good printing quality with reduced smell compared to traditional ABS resins. It provides solid mechanical properties typical of ABS—impact resistance and heat tolerance—while remaining compatible with common post-processing methods including sanding, painting and acetone vapour smoothing. The 1.75 mm diameter ensures compatibility with most standard desktop extruders.

Suitable for

• Functional prototypes and mechanical components
• Parts requiring post-processing (sanding, painting, acetone smoothing)
• Desktop FDM/FFF printers with heated beds
• Applications needing moderate impact resistance and structural stability

When it may not be suitable

This ABS filament can be sensitive to warping on large prints and benefits from controlled build environments. Very large models (around 15–20 cm or larger in any direction) may require an actively heated chamber to avoid deformation. Models exposed to prolonged outdoor UV or very high temperatures may show long-term degradation.

Key specifications

• Material: ABS (bulk-polymerized, low volatile content)
• Colour: Orange
• Diameter: 1.75 mm
• Spool weight: 1 kg
• Recommended printing temperature: 245–265 °C
• Recommended bed temperature: 90–100 °C
• Printing speed range: 30–50 mm/s
• Retraction (direct drive): 1 mm at 20 mm/s
• Retraction (Bowden/indirect): 3 mm at 40 mm/s
• Drying: 70 °C for 6 hours if filament has absorbed moisture

How to use

Load the 1.75 mm filament into a compatible extruder and set the nozzle temperature between 245 °C and 265 °C with a heated bed at 90–100 °C. Turn off part cooling fan for better layer adhesion. Use direct- or indirect-drive retraction settings as appropriate for your printer (about 1 mm/20 mm/s for direct drive, 3 mm/40 mm/s for Bowden). For small models (smaller than a fist) a non-enclosed printer with the above temperatures is usually sufficient. For larger parts use an enclosed printer with steady ambient around 40–50 °C, and for parts roughly 15–20 cm or larger an actively heated chamber (~70 °C+) is recommended. If the filament has absorbed moisture, dry it at 70 °C for about 6 hours before printing.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your printer can reach nozzle temperatures up to 265 °C and bed temperatures up to 100 °C
• Check whether you have an enclosed printer or heated chamber for larger prints
• Plan for proper bed adhesion methods (e.g., Magigoo, BuildTak) to reduce warping
• Consider post-processing needs and safety when using acetone for smoothing

Usage recommendations

For best results, use appropriate bed adhesion, disable part cooling during printing, and follow recommended temperature and retraction settings. Consider PolySmooth-compatible workflows if you prefer a less hazardous smoothing method than acetone vapour.