Prof. Lab ASA Black 1 kg

Prof. Lab ASA Black 1 kg

Professional filament Prof. Lab ASA Black is intended for users who need dimensionally stable and long-term durable prints for outdoor use and in demanding conditions. ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is a material very similar to ABS, but with significantly better UV stability and weather resistance.

Main benefits of ASA material

• High resistance to UV radiation and weathering – suitable for parts permanently exposed to the sun and outdoor conditions.
• Excellent mechanical strength and toughness – suitable for functional, mechanically stressed components.
• Better dimensional stability than ABS – lower tendency to warp when print settings are correct.
• Thermal resistance – suitable for parts exposed to higher temperatures (e.g., in a car interior or near engines and electronics).
• Matte technical surface – black ASA gives prints a professional look, hiding minor imperfections and layers.

Typical use

Prof. Lab ASA Black is ideal for:

• Automotive parts – brackets, mounts, covers, interior and exterior elements.
• Electronics covers and boxes – especially for outdoor sensors, camera systems, and IoT devices.
• Garden and building accessories – hooks, mounts, hose holders, fastening elements.
• Technical and functional prototypes – parts exposed to mechanical stress and temperature changes.
• Outdoor signs, markers, and information boards – where sun and rain resistance is important.

Recommended print settings

Specific values may vary by printer, color, and environment. Take them as starting recommendations and fine-tune them with test prints if necessary.

• Nozzle temperature: approx. 235–260 °C
• Bed temperature: approx. 80–100 °C
• Print speed: approximately 40–80 mm/s (for high quality and technically precise parts, rather lower speed).
• Cooling: 0–30 %, ideally low or off for better layer adhesion.
• Enclosure: recommended, especially for larger models to minimize warping and cracking.
• Bed surface: textured or smooth PEI, glass with suitable adhesive (3DLAC, glue stick, etc.).

Printing tips

• For large parts, use a brim or raft to increase bed adhesion.
• Store filament in a dry place – low humidity improves surface quality and minimizes stringing.
• For long, slender parts, choose a higher bed temperature and possibly a printer enclosure to prevent deformation.

Compatibility

Prof. Lab ASA Black filament is compatible with most FDM/FFF 3D printers that can handle technical materials with higher nozzle temperatures and have a heated bed, e.g.:

• Prusa i3 / MK series
• Creality Ender / CR series
• Anycubic, Artillery, Voron, Bambu Lab and other similar printers

Summary

Prof. Lab ASA Black 1 kg is a suitable choice for anyone looking for a reliable and durable technical filament for outdoor and functional parts. It combines the strength and toughness known from ABS with higher UV stability and better weather resistance, making it ideal for long-term outdoor use and demanding operating conditions.

Key features:

• Technical ASA filament in black for outdoor and functional parts.
• High resistance to UV radiation and weathering – ideal for the exterior.
• Excellent mechanical strength and toughness, suitable for stressed components.
• Better dimensional stability and lower warping than standard ABS.
• Matte technical surface that hides layers and provides a professional look.
• Compatible with a wide range of FDM/FFF 3D printers with a heated bed.
• Suitable for automotive, electronics covers, garden accessories, and technical prototypes.