Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments vs ASA
Compare Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and ASA filaments side-by-side. See which one is best for your 3D printing project.
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments
-Versatile 3D printing filament
ASA
AAcrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate
Excellent UV resistance (outdoors indefinitely), tough, matte surface
Detailed Comparison
Property
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments
ASA
Tier Rating
Tier null
Tier A
Family
PLA
ASA
Nozzle Temp
205°C
220-275°C
Bed Temp
60°C
90-110°C
Enclosure
not needed
recommended
Cooling
Low to moderate; avoid drafts
Moisture Sensitivity
low
moderate
Strengths Comparison
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments Strengths
ASA Strengths
- Excellent UV resistance (outdoors indefinitely), tough, matte surface
- Less warping than ABS; low viscosity enables very high speed printing
- High heat tolerance (~boiling water range)
Considerations
Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments Caveats
ASA Caveats
- Still off-gasses; enclosure/ventilation recommended
- Can still warp; needs tuning
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments or ASA better for 3D printing?
ASA is generally rated higher (Tier A) compared to Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments (Tier null). However, the best choice depends on your specific needs: Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments is best for various applications, while ASA is best for Excellent UV resistance (outdoors indefinitely), tough, matte surface.
What are the temperature differences between Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and ASA?
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments prints at 205°C nozzle / 60°C bed. ASA prints at 220-275°C nozzle / 90-110°C bed.
Do Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments and ASA need an enclosure?
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments: not needed. ASA: recommended.
Which is more beginner-friendly: Prusament rPLA Natural Pigments or ASA?
Prusament rPLA Natural
Pigments is more beginner-friendly as it doesn't require an enclosure.