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ASA · FDM · SAN DIEGO

ASA 3D Printing — UV-Stable, Outdoor-Grade

ASA is ABS redesigned for outdoor use — same impact tolerance, far better UV stability. $0.053/cm³ at 1.5× PLA. Used where sun exposure would yellow or embrittle ABS.

Price
$0.052
per cm³
HDT
98°C
heat deflect
Tensile
55 MPa
strength
Colors
8
in stock
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When to choose ASA

ASA is the outdoor ABS. Patio fixtures, garden hose brackets, mailbox parts, signage, license-plate frames, solar-panel mounts, roof-mounted antenna housings, outdoor camera cases, and anything in direct sun more than a few hours a day.

When to pick something else

If the part is indoors, ABS is cheaper and identical mechanically — save the markup. Skip ASA for food-contact (use PETG) or transparent needs (use PC).

ASA Properties & Datasheet

Verified against manufacturer datasheets and our own print testing at the San Diego shop.

Tensile strength55 MPaSlight edge over ABS
Heat deflection98 °CSame as ABS
UV resistanceExcellentThe reason to pick ASA over ABS
WeatheringExcellentHolds up to years of sun + rain
ImpactGoodSimilar to ABS
Color stabilityExcellentWon't yellow like ABS or PLA
MachinabilityGoodDrills, taps, machines cleanly
Warp riskHighAlso requires enclosed chamber

DESIGN TIPS

Designing for ASA

  • 01Same print/design rules as ABS — enclosed chamber, 3 perimeters, shrinkage compensation.
  • 02For heavy UV exposure, additional top-coat paint extends life further.
  • 03Pair with stainless hardware for outdoor fixtures; avoid carbon-steel fasteners that rust.

CUSTOMER WORK

Real parts we've printed in ASA

Outdoor camera housing

Black ASA enclosure for a coastal security camera — 2 years on the wall, no yellowing.

Drone-cage outdoor storage clips

UV-stable mounts on a rooftop drone cage.

Garden sprinkler manifold

Chemical + UV resistance in one part.

Considering alternatives?

ABSSee specs →

The indoor equivalent — same properties without the UV package.

PETGSee specs →

Lower cost and still fine for short-term outdoor use.

ASA FAQ

How much does ASA 3D printing cost?+
ASA prints at $0.052 per cm³ (1.5× PLA). A typical palm-sized part (~20 cm³) runs around $1.58 including our markup. Exact price depends on quality preset, infill, and quantity — see /pricing for the full formula.
What is ASA best for?+
ASA is the outdoor ABS. Patio fixtures, garden hose brackets, mailbox parts, signage, license-plate frames, solar-panel mounts, roof-mounted antenna housings, outdoor camera cases, and anything in direct sun more than a few hours a day.
When should I NOT use ASA?+
If the part is indoors, ABS is cheaper and identical mechanically — save the markup. Skip ASA for food-contact (use PETG) or transparent needs (use PC).
What does TAKT 3D's ASA print setup require?+
Enclosed, heated chamber required — same setup as ABS. Standard brass or hardened nozzle; we run brass by default. All of our ASA jobs use filament dried the same day to avoid moisture-induced defects, and every spool is logged against the part batch for traceability.
How long is ASA 3D printing turnaround?+
Standard turnaround for ASA is 3–5 business days. Expedited (3 days) adds 30%; rush (1–2 days) adds 60%. Most small ASA orders ship within 48 hours from our San Diego shop.
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