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Polymaker PolyLite ABS vs Polymaker PolyLite ASA
From the Polymaker PolyLite ASA review: Same family and near-identical handling. Pick ASA if the part lives outdoors, ABS if it lives in a drawer and you want to save a little.
Measured wins
| Spec | Polymaker PolyLite ABS | Polymaker PolyLite ASA |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Material | ABS | ASA |
| Manufacturer | Polymaker | Polymaker |
| Diameter | 1.75 mm | 1.75 mm |
| Thermal | ||
| Print temp | 245 to 265°C | 240 to 260°C |
| Bed temp | 90 to 100°C | 75 to 95°C |
| Warping | high | high |
| Quality | ||
| Layer adhesion | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Bed adhesion | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Stringing resistance | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Verdict | ||
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Price / kg | — | — |
How they differ on the data
Polymaker PolyLite ABS runs 5°C hotter on the nozzle (window midpoints 255°C and 250°C), and the two windows share 15°C of range, so one profile can cover both. Polymaker PolyLite ABS runs 10°C hotter on the bed (window midpoints 95°C and 85°C), and the two windows share 5°C of range, so one profile can cover both. Polymaker PolyLite ASA lists the wider window (20°C against 10°C).
Which one for the job
Pick Polymaker PolyLite ABS for enclosures.
Pick Polymaker PolyLite ASA for outdoor.