Can PETG be post-processed?
Yes, though it is harder to sand cleanly than PLA.
Yes, though it is harder to sand cleanly than PLA.
PETG is accurate but slightly less dimensionally stable than PLA. Tolerances should allow small variation.
Yes. PETG has good UV and moisture resistance, making it suitable for outdoor and semi-outdoor parts.
Yes. PETG has some flexibility, which helps absorb impact and reduces cracking.
PETG performs better than PLA but is not a high-temperature material. It is suitable for warm environments but not extreme heat.
PETG is ideal for functional parts that need toughness, slight flexibility, and better environmental resistance than PLA.
PETG is tougher and more impact-resistant but slightly less stiff than PLA.