NextShapes ASA Filament – Weatherproof, UV-resistant and precise

NextShapes ASA filament was developed for demanding applications where durability, dimensional stability, and weather resistance are paramount. Compared to conventional ABS, ASA offers superior UV stability and high resistance to sun, rain, and temperature fluctuations – ideal for permanent outdoor use.

Thanks to its optimized material formulation, the filament enables uniform extrusion, clean surfaces and reliable printing results even at high printing speeds.

Advantages at a glance

• ☀️ UV and weather resistant – ideal for long-term outdoor use

• 🌧️ High resistance to moisture and weathering

• 🔥 Heat resistant up to approx. 100 °C (Heat Deflection Temperature)

• ⚙️ High dimensional accuracy of ±0.02 mm

• 🚀 Optimized for high-speed printing

• 🎯 Consistent filament development for trouble-free printing

• 🧩 Excellent layer adhesion and high-quality surface finish

• 💪 High strength and impact resistance

• 🖨️ Compatible with most FDM 3D printers

Perfectly suited for

The NextShapes ASA filament is particularly suitable for:

• Outdoor components

• Garden and lighting projects

• Housing and technical components

• Automotive parts

• Drone and RC components

• Functional prototypes

• Tools and fixtures

• Industrial and engineering applications

Technical specifications

Recommended print settings

• Nozzle temperature: 255-265°C

• Heated bed: 100 °C

• Fan: 10–35%

• Dry storage at ≤20% humidity is recommended.

Sustainable coil core

The reusable spool reduces plastic consumption and helps to minimize packaging waste. The refill system allows for easy spool changes while conserving resources.

Why NextShapes ASA?

With its combination of high UV resistance, excellent weather resistance, precise dimensional accuracy and reliable printing behavior, the NextShapes ASA filament is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to produce functional and durable 3D prints – both indoors and outdoors.