Prof. Lab ASA Red 1 kg

Professional ASA filament Prof. Lab ASA Red in a rich red shade is designed for reliable printing of functional parts that must withstand long-term sun, rain, and higher temperatures. Thanks to the properties of ASA material, it is suitable for both industrial and hobby use wherever standard PLA is no longer sufficient.

Main advantages of ASA material

• High UV resistance – models do not yellow or fade, making them suitable for long-term outdoor use.
• Excellent weather resistance – the material handles temperature changes, humidity, and rain without significant deformation.
• Heat resistance around 90–100 °C – parts maintain their shape even in hot environments (e.g., in a car, near engines, etc.).
• High mechanical strength and toughness – suitable for functional mechanical components, brackets, covers, and structural parts.
• Relatively low shrinkage compared to ABS – with correct printer settings, dimensionally accurate prints can be achieved.

Typical use

ASA is the ideal choice where a combination of strength, heat resistance, and sun stability is required:

• outdoor covers, boxes, and housings
• parts for the automotive and motorcycle hobby sector (brackets, plugs, caps, mounts)
• garden accessories, components for irrigation systems, mounts, and brackets
• functional technical parts, fixtures, assembly aids
• sports and outdoor equipment, accessories for e-bikes or scooters

Recommended printing parameters

Specific settings may vary depending on the type of 3D printer and cooling; the values below serve as initial recommendations for ASA material:

• Nozzle temperature: 240–260 °C
• Bed temperature: 80–100 °C
• Enclosure: recommended (helps limit deformation in larger parts)
• Cooling: 0–30 % (usually lower, only for details and bridges)
• Printing speed: approximately 40–80 mm/s depending on model complexity

For reliable first layer adhesion, it is recommended to use a suitable adhesive (e.g., adhesive spray/stick, special adhesive product for ASA/ABS, or a textured bed). For larger models, using a brim or raft is advisable.

Printing and processing

• The filament is suitable for most common FDM/FFF printers with a 1.75 mm nozzle.
• For best results, store the spool in a dry place (sealable box, silica gel).
• Finished ASA prints can be further mechanically processed – sanded, drilled, milled, glued with suitable adhesives, and painted.

Visual properties

• Color version: Red – a rich technical shade suitable for functional and design parts.
• The surface of the print is slightly matte to semi-glossy, effectively masking small layers and imperfections.

Technical parameters

Summary

Prof. Lab ASA Red 1 kg is a versatile professional ASA filament for users who need durable, functional, and dimensionally stable prints with a long lifespan even when used in demanding outdoor conditions. Thanks to the combination of strength, UV stability, and heat resistance, it is the ideal choice for technical projects, automotive, exterior accessories, and any functional printing where PLA is no longer enough.

Key features:

• Professional ASA filament in a rich red color for functional and technical parts
• High resistance to UV radiation and weathering – suitable for long-term outdoor use
• Heat resistance around 90–100 °C for parts exposed to higher temperatures (e.g., in a car)
• High mechanical strength and toughness – ideal for structural and mechanical components
• Relatively low shrinkage compared to ABS with correct printer settings
• Stable filament diameter of 1.75 mm and quality winding for reliable printing without material outages