PVB
Polyvinyl Butyral
Vapor-smoothable with isopropyl alcohol for a glossy, polished finish.
Ease of use: Easy
This filament is easy to print, flexible. Worth watching: it can be a little moisture-sensitive and low on heat resistance.
Nozzle 200-220 °CBed 60-75 °CEnclosure Not RequiredStrength LowHeat LowMoisture MediumFumes Low
Things to watch
- Picks up moisture over time, store it with desiccant
- Softens in heat, not for hot cars or near heat sources
- Can be brittle, may crack under sharp impact
Strengths
- Flexible and rubber-like
Full spec sheet · 25 fields
Printing requirements
200-220 °C
Off, 40-60°C
High 75%
Off
Ambient (20-35°C)
Low
Open Window / Room Ventilation, Carbon Filtration
Dilutes airborne contaminants but doesn't filter them. Reduces VOCs and odors but not ultrafine particles.
1
Optional (Brim, Glue (adhesion), Glue (release))
Recommended
Recommended (for taller or longer prints)
45-55 °C for 4-6 h
Printing characteristics
0.2-0.5 %
60 mm/s
Medium
Material properties
1.08 g/cm³
Low · 30 MPa
Medium · 2.00 GPa
Low · 3.0 kJ/m²
Flexible · 200% elong.
Low · 60 °C HDT
65 °C
High · 1.00% in 24h
Medium · 60 MPa
Medium · 2.00 GPa
Common uses
🎨 Art & Cosplay
Cosplay propsDisplay modelsFigurines & statues