Polymaker™ ABS Max

Max Performance ABS Polymaker™ ABS Max is the highest-performance ABS in the Polymaker lineup, engineered for advanced users and demanding applications that exceed the capabilities of conventional consumer-grade ABS and ASA materials.

Speed Without Compromise Designed for print speeds up to 200 mm/s, ABS Max delivers exceptional performance without sacrificing reliability or print quality. Optimized for actively heated build environments, it enables high-throughput production with consistent results.

Maximum Heat Resistance With a Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) of 113.1°C at 1.8 MPa and 118.1 at 0.45MPa, ABS Max offers the highest heat resistance in the Polymaker ABS range. It is ideally suited for automotive components, industrial fixtures, and other applications exposed to elevated operating temperatures.

Engineered for Performance ABS Max combines high strength, stiffness, and impact resistance for parts that must perform under real mechanical and thermal stress. With a tensile strength of 35.66 MPa, flexural strength of 63.29 MPa, and unnotched impact strength of 29.37 kJ/m², ABS Max is engineered to deliver reliable structural performance, durability, and toughness.

Improved Creep Resistance Best-in-class creep resistance helps maintain dimensional accuracy and structural integrity under prolonged load and heat exposure, ensuring reliable long-term performance in demanding environments.

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Parameter

Nozzle temperature

270 – 300 (℃)

Build surface treatment

PC and Texture PEI (Magigoo when needed)

Build plate temperature

120 (˚C)

Cooling fan

0-30%

Printing speed

Up to 200mm/s

Max Volumetric Speed

up to 15mm³/s

Retraction distance

1 - 3 (mm)

Retraction speed

20 - 40 (mm/s)

Closure Chamber

Needed (65˚C+ actively heated)

Drying setting

70˚C for 6h

Print Tips

This material can requires an actively heated chamber in order to print. It also needs an all-metal hotend that can reach above 250˚C.

The hotter and slower you print, the better your layer adhesion will be.
Set your actively heated chamber to 65˚C or higher and do not start the print until that temperature is reached.
If you are printing slow and hot, you will get better layer adhesion but may experience uglier overhangs. You will battle between great layer adhesion and great overhang quality.
Magigoo Original works as a great product for bed adhesion if you are having issues.
Keep your cooling fan off if you are having layer adhesion or build plate adhesion issues.

FAQ

Which 3D printer can print Polymaker™ ABS Max?

This material requires an actively heated chamber. Some examples would be the Bambu Lab H2 series or printers made by QIDI.

Using proper bed adhesion can also help printing larger parts without deformation/warping issue. More info We can recommend Magigoo or BuildTak as adhesive and bed surface options.

Do I need an enclosure to print ABS Max?

Yes. ABS Max requires an actively heated chamber of 65°C or higher for best results.

Does ABS Max require a hardened nozzle?

No. ABS Max contains no abrasive fillers and prints well with standard nozzles.

Do I need to dry ABS Max before printing?

Yes. We recommend drying ABS Max at 70°C for 6 hours before printing or if absorbed moisture.

Will the spools work in an AMS?

Yes! We have redesigned the edges of our spools so all Polymaker products will now spin great in the AMS.

What printers is ABS Max compatible with?

ABS Max is designed for printers with active chamber heating. It will print well on any enclosed printer capable of maintaining a 65°C+ chamber temperature.

What is the difference between ABS Pro and ABS Max?

ABS Max is the higher-performance option. It runs hotter (HDT 114°C vs 103°C at 1.8 MPa), offers best-in-class creep resistance, and requires an actively heated chamber of 65°C+ compared to ABS Pro's 50°C+. ABS Pro prints faster at up to 250 mm/s vs 200 mm/s for ABS Max. Choose ABS Max when you need the ultimate in thermal performance - choose ABS Pro for a broader printer compatibility and higher print speeds.

Is ABS Max stronger than standard ABS?

Yes. ABS Max offers extreme heat resistance, best-in-class creep resistance, and superior mechanical performance compared to standard ABS.