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Key Features
- Clear PETG filament
- Strong and durable
- Excellent layer adhesion
- Good impact resistance
- Less brittle than PLA
- Better heat resistance than standard PLA
- Low warping and shrinkage
- Good dimensional stability
- Good moisture resistance
- Good chemical resistance
- Suitable for functional parts
- Excellent for light-transmitting applications
- Easy everyday printing
- No enclosure normally required
- 1.75mm filament diameter
- 1kg net filament weight
Clear, Translucent Finish
The Clear variation is designed for applications where light transmission or a translucent appearance is useful.
It is particularly well suited to:
- LED diffusers
- Light covers
- Lamps
- Illuminated signs
- Electronics housings
- Inspection covers
- Containers
- Display components
- Decorative models
- Prototype covers
Depending on the model design and print settings, finished parts can range from a frosted translucent appearance to improved light transmission.
Important Note About Transparency
FDM-printed Clear PETG should not be expected to look perfectly glass-clear straight from the printer.
Each printed layer creates interfaces that scatter light, while infill and internal walls can make the finished part appear cloudy or frosted.
Transparency can be improved by adjusting:
- Layer height
- Wall thickness
- Number of walls
- Infill
- Printing temperature
- Extrusion consistency
- Print orientation
- Model geometry
- Surface finishing
For applications where maximum transparency is important, the model and slicer settings should be optimised specifically for this purpose.
Excellent for Lighting Projects
Clear PETG can work particularly well with LED lighting because the printed material can transmit and diffuse light.
Potential applications include:
- LED light covers
- Illuminated signs
- Backlit logos
- Lamps
- Light boxes
- Decorative lighting
- Electronics projects
Wall thickness and the distance between the LEDs and printed component can be adjusted to change the final diffusion effect.
Strong & Durable
PETG provides an excellent balance between easy-printing PLA and more demanding engineering materials.
It offers good:
- Mechanical strength
- Toughness
- Impact resistance
- Layer adhesion
- Flexibility
- Durability
Compared with standard PLA, PETG is generally less brittle and better suited to parts that will experience regular handling or mechanical stress.
Excellent Layer Adhesion
PETG is well known for strong inter-layer bonding, making it an excellent material for functional components.
Applications include:
- Brackets
- Clips
- Mounts
- Housings
- Containers
- Protective covers
- Mechanical components
- Functional prototypes
- Replacement parts
Low Warping
PETG provides useful mechanical performance without many of the printing challenges associated with ABS.
Its relatively low shrinkage and warping make larger components easier to print successfully.
For most PETG applications, an enclosed printer is not required.
Better Heat Resistance Than PLA
PETG generally provides better temperature resistance than standard PLA, making it more suitable for many practical applications.
This includes:
- Electronics housings
- Workshop components
- Equipment brackets
- Household components
- Storage solutions
- Functional prototypes
For significantly higher-temperature environments, materials such as ABS, ASA, PC or other engineering filaments may still be more appropriate.
Good Moisture & Chemical Resistance
PETG offers useful resistance to moisture and many common chemicals.
This makes it a popular choice for:
- Containers
- Protective housings
- Equipment covers
- Workshop organisers
- Utility components
- Functional prototypes
Material suitability should always be assessed for the specific chemical, temperature and mechanical requirements of the application.
PETG vs PLA
| Feature | PETG | PLA |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of Printing | Easy | Very Easy |
| Strength | Very Good | Good |
| Toughness | Very Good | Moderate |
| Brittleness | Lower | Higher |
| Layer Adhesion | Excellent | Good |
| Impact Resistance | Very Good | Moderate |
| Heat Resistance | Better | Lower |
| Functional Parts | Excellent | Good |
PLA remains excellent for straightforward everyday printing, while PETG is generally the better choice when toughness and functional performance become more important.
PETG vs ABS
| Feature | PETG | ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of Printing | Easier | More Demanding |
| Warping | Low | Higher |
| Enclosure Required | Generally No | Recommended |
| Strength | Very Good | Very Good |
| Layer Adhesion | Excellent | Very Good |
| Heat Resistance | Good | Higher |
| Functional Parts | Excellent | Excellent |
PETG provides a convenient balance of durability and ease of printing, while ABS is better suited to applications requiring greater temperature resistance.
Keep Your PETG Dry
PETG can absorb moisture from the surrounding air.
Wet filament can cause:
- Increased stringing
- Popping or crackling
- Small bubbles
- Rough surfaces
- Inconsistent extrusion
- Reduced surface quality
With Clear PETG, moisture-related bubbles and surface imperfections can also noticeably reduce the transparency of the finished part.
Store unused filament in a sealed container or vacuum bag with desiccant and dry the filament when necessary.
Ideal For
3D Fusion PETG Clear is ideal for:
- LED projects
- Light diffusers
- Illuminated signage
- Lamps
- Electronics housings
- Inspection covers
- Containers
- Display components
- Functional prototypes
- Mechanical parts
- Protective covers
- Brackets
- Mounts
- Organisers
- Household accessories
- Decorative models
- Small production runs
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | 3D Fusion |
| Material | PETG |
| Colour / Finish | Clear |
| Filament Diameter | 1.75mm |
| Net Weight | 1kg |
| Printer Technology | FDM / FFF |
| Heated Bed Recommended | Yes |
| Enclosed Printer Required | No |
| Moisture Sensitive | Yes |
| Dry Storage Recommended | Yes |
| Primary Benefits | Strength, Toughness, Layer Adhesion & Light Transmission |
Compatible Printers
3D Fusion PETG is suitable for most 1.75mm FDM/FFF 3D printers capable of printing PETG, including many models from:
- Creality Ender Series
- Creality K1 Series
- Creality K2 Series
- Creality SPARKX Series
- Creality Hi Series
- Bambu Lab
- Other compatible FDM/FFF printers
Why Choose 3D Fusion PETG Clear?
3D Fusion PETG Clear combines the practical advantages of PETG with a versatile translucent appearance.
Its combination of:
- Strong layer adhesion
- Good toughness
- Impact resistance
- Low warping
- Better heat resistance than PLA
- Good moisture resistance
- Light transmission
- Easy everyday printing
makes it an excellent choice for both functional components and lighting or display applications.




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