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PETG Matte filament

The strength of PETG with a matte finish on which layer lines barely show.

PETG Matte from Fiberlogy combines the strength and toughness of PETG with a matte, velvety finish. Light is scattered instead of reflected, so layer lines barely show and a print looks finished straight away. Choose from solid colours and soft pastel shades on 0.85 kg spools; black also comes on 2.5 kg. Below the products you can read how to print matte PETG. Read more…

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What is PETG Matte?

Matte PETG is PETG with an additive that gives it a matte surface. Where regular PETG is glossy, a print in PETG Matte looks calm and even. Layer lines, small imperfections and seams show much less, without sanding or varnishing. Under that matte surface is PETG: strong, tough and resistant to moisture, acids, salts and alkalis. It shrinks little and is not prone to warping. You can read more about the material family under PETG & PCTG filament.

PETG Matte, regular PETG or PLA Matte?

FilamentFinishChoose it for
PETG MatteMatte, layer lines barely visibleParts that need to be strong and look good
PETGGlossy, also transparentFunctional printing, translucent prints and the widest choice of colours
PLA MatteMatteModels and decoration that stay indoors and carry no load; prints more easily and cooler

According to Fiberlogy, PETG Matte is much stronger than matte PLA. It is also more heat-resistant and suitable for outdoor use.

Printing PETG Matte: the settings

  • Nozzle: 250–270 °C, so hotter than regular PETG. If you print fast, for example on a Bambu Lab printer, Fiberlogy recommends 260–280 °C for the best layer bonding.
  • Print bed: 90 °C.
  • Slicer: Fiberlogy recommends using more perimeters and a higher infill for the best strength.
  • Adhesion: on a smooth PEI sheet, use glue stick as a release layer.
  • Cooling: moderate, around 30–50%, as with other PETG.

Ready-made profiles for the Bambu Lab X1C, P1S, P1P, A1 and A1 mini can be downloaded in our article Fiberlogy Matte PETG. Print not going well? Take a look at solving 3D printing problems.

Colours and spools

PETG Matte comes in solid colours such as black, white, grey, graphite, red, blue and green, and in soft pastel shades: blue, lilac, mint, pink and yellow. All colours are 1.75 mm on 0.85 kg spools, with a diameter tolerance of ± 0.02 mm. Black also comes on a 2.5 kg spool, handy if you print a lot in the same colour.

Pros and cons of PETG Matte

Pros

  • Layer lines barely show, prints look finished straight away
  • The strength and toughness of PETG
  • Resistant to moisture, acids, salts and alkalis
  • Little shrinkage and warping

Cons

  • Prints hotter than regular PETG: 250–270 °C
  • Not transparent
  • For maximum strength you need more perimeters and infill

Uses

  • Enclosures: for electronics, cameras and gadgets, with a clean look.
  • Practical: holders, stands, desk organisers and phone holders.
  • Prototypes: parts that need to look like a finished product.
  • Decoration and cosplay: vases, figures and costume parts that can take a knock.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is PETG Matte as strong as regular PETG?

    PETG Matte has the properties of PETG and, according to Fiberlogy, is much stronger than matte PLA. For the best strength, Fiberlogy recommends printing at 250–270 °C (260–280 °C at high speed) and using more perimeters and infill. That way the layers bond well.

  • Can I use PETG Matte in the Bambu Lab AMS?

    Yes, all colours on the 0.85 kg spool are suitable for the AMS. The 2.5 kg spool is too large. Profiles for Bambu Lab printers can be found in our article on Fiberlogy Matte PETG.

  • How big is the 2.5 kg spool?

    The 2.5 kg spool has an outer diameter of 300 mm, an inner diameter of 51.5 mm and is 103 mm wide. Check that your spool holder can take it. The 0.85 kg spool is 199 mm across.

  • Is PETG Matte suitable for outdoor use?

    Yes. Like regular PETG, PETG Matte resists moisture and weather, and is much better suited to outdoor use than PLA or PLA Matte. For parts that stand in full sun for years, ASA is even more resistant to UV light.

  • Should I choose PETG Matte or PLA Matte?

    Choose PLA Matte for models and decoration that stay indoors: it prints more easily and at a lower temperature. Choose PETG Matte if the part also carries a load, gets warm or is used outdoors.