IC3D

Premium USA-made engineering and recycled PETG specialist

Tier A-

IC3D sits at Tier A- - a strong overall pick with tight quality control and a few minor caveats versus pure Tier A brands. We rate them this way because of ohio manufacturer with oshwa-certified open-source hardware roots; users report ic3d abs and petg beating other us brands on layer adhesion and low warp and praise concentrates on abs/petg rather than the full pla lineup; premium domestic pricing. Materials available from IC3D include PLA, PETG, rPETG, ABS, and ASA. In day-to-day printing, IC3D stands out for: abs widely called the clearest winner for low-warp, low-odor enclosed printing. Spools typically run $28-$40 per kilogram.

Why Tier A-?

  • Ohio manufacturer with OSHWA-certified open-source hardware roots; users report IC3D ABS and PETG beating other US brands on layer adhesion and low warp
  • Praise concentrates on ABS/PETG rather than the full PLA lineup; premium domestic pricing

Pros

  • Made in Ohio with stated +/-0.03mm tolerance on PETG
  • ABS widely called the clearest winner for low-warp, low-odor enclosed printing
  • Recycled PETG praised for smooth extrusion across Prusa, Railcore, and Ender fleets
  • Certified Open Source Hardware (OSHWA US0000131) with direct US support

Cons

  • PLA line has lower store review scores than PETG/ABS
  • Recycled PETG noted as somewhat brittle for impact-critical parts
  • Premium US pricing versus budget imports

Additional Notes

  • US-made pick for functional ABS and PETG; many users print IC3D engineering lines exclusively

IC3D Filament FAQ

What materials does IC3D make?

IC3D produces filament in the following materials: PLA, PETG, rPETG, ABS, ASA. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is IC3D filament rated?

IC3D is rated Tier A- by Filament Cheat Sheet because of ohio manufacturer with oshwa-certified open-source hardware roots; users report ic3d abs and petg beating other us brands on layer adhesion and low warp and praise concentrates on abs/petg rather than the full pla lineup; premium domestic pricing.

Is IC3D good for beginners?

Yes - IC3D is a strong choice for beginners thanks to consistent quality and reliable printing behavior, though pricing is on the higher end.

What are the pros and cons of IC3D filament?

Pros of IC3D: Made in Ohio with stated +/-0.03mm tolerance on PETG; ABS widely called the clearest winner for low-warp, low-odor enclosed printing; Recycled PETG praised for smooth extrusion across Prusa, Railcore, and Ender fleets; Certified Open Source Hardware (OSHWA US0000131) with direct US support. Considerations: PLA line has lower store review scores than PETG/ABS; Recycled PETG noted as somewhat brittle for impact-critical parts; Premium US pricing versus budget imports.

How much does IC3D filament cost?

IC3D filament typically costs between $28 and $40 per kilogram, depending on the material and color. Specialty composite or engineering-grade materials sit at the upper end of that range.

Where can I buy IC3D filament?

IC3D filament is sold directly through IC3D at https://www.ic3dprinters.com/. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.