SOVB 3D

Very good value + generally consistent; French-made PLA and ABS specialist

Tier B

SOVB 3D is a Tier B brand: solid value with generally consistent quality, but some batch-to-batch variability has been reported. We rate them this way because of french forum and blog tests praise sovb abs and pla for easy printing, low odor abs, and competitive french pricing and black pla translucency on thin walls and occasional first-layer height quirks reported in prusa french forum. Materials available from SOVB 3D include PLA, ABS, ABS Alumine, ABS Ignifuge, and Phosphorescent ABS. In day-to-day printing, SOVB 3D stands out for: abs prints with low odor and minimal warping per french user testimonials. Spools typically run $18-$25 per kilogram.

Why Tier B?

  • French forum and blog tests praise SOVB ABS and PLA for easy printing, low odor ABS, and competitive French pricing
  • Black PLA translucency on thin walls and occasional first-layer height quirks reported in Prusa French forum

Pros

  • Made in France with RAL color identification across 23+ colors
  • ABS prints with low odor and minimal warping per French user testimonials
  • Alumine metallic/glitter ABS line praised for uniform pigmentation
  • Responsive French customer support cited in long-term user blogs

Cons

  • PLA black appears translucent on walls under 0.8mm per manufacturer and user notes
  • Primarily France and EU distribution
  • Limited English-language community corpus

Additional Notes

  • French extrusion house; strong regional ABS value with alumine finish options

SOVB 3D Filament FAQ

What materials does SOVB 3D make?

SOVB 3D produces filament in the following materials: PLA, ABS, ABS Alumine, ABS Ignifuge, Phosphorescent ABS. Each material is suited to different print applications - check our material database for printing temperatures and specs.

What tier is SOVB 3D filament rated?

SOVB 3D is rated Tier B by Filament Cheat Sheet because of french forum and blog tests praise sovb abs and pla for easy printing, low odor abs, and competitive french pricing and black pla translucency on thin walls and occasional first-layer height quirks reported in prusa french forum.

Is SOVB 3D good for beginners?

SOVB 3D can work for beginners, especially given the price point. Just be aware that some batch variability has been reported, so a temperature tower print is a good first step.

What are the pros and cons of SOVB 3D filament?

Pros of SOVB 3D: Made in France with RAL color identification across 23+ colors; ABS prints with low odor and minimal warping per French user testimonials; Alumine metallic/glitter ABS line praised for uniform pigmentation; Responsive French customer support cited in long-term user blogs. Considerations: PLA black appears translucent on walls under 0.8mm per manufacturer and user notes; Primarily France and EU distribution; Limited English-language community corpus.

How much does SOVB 3D filament cost?

SOVB 3D filament typically costs between $18 and $25 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 SOVB 3D filament?

SOVB 3D filament is sold directly through SOVB 3D at https://www.sovb3d.fr/. It is not generally stocked on Amazon.