Creality filament: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU and Hyper series
Most Creality filaments here are 1.75 mm, the diameter most FDM printers use. CR-PLA and EN-PLA value packs are everyday PLA for prototypes and home prints, with Silk, Matte Rainbow and wood-effect CR-Wood options for decorative pieces. The Hyper series, made for high-speed printing, includes Hyper PLA, Hyper PETG, Hyper ABS, Hyper PC and the carbon fibre Hyper PLA-CF and Hyper PETG-CF.
For flexible parts such as grips or seals, CR-TPU and HP-TPU are soft, rubber-like materials. PETG, in CR-PETG and Hyper PETG, is tougher and more heat resistant than PLA, and Hyper ABS suits functional parts. Some Hyper PLA spools carry an RFID tag for the Creality CFS multi-colour system, and Hyper Luminous Glow PLA glows in the dark. Ask our live chat about materials.
Frequently asked questions
Are Creality filaments compatible with other 3D printers?
In most cases, yes. Creality filament is standard 1.75 mm material, so it works in FDM printers from other makers that use 1.75 mm filament, as long as the printer reaches the temperatures the material needs. The RFID tags on some Hyper PLA spools are read by Creality's CFS system; on other printers the filament prints normally, but you select the material settings yourself.
What is the difference between PLA, PETG, ABS and TPU?
PLA is the easiest to print and suits models, prototypes and decorative pieces. PETG is tougher and handles more heat and moisture, which makes it good for functional parts. ABS is strong and heat resistant but prints best with a heated bed, an enclosure and good ventilation. TPU is flexible and rubber-like, ideal for grips, bumpers and seals, and is best printed at slower speeds.
Do carbon fibre filaments need a special nozzle?
Carbon fibre filaments such as Hyper PLA-CF and Hyper PETG-CF contain short fibres that make parts stiffer, but the fibres are abrasive. A standard brass nozzle wears quickly with them, so a hardened steel or similar wear-resistant nozzle is recommended. Check which nozzle your printer has before you start a carbon fibre print.