PrimaCreator Value Tough (ABS-Like) Resin: High-Strength ABS-Type Resin (1 kg)
Quick summary: The PrimaCreator Value Tough is an ABS-like resin — more flexible and impact-resistant than standard resin and far less brittle, to the point where printed parts can bend and spring back to shape. According to the manufacturer, it offers 60–80 MPa flexural strength, 11–21% elongation at break, and 76–80 Shore D hardness, with a matte finish in solid colors. It's an ideal choice for scale modeling and functional prototypes. Compatible with LCD and DLP printers at 395–405 nm, available in 1 kg bottles in light gray, black, clear, skin, and white.
Key specs at a glance
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Type: ABS-like tough resin.
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Toughness: 11–21% elongation at break and 60–80 J/m notched impact strength.
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Flexural strength: 60–80 MPa.
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Hardness: 76–80 Shore D.
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Glass transition temperature: 70 °C.
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Finish: Matte, solid colors, with fine detail and smooth layer transitions.
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Wavelength: 395–405 nm.
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Colors: Light gray, black, clear, skin, and white — 1 kg bottle.
What is ABS-like resin good for?
It's the go-to choice for parts that need to survive handling, impacts, and tight fits without snapping. PrimaCreator highlights the Value Tough as ideal for scale modeling thanks to its easy post-processing, and well-suited for functional prototypes that get handled regularly — the manufacturer uses eyeglass frames as a prime example, since they need to be both strong and slightly flexible. It's also an excellent option for miniatures with thin, delicate parts — swords, spears, wings — that would break with a standard resin.
Which color should I choose?
Light gray is the most popular choice for checking detail and painting. Black and white deliver ready-to-display parts without painting. Clear enables translucent effects and see-through sections. Skin tone works great for figures and busts.
Technical specifications
Data provided by the manufacturer (PrimaCreator).
| Property |
Value |
| Resin type |
Tough (ABS-like) |
| Wavelength |
395–405 nm |
| Viscosity |
150–350 mPa·s |
| Density |
1.05–1.25 g/cm³ |
| Hardness |
76–80 Shore D |
| Flexural strength |
60–80 MPa |
| Flexural modulus |
1,192–2,525 MPa |
| Tensile modulus |
1,860–2,645 MPa |
| Elongation at break |
11–21% |
| Impact strength (notched) |
60–80 J/m |
| Glass transition temperature |
70 °C |
| Layer exposure (0.05 mm) |
4–12 s |
| Base layer exposure |
40–60 s |
| Contents |
1 kg |
Washing and Curing
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Wash your print with isopropyl alcohol (IPA) to remove uncured resin.
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Cure for 2–5 minutes in a UV curing station. Sunlight takes 10–20 minutes, or up to 60 minutes on a cloudy day.
- The result is a hard, low-shrinkage part with ABS-like behavior.
A wash and cure station automates both steps. If you'd rather skip the alcohol, check out the PrimaCreator Value Tough water-washable version. Browse more options in our tough resins and ABS-like resins collections.
Frequently Asked Questions about PrimaCreator Value Tough
What does "ABS-like" mean?
It means the cured part behaves similarly to ABS plastic — tougher and more flexible than standard resin, and far less brittle.
Can it flex without breaking?
According to the manufacturer, parts can be bent and will return to their original shape, thanks to an elongation at break of 11–21%.
What is it best used for?
Scale modeling, miniatures with thin parts, and functional prototypes that get handled — such as eyeglass frames.
How hard is it?
76–80 Shore D, according to PrimaCreator's datasheet.
Which printers is it compatible with?
Any LCD or DLP resin printer with a 395–405 nm light source.
What exposure settings should I use?
The manufacturer recommends 4–12 s per layer at 0.05 mm and 40–60 s for base layers. Fine-tune with a calibration test.
How do I wash it?
With isopropyl alcohol. If you prefer water washing, go for the water-washable version.
How long does curing take?
2–5 minutes in a UV curing station.
Can it be painted?
Yes. It has a matte finish and is easy to post-process, which is why the manufacturer recommends it for scale modeling.
What colors are available?
Light gray, black, clear, skin, and white — all available in 1 kg bottles.
