VeroBlackPlus vs VisiJet M3 Crystal
Polymer · grade comparison
VeroBlackPlus and VisiJet M3 Crystal are both polymer grades. VeroBlackPlus is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 55 MPa (7.98 ksi) against 42 MPa (6.15 ksi) for VisiJet M3 Crystal, about 30% more. VeroBlackPlus is the more ductile: elongation 17% versus 6.8% for VisiJet M3 Crystal. VisiJet M3 Crystal is lighter (1.02 g/cm³ vs 1.18 g/cm³ for VeroBlackPlus) and VeroBlackPlus is stiffer (2.5 GPa vs 1.5 GPa).
VeroBlackPlusChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
VisiJet M3 CrystalChoose it when weight is the constraint, or when the part sees heat.
VeroBlackPlus vs VisiJet M3 Crystal: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
VeroBlackPlusVisiJet M3 Crystal
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell M
Hardness, Rockwell R
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Glass Transition (Tg)
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Refractive Index
Light Transmission
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 0.2 W/m·K0.12 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 1,500 J/kg·K0.36 BTU/lb·°F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Same in both: Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Processing Melt Temperature (typ.)
Same in both: Machinability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 0.1 mm²/s · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 0
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | VeroBlackPlus | VisiJet M3 Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
VeroBlackPlus vs VisiJet M3 Crystal — frequently asked
Is VeroBlackPlus stronger than VisiJet M3 Crystal?
Yes. VeroBlackPlus has a typical tensile strength of 55 MPa (7.98 ksi) against 42 MPa (6.15 ksi) for VisiJet M3 Crystal — about 30% more.
Which is cheaper, VeroBlackPlus or VisiJet M3 Crystal?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose VeroBlackPlus over VisiJet M3 Crystal?
Pick VeroBlackPlus when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick VisiJet M3 Crystal when weight is the constraint, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in VeroBlackPlus and VisiJet M3 Crystal side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.