PVB
PVB is a transparent/translucent material suitable for FDM printing and can be smoothed by alcohol vapor. After surface treatment, it can obtain better gloss and light transmission effects, and is suitable for exterior displays, lampshades, windows and decorative models.
High Strength
Cost Efficient
Surface Quality
Lightweight
Transparency
Lead Time
3~5 days
Tolerance
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3 mm)
Min. Order
1
Reference Unit Price Range
0.05 - 0.12
Advantages
- Mature post-processing compatibility
- Light Transmission
Disadvantages
- Moisture sensitivity
- Very limited performance
- Limited heat resistance
- Limited weather resistance
- Limited chemical resistance
- Limited wear resistance
Performance Snapshot
Material Characteristics at a Glance
Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.
Cost Efficient
ExcellentSource score: 5/5
Light Transmission
ExcellentSource score: 5/5
Surface Quality
HighSource score: 4/5
Lightweight
HighSource score: 4/5
High Strength
HighSource score: 4/5
Dimensional Stability
MediumSource score: 3/5
Toughness
MediumSource score: 3/5
Rigidity
MediumSource score: 3/5
Heat Resistance
LowSource score: 2/5
Surface Finish Options
Surface Finish Options
Available finish options for PVB.
As Printed
Color
Transparent
Accuracy
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3 mm)
Painting
Finish options
Glossy and matte paint finishes available
Best for
Adding custom color and a protective paint layer to PVB parts for low-cost rapid prototyping.
Note
Validate paint adhesion, masking boundaries, and coating coverage on PVB before production, especially around interfaces, edges, and fine details.
Silk Screening
Print method
Single- or multi-color graphics on flat or gently curved surfaces
Best for
Applying logos, labels, or functional graphics to flat areas of PVB parts used for low-cost rapid prototyping.
Note
Confirm printable area, ink adhesion, and graphic registration on PVB before production.
Clear / Transparency Treatment
Optical result
Improved translucency or transparency for clear materials
Best for
Improving light transmission on PVB parts for low-cost rapid prototyping and transparent visual models.
Note
Validate optical clarity, masking, and thickness uniformity on PVB; transparency depends on geometry and treatment.
Industries & Applications
Where PVB Delivers
Industrial Manufacturing
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Prototype and fit-check components
Equipment
- Functional prototype testing
- Assembly testing
- Prototype equipment components
Consumer Electronics
- Product enclosure prototypes
- Fit-check and assembly models
- Custom test fixtures
- Low-volume concept validation builds
Entertainment & Collectibles
- Low-cost rapid prototyping
- Functional prototype testing
- Appearance and display models
- Assembly testing
- Art and cultural-creative models
Technical Specifications
Design Guidelines
Material Properties
Process & Dimensional Specs
Ready to Order?
Upload your 3D file and receive a quote for PVB parts. Typical turnaround is 3~5 days from order confirmation.
Every order includes: Dimensional inspection report · NDA-ready file handling · Pre-shipment QC photography · DDP door-to-door logistics · Engineering review on request
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Have a tight-tolerance or complex geometry requirement? Our engineers review your drawing before quoting to flag potential issues.
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