ASA 3D Printing: The Ultimate Outdoor Material for Central Oregon Projects
- Brad Harbert
- Apr 12
- 3 min read
At Outlaw Prototyping, we specialize in high-performance 3D printing and reverse engineering services from our shop right here in Central Oregon. One material we keep coming back to—especially for outdoor and industrial parts—is ASA filament. Built to withstand UV rays, moisture, and mechanical stress, ASA is ideal for the high-desert environment we call home.
If you need strong, weather-resistant prototypes or end-use parts, ASA might be exactly what you're looking for.
What is ASA Filament?
ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is a thermoplastic designed for strength and stability in harsh conditions. Think of it as ABS with a serious upgrade: it holds up in direct sunlight and fluctuating weather without yellowing, cracking, or warping.
This makes it a great choice for:
Outdoor enclosures and brackets
Automotive parts and accessories
Garden and irrigation components
Signage and architectural models
Field-use prototypes and rugged fixtures
Whether you're working on a custom overlanding rig or outdoor gear that needs to perform year-round, ASA is a rock-solid material choice.
Why ASA Is Perfect for Central Oregon
From the high UV index and dry summers to freezing winters and wind exposure, Central Oregon throws a lot at your outdoor gear. ASA is one of the few materials that can take the abuse:
✅ UV Resistant: Won’t degrade in sunlight
✅ Weatherproof: Handles temperature swings with ease
✅ Tough & Durable: High impact strength for real-world use
✅ Great Finish: Prints with a clean, matte surface that looks pro
Outlaw Prototyping uses ASA regularly for clients in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Prineville and throughout the region who need prints that last beyond the workshop.
Use Case: Custom RV Components Built to Last
One of our Central Oregon clients—an RV manufacturer focused on off-grid, all-season travel—came to us with a challenge: they needed a durable, UV-stable exterior vent cover that could be custom-fit to multiple RV models.
The original parts were injection molded overseas with long lead times, and they degraded quickly under intense sun exposure. We used our 3D laser scanner to reverse engineer the defective part, then 3D printed a batch of replacements using ASA.
The results:
Zero warping or cracking during heat testing
Perfect fit thanks to precise scan data
Matte finish that blended seamlessly with the RV’s exterior
Reduced turnaround time from 3 weeks to just 3 days
The client now uses ASA components for multiple exterior parts—vent covers, cable guides, and custom utility housings—knowing they’ll stand up to rugged, real-world use.
Our ASA Printing Capabilities in Central Oregon
We’ve dialed in our settings to print ASA with precision using industrial-grade 3D printers:
Nozzle Temp: 245–260°C
Bed Temp: 100–110°C
Enclosure: Always used to prevent warping
Cooling: Kept low to avoid cracking
Adhesion: PEI beds and specialized adhesives like Magigoo ensure a strong first layer
We also offer post-processing options like sanding, painting, and acetone vapor smoothing for a polished, functional finish.
Reverse Engineering with 3D Laser Scanning
Have an existing part but no CAD file? No problem. At Outlaw Prototyping, we offer reverse engineering services using a high-precision 3D laser scanner. We can digitize real-world objects with extreme accuracy and reproduce or improve them with ASA or other engineering-grade materials.
This is perfect for:
Legacy parts or discontinued components
Replacement parts for equipment or vehicles
Engineering validation and product development
Functional modifications or upgrades
Combining 3D scanning with ASA printing gives you a fast, cost-effective way to replicate and enhance parts that need to stand up to the elements.
Get a Quote from Outlaw Prototyping
Looking for ASA 3D printing in Central Oregon? Need help reverse engineering a part or building a prototype from scratch? Outlaw Prototyping has the tools, expertise, and materials to get the job done right.
📍 Based in Central Oregon
🛠 Specializing in ASA printing & functional prototypes
📏 Offering 3D laser scanning & reverse engineering
🌲 Designed for real-world durability
Contact us today to get started on your next outdoor-ready print or reverse engineering project. We’re proud to support innovation and small-batch manufacturing in Bend, Redmond, and the greater Central Oregon area.
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