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colorFabb Filament

Dutch premium manufacturer. -- products tracked including nGen, woodFill, and bronzeFill.

Last updated: March 2026


colorFabb is a premium Dutch filament manufacturer based in Belfeld, Netherlands. They're known for pioneering specialty filaments — their woodFill and bronzeFill were among the first specialty filaments on the market. Their nGen line (based on Eastman Amphora copolyester) is one of the most respected PETG alternatives available.

colorFabb's pricing sits firmly in the premium tier. You're paying for Dutch manufacturing, quality control, and innovative materials that many brands don't offer. Available through 3DJake in the UK, Germany, and France.

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colorFabb is a premium Dutch manufacturer respected for innovative specialty materials. Their woodFill and bronzeFill were among the first specialty filaments. nGen (PETG variant) is well-regarded. Premium pricing limits mass adoption but quality is consistently praised.

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Standard
PLA Economy
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colorFabb's PLA Economy line is their most accessible product, aimed at everyday printing. While still more expensive than budget Chinese brands, it offers the quality and consistency you'd expect from a European manufacturer. Available in a curated color range.

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Who it's for: Users who want European-made PLA with good consistency. The premium over budget brands is moderate for the PLA Economy line specifically.
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Enhanced PETG
nGen & PETG
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nGen is colorFabb's flagship material, based on Eastman Amphora AM3300 copolyester. It's an enhanced PETG with improved clarity, reduced stringing, and better layer adhesion. nGen HT adds higher heat resistance (up to 85C HDT) for functional applications.

If you've ever been frustrated by PETG stringing, nGen addresses exactly that issue. The Amphora base material flows more predictably than standard PETG, producing cleaner prints with less post-processing needed.

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Who it's for: Functional part makers who want PETG-class performance without the stringing headaches. Worth the premium if you print a lot of PETG and value consistent results.
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Specialty
woodFill, bronzeFill & More

colorFabb's most distinctive products. woodFill contains real wood particles in a PLA base, producing prints with a genuine wood-like texture that can be sanded and stained. bronzeFill is loaded with real bronze powder, making prints surprisingly heavy with a metallic feel that can be polished to a shine.

These were among the first specialty filaments ever released and remain some of the best in their category. They're niche products for specific applications, but nothing else quite replicates the results.

Who it's for: Artists, prop makers, and designers who want prints that look and feel like real wood or metal. Requires a 0.6mm+ nozzle for filled materials (bronzeFill especially).
Engineering
XT-CF20, PA & Composites

colorFabb offers a range of engineering-grade materials including XT-CF20 (copolyester with 20% carbon fiber), PA (nylon), and other high-performance composites. These are serious engineering materials priced accordingly, targeting professional and industrial applications.

The XT-CF20 is one of the original carbon fiber filaments and still well-regarded for its combination of stiffness and print quality.

Note: Carbon fiber composites require a hardened steel nozzle. PA requires dry storage and an enclosed printer for best results.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is colorFabb nGen?
nGen is colorFabb's enhanced PETG variant based on Eastman Amphora copolyester. It offers improved clarity, reduced stringing, and better layer adhesion compared to standard PETG. It is one of the most well-regarded PETG alternatives available.
Is colorFabb worth the premium price?
colorFabb is a premium Dutch manufacturer with consistently high quality. Their specialty materials like woodFill and bronzeFill are unique products with few direct competitors. For standard PLA, the premium over budget brands may not be justified for everyday printing.
What are colorFabb woodFill and bronzeFill?
woodFill contains real wood particles mixed into PLA, producing prints with a wood-like texture that can be sanded and stained. bronzeFill contains real bronze powder, making prints heavy and metallic-feeling. Both were among the first specialty filaments ever released.
Where can I buy colorFabb filament?
colorFabb filament is available through 3DJake in the UK, Germany, and France. SpoolHound tracks live prices across all three regions.