eSUN ABS+ vs Overture ABS

Who this comparison is for

This page is for anyone choosing between these two specific spools: eSUN ABS+ in Black and Overture ABS in Black, both 1.75 mm and 1 kg. eSUN's ABS+ is its own modified grade, and "ABS+" from another brand is a different recipe. Overture sells this as plain ABS. The Amazon listings we link report model numbers ABS+175B1KG for eSUN and OVA175 for Overture. That's our listing data, not something either maker's page shows, so check the color and weight on the listing before you buy. If you're still deciding whether ABS is the right material, start with PLA vs ABS or our ABS vs ASA guide. For more ABS brands, see the ABS filament shortlist, and for other ABS comparisons, Bambu Lab ABS vs Polymaker PolyLite ABS and ELEGOO ABS vs Creality Hyper ABS.

How we compared them

This is a research-based comparison. Every figure below comes from the makers' own product pages, data sheets, wiki, and FAQ, listed in the sources. We haven't tested either filament, so nothing here is a measured result of ours. Where a maker describes its own product, such as eSUN's "Zero-Warp Sealing" or Overture's "minimal odor," we label it as the maker's claim.

We only put numbers side by side where both makers publish the same kind of value under the same test conditions. For these two, that rules out every test figure, because the specimens were made differently and the heat and impact tests differ. We list each maker's figures separately instead.

Side-by-side specs

Temperatures, fan, and speed

The nozzle ranges overlap from 245 to 265 °C, and eSUN's runs 15 °C lower at the bottom and 5 °C higher at the top. The bed ranges overlap from 95 to 100 °C. eSUN asks for 95–110 °C, while Overture's data sheet starts at 80 °C. If your printer's bed tops out at 100 °C, check that it can hold eSUN's range.

Both makers' pages contradict themselves somewhere.

• eSUN ABS+. The data sheet lists a fan speed of 100%, and its precautions say "You can turn on a fan to improve the printing effect." The product page lists the fan at 0%, and its printing notes say to "Turn off or reduce the cooling fan to minimize shrinkage and warping." The data sheet's own print test ran with the fan at 0%. On speed, the product page lists under 200 mm/s as a "high-speed printing parameter," while the data sheet gives 40–100 mm/s and its precautions suggest you "try to reduce the speed to print." Start from the lower fan and speed figures and adjust from there.
• Overture ABS. The data sheet, the product page's spec panel, and the wiki agree on a 245–265 °C nozzle, an 80–100 °C bed, the fan off, and 30–70 mm/s. The product page's description text says "nozzle 230–250°C, heated bed 90–110°C." Overture doesn't explain the difference, so we've used the data sheet. Its wiki rates print difficulty as high, saying it "Requires fine-tuned settings."

Neither maker says what layer height or line width its speed figure assumes, so read these as each maker's guidance rather than a race. Overture's data sheet also lists a raft separation distance of 0.1–0.2 mm and an overhang threshold of 50°, which eSUN doesn't publish.

Enclosure, warping, and ventilation

Both makers say ABS needs an enclosure.

• eSUN ABS+. The data sheet says ABS+ shrinks a lot, so "you should pay attention to heat preservation when printing, and print in a printer with a closed chamber." The product page says to "Print in an enclosed chamber with a stable temperature." eSUN also says its "micro-level formula reduces warping," and the data sheet calls ABS+ "not easy to warp and crack during printing." Those are eSUN's claims, with no warping test published.
• Overture ABS. The product page lists "Enclosed Printer Required," and the wiki says "An enclosed printer is essential." Neither maker gives a chamber temperature or a part size above which a heated chamber is needed.

On fumes, eSUN's product page says "Ensure the printing area is well ventilated." The FAQ on Overture's ABS product page says ABS "may emit fumes" and suggests printing "in a well-ventilated space, such as by opening a window or door, while keeping the printer's door closed." Both makers also claim lower odor. eSUN's data sheet says ABS+ has "low VOC volatile content, low odor during printing," and Overture's data sheet says it uses "a specialty ABS resin, which has significantly lower volatile content compared to traditional ABS resins," for "minimal odor." Neither publishes emissions figures. Our enclosure planning guide covers heat and exhaust, and our warping guide covers what to try when corners lift.

Strength and heat figures: listed separately

These can't be set side by side. eSUN's data sheet says its physical, mechanical, and thermal properties "are obtained based on the injection molding spline test," meaning molded bars rather than printed ones, tested to Chinese GB/T standards. eSUN's product page gives a second, different set of figures without naming test standards or how the bars were made. Overture's data sheet tested printed bars at 100% infill to ISO and GB/T standards, and says they were printed at a 205 °C nozzle, 60 mm/s, and a 40 °C bed. That's below its own recommended 245–265 °C nozzle and 80–100 °C bed for ABS, and Overture doesn't explain why. Molded and printed bars give very different results, so these figures don't tell you which spool is stronger.

eSUN ABS+ (TDS V4.0, injection-molded bars)

• Tensile strength: 40 MPa (GB/T 1040)
• Elongation at break: 30% (GB/T 1040)
• Flexural strength: 68 MPa, flexural modulus 1203 MPa (GB/T 9341)
• Izod impact strength: 42 kJ/m² (GB/T 1843), notched or unnotched not stated
• Heat distortion temperature: 73, unit and test load not stated (GB/T 1634); the product page lists it as 73 °C
• Density: 1.06 g/cm³ (GB/T 1033)
• Melt flow index: 15, at 220 °C and 10 kg (GB/T 3682)

eSUN ABS+ (product page table, no standards named)

• Tensile strength: 40.12 MPa X-Y, 14.94 MPa Z
• Elongation at break: 5.54% X-Y, 2.12% Z
• Flexural strength: 59.5 MPa X-Y, 21.4 MPa Z
• Flexural modulus: 1865.99 MPa X-Y, 1506.71 MPa Z
• Izod impact strength: 26.45 kJ/m² X-Y, 1.77 kJ/m² Z

Overture ABS (TDS V5.1, printed bars at 100% infill)

• Vicat softening temperature: 103.4 °C (ISO 306, GB/T 1633)
• Young's modulus, X-Y: 1685 ± 81 MPa (ISO 527, GB/T 1040)
• Tensile strength: 25.1 ± 0.5 MPa X-Y, 21.3 ± 0.6 MPa Z (ISO 527, GB/T 1040)
• Elongation at break, X-Y: 8.2 ± 0.4% (ISO 527, GB/T 1040)
• Bending modulus 1965 ± 72 MPa and bending strength 52.1 ± 2.5 MPa, X-Y (ISO 178, GB/T 9341)
• Notched Charpy impact, X-Y: 2.6 ± 0.4 kJ/m² (ISO 179, GB/T 1043)
• Density: 1.15 g/cm³ at 21.4 °C (ISO 1183, GB/T 1033)
• Melt index: 13.8 g/10 min at 220 °C and 2.16 kg

The heat claims need the most care. eSUN's product page headline says "89°C Heat Resistance" and "Heat deflection up to 89'C," and mentions "in-car heat exposure," but the same page's table and the data sheet both list 73. Overture's product page says "heat deflection up to 98°C" without a test load, and its data sheet gives only a Vicat figure, 103.4 °C, which is a different test. Plan around the lowest figure each maker publishes for a part that will sit near heat. The impact figures aren't comparable either, since Izod and Charpy hold and strike the bar differently. Even within eSUN's own pages, the 33 MPa tensile figure in the product page's feature text doesn't match the 40.12 MPa in its table.

Drying and storage

Overture publishes drying guidance and eSUN doesn't.

• Overture ABS. The FAQ on Overture's ABS product page says "ABS is sensitive to moisture," and recommends drying "under 75°C(167°F) for 7 hours." It warns to "Avoid extended drying times, as this can lead to the filament becoming brittle," and to store it "in a sealed container with desiccants." Its drying guide rates ABS's moisture sensitivity "Medium." Each spool ships "vacuum-sealed with desiccant."
• eSUN ABS+. The data sheet lists drying as "N/A," and the product page shows a dash. eSUN doesn't say whether ABS+ needs drying.

Neither maker publishes a temperature rating for its spool, so check that your spool can take the heat before drying either one. Our filament dryer vs dry box guide covers the options.

Spools and multi-material feeders

Overture's site-wide FAQ says it "uses cardboard spools as part of our environmental protection efforts," and suggests "a reusable spool adapter designed for cardboard spools" if you prefer plastic. Its ABS wiki page gives the spool as 200 mm across and 65.6 mm high, with a 55 mm hub and an empty weight of about 147 g. eSUN doesn't state the ABS+ spool's material or size on the product page or data sheet.

Bambu Lab's AMS notes give a supported spool range of 50–68 mm wide and 197–202 mm across, and say "we strongly advise using a Spool Adapter / Spool Adapter Ring" for cardboard spools. Neither eSUN nor Overture mentions the AMS or any other feeder on the pages we checked, so we make no compatibility claim for either. If you use a feeder, check its maker's documentation for spool size and material limits.

What each maker says it's for

• eSUN ABS+. eSUN says ABS+ has "higher mechanical properties, lower odor and lower shrinkage rate than conventional ABS materials," and lists outdoor decoration, structural parts, and jigs and fixtures. Those are eSUN's claims, with no comparison test published.
• Overture ABS. Overture says it's for "functional parts that must withstand high-temperature environments, mechanical stress, and long-term use," and its wiki lists functional prototypes, robotics, and automotive interior parts. It says the material "can be sanded, drilled, painted, and acetone-smoothed." The FAQ on its product page adds that ABS's "notable disadvantages regarding UV resistance make it less suitable for prolonged outdoor use compared to ASA and PETG."

eSUN

eSUN ABS+ (Black, 1.75 mm, 1 kg)

Best for

General-purpose ABS parts from a widely stocked brand, printed in an enclosure.

Skip this if

You need documented heat resistance above about 75 °C or published drying settings.

Specs, strengths, and limitations

Material

ABS (ABS+ (modified ABS))

Diameter

1.75 mm

Net filament

1000 g (filament only, not packaged weight)

Format

other

Maker's nozzle range

230–270 °C

Strengths

• TDS states ABS+ has higher mechanical properties, lower odor, and lower shrinkage than conventional ABS.
• Manufacturer states ABS+ is not easy to warp or crack during printing.
• TDS lists Izod impact strength of 42 kJ/m² (GB/T 1843, injection-molded bars; notched or unnotched not stated).

Limitations

• eSUN says to print in an enclosed chamber with a stable temperature and to keep the printing area well ventilated.
• TDS heat distortion temperature is 73 °C (GB/T 1634, test load not stated), lower than the product page's 89 °C claim.
• Needs a 95–110 °C bed (product page and TDS).

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Overture

Overture ABS (Black, 1.75 mm, 1 kg)

Best for

Budget-friendly ABS for functional parts on an enclosed printer.

Skip this if

You want high-speed printing or don't have an enclosure.

Specs, strengths, and limitations

Material

ABS

Diameter

1.75 mm

Net filament

1000 g (filament only, not packaged weight)

Format

cardboard spool

Maker's nozzle range

245–265 °C

Strengths

• TDS states Overture ABS uses a specialty ABS resin with significantly lower volatile content than traditional ABS, for minimal odor.
• Manufacturer states diameter tolerance of ±0.02 mm, measured with a CCD system.
• Manufacturer publishes drying guidance and a TDS.

Limitations

• Overture's product page lists 'Enclosed Printer Required' and recommends a well-ventilated space because ABS may emit fumes.
• TDS print speed is 30–70 mm/s, slower than high-speed ABS options.
• Overture's product page text and TDS disagree on temperatures (see notes).

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Verdict: which should you buy?

Choose eSUN ABS+ if…

• Your printer's bed reaches 110 °C, and you want a wider nozzle range down to 230 °C.
• You want room to experiment with faster printing, using eSUN's product page figure as an upper bound.
• You're comfortable working out your own drying routine, since eSUN doesn't publish one.

Choose Overture ABS if…

• You want one consistent set of print settings across the data sheet, spec panel, and wiki.
• You want maker drying guidance, 75 °C for 7 hours, with a warning against over-drying.
• You want the spool's exact size, and you're fine with cardboard or adding an adapter.

Safety and limits

How this page was checked

Every temperature, speed, drying setting, spool detail, and test figure above comes from the manufacturer documents in the sources section, retrieved on 2026-10-13. We haven't printed with either filament for this page, so nothing here is a measured result of ours. Both makers disagree with themselves in places. eSUN's product page and data sheet differ on fan speed, print speed, and heat figures, and its feature text gives a different tensile figure from its own table. Overture's product description differs from its data sheet and spec panel on temperatures, and its data sheet's specimen print settings sit below its own recommended range. We've reported each figure with where it appears. eSUN's product page labels its density figure "(unit to be confirmed)," so we've used the data sheet's g/cm³. We found no drying guidance, spool specification, or diameter tolerance for ABS+ on eSUN's product page or data sheet. Values vary by color and revision, so check the current data sheet for your spool. Read more in our editorial standards and affiliate disclosure.

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