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Stretch Goals
The Best Bed & Nozzle Temperatures for Perfect TPU Prints

Don't let stringing or warping ruin your flexible prints. Get the ideal temperature ranges to help you master TPU on any printer.

by Jackson O'Connell Dec 23, 2025
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Smooth Moves
PETG Smoothing: Expert Tips for a Mirror-Like Shine on Your 3D Prints

Discover five proven post-processing techniques to achieve a nearly flawless, injection-molding-like finish on your PETG prints

by Jackson Moody Dec 18, 2025
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Carbon Mesh Nylon
Forget Carbon Fiber, Carbon Graphene Makes Nylon Composite Filament Twice as Strong

With a reported Z axis tensile strength of 60 MPa, the new graphene mesh outperforms 3DXTech by 2.5x and significantly surpasses industry-standard Stratasys Nylon 12CF.

by Carolyn Schwaar Dec 16, 2025
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Rock Solid
Overture3D’s New Rock PLA Wood Series: The “Wood” Filament That’s Actually Made With Stone

Overture3D says it's new Rock PLA series replicates organic grain patterns using marble dust for a clean, hassle-free print.

by Jonny Edge Dec 13, 2025
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Beige Is Back
Noctua Fans Rejoice: Prusa Unveils Color-Matched Prusament PLA

Prusa Research's first-ever brand-matched filament is just the beginning with more brand collaborations already in the pipeline.

by Carolyn Schwaar Dec 12, 2025
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The Poop Loop
Turn Your 3D Print Waste into Filament with the $300 ExtrudeX Now on Kickstarter

This promising, compact, no-code DIY machine lets you to recycle failed prints and purge blocks into fresh filament for a fraction of the cost of commercial recyclers.

by Carolyn Schwaar Dec 8, 2025
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Flex Appeal
3D Printing with PEBA: The “Super Bounce” Alternative to Standard TPU

It offers up to 78% energy return and superior shape retention, but PEBA is a diva to print with compared to TPU. We break down the hardware and patience you need to master this challenging material.

by Carolyn Schwaar Dec 5, 2025
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Material Innovation
Wake Up and Smell the Filament: Kexcelled Brews Up New Coffee & Tea PLA

Kexcelled's new K5 PLA Eco-Aesthetic series turns beverage waste into filaments that bring the aroma of your favorite café right to your 3D printer.

by Carolyn Schwaar Nov 10, 2025
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Beat the Burn
3D Printing For Electronics? More Brands Are Rushing to Offer Flame-Retardant Filaments

Ensure that your 3D printed parts don't go up in flames by using flame-crushing materials that can actually self-extinguish.

by Jillian Veader Nov 6, 2025
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Tough Tools
The Ultimate Guide to Carbon Fiber 3D Printing: Engineering’s Favorite Material

3D printed carbon fiber is widely known for its strength and durability. Learn about the tech, uses, services, and printers to get the most out of it.

by Nick Loth Nov 4, 2025
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Hauntingly Bold Prints
Prusament Sinks Its Teeth Into Halloween With New “Blood Red” Filament

Prusa’s latest hue taps into the darker side of design – just in time for Halloween’s creative chaos or pre-season Christmas cheer.

by Jonny Edge Oct 31, 2025
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Warping? Stringing? Here's Why.
Are You Making This One Mistake That’s Ruining Your PETG Prints?

Printing at the wrong temperature is the top reason for warping and failed PETG prints. We'll show you how to fix it fast.

Oct 29, 2025
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Your Guide to Industrial Strength Prints
Need Strong 3D Prints? The Toughest Materials for Every Use, Explained

From rugged carbon fiber composites to elastic silicone materials, we'll help you match the perfect high-performance material to your project's specific demands.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 28, 2025
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Nature's Calling
The Secret to 3D Prints That Look, Feel, and Smell Like Real Wood

Wood PLA filament adds a natural touch to your 3D prints with a hint of sustainability. But which wood-filled filament is best!

Oct 25, 2025
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Advanced Level
Do You Really Need “Engineering-Grade” Filament? Here’s How to Tell

Learn everything you need to know about engineering-grade 3D printer filaments to find the best fit for your job.

by Carolyn Schwaar Oct 23, 2025
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Drip Drop
Fillamentum Kicks Off Halloween with Limited Edition ‘Witch Please!’ Filament Drop

Limited to just 300 spools, this layer-hiding purple glitter filament is the first of many limited “drops” to come from the Fillamentum.

by Matthew Mensley Oct 16, 2025
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Stay Glassy
Polymaker Releases New Fiberon PET-GF15 Filament for Durable, Easy Prints

Containing 15% glass fibers, the company says PET-GF15 is a filament “built for strength, stability, and durability”.

by Matthew Mensley Oct 15, 2025
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Fill Your Tank
3D Fuel Slashes Prices on Popular Filaments by Nearly 25%

Bucking the modern condition of rising prices, 3D Fuel are the good guys this week, passing newfound savings from its recently expanded operation to customers with lowered prices on everyday filaments.

by Matthew Mensley Oct 8, 2025
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Expandability
Foaming 3D Printing Filament Unlocks Up To 70% Lighter Parts

For lighter-weight drones, faster printing molds, and a host of new applications, 3D printing with foaming materials opens new doors for professionals and hobbyists.

Oct 6, 2025
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One Small Step For Prusa
Prusa Launches Space-Grade Filament You Can Print at Home

Possibly Prusa's most expensive and ambitious filament, this new polycarbonate is designed to meet the rigorous demands of orbit.

by Carolyn Schwaar Sep 25, 2025
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