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10 Nylon Filaments That Are Worth 3D Printing With, From Budget to Pro

Ready to move on from PLA? Nylon is the go-to material for strong, flexible, and durable parts, but which filament is worth your cash.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Filament Welding: How to Join Your 3D Printer Filament

Filament welding sounds like a major task, but it doesn't have to be. Read on for some ways you can splice spools yourself.

by Ian Mitchell
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Smoothing PLA 3D Prints Without Sandpaper

Learn how to smooth PLA 3D prints without sandpaper or other labor-intensive smoothing techniques! Check out these smooth methods!

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The Best ABS Filaments

ABS is the most-used home 3D printer filament after PLA. Check out our guide to the best ABS filament brands on the market.

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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
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PET vs PETG: The Main Differences

Ever wondered what the "G" in PETG means? Or why it prints so differently than PET? Stick around for an answer to the PET vs. PETG mystery!

by Matteo Parenti
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The Best Rainbow Filaments in 2025 (PLA & PETG)

Single-color 3D prints are so passé. Colorize your prints with rainbow PLA and PETG, and read on to learn about the best brands!

by Gloria E. Magarotto
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Hotter, Better, Smoother, Stronger
The Best ABS Print & Bed Temperature Settings

Temperature settings for ABS are crucial for high quality and strong prints. Read on to learn all about the best ABS print settings!

by Gedeon Ang
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3D Printer Filament Storage: How to Store Filament

Wondering how to store PLA and other filaments correctly? Check out the best 3D printer filament storage solutions to build or buy!

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Hatchbox ABS 3D Printer Filament Review

Looking for higher durability and more thermal resistance? ABS might be the material for you. Check out our review of Hatchbox ABS, a popular budget-friendly option.

by Emmett Grames
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What’s Everyone 3D Printing With? We Surveyed 46 Filament Companies to Find Out

Gathering answers from dozens of filament manufacturers has given us a clear picture of what you're printing with in 2025. And the answer will probably not surprise you.

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Stunt or Strong
Is Carbon-Fiber PLA Pointless?

If you infuse one of the weakest 3D printing plastics with bits of one of the most durable materials, do you actually get a stronger result?

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Top 15: Must-Have 3D Printing Filament Accessories

Filament is fundamental to any FDM print job. Go beyond the standard filament holder and storage device with these 3D printer accessories!

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3D Print with Biocompatible Materials

What are the biocompatible 3D printing resins, filaments, and metals and how do you know when your product requires them? Let's take a look.

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Rosa3D’s Glass-Fiber TPU 75D Is Built for the Engine Bay, Not the Parts Bin

Tough, durable, and chemically resistant, this new glass-fiber reinforced TPU is a technical composite for demanding environmental and mechanical conditions, say Rosa3D. At a Shore hardness of 75D, it bends, but it'll take a lot to break.

by Matthew Mensley
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The Best Clear PETG Filaments

Clear PETG is perfect for printing translucent objects like lampshades or vases. Read on for the best options for clear PETG filament!

by Jackson O'Connell
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3D Printer Cleaning Filament: How to Use It

Clogged nozzles are painful. Read on to find out what exactly makes 3D printer cleaning filament special, and how to use it!

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The Ultimate 3D Printing Filament for Anything You Leave Outdoors is ASA

Trying ASA filament? Check out our guide to the best ASA filament brands and learn about their properties, benefits, and uses.

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Bambu Lab’s New PLA Tough+ Has 3x the Impact Strength of ABS, But There’s a Catch

From pickleball paddles to pet toys, Bambu Lab says you can now drop your PLA parts without worry with its impact-resistant new filament. Printing with it, though, may not be the PLA process you know.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Choose the Right Filament for Every Project
ABS vs PC Filament: The Main Differences

Check out how ABS and PC filaments stack up against each other to find the best option for your 3D printing needs.

by Guilherme Schendel
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