3D Printer Filament

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Clear Winners
The Best Transparent & Clear PLA Filaments

If you want to easily 3D print lampshades or other clear items, try PLA transparent filament! Check out the best brands.

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You're Ready for More
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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Spool Protection Squad
Filament Tangle on Spool: How to Prevent & Solve It

A filament tangle on a spool is a mess you don't want to have. Read on to find out how to fix or avoid it entirely!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Feel the Tension
How to Respool Filament – Simply Explained

Resolve extrusion issues caused by a poorly wound filament spool! Learn how to properly respool your filament to prevent knots and tangles.

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Friction Burns!
PLA Welding: How to Fuse 3D Printed Parts

Joining two printed parts by PLA welding can be tricky. Read on for tips and solutions that may help you in any situation.

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Set In Stone
Best Marble PLA Filaments: 15 Brands We Love

Whether truly composite or simply an ingenious color job, marble PLA yields impressive prints. Read on to learn about the best brands!

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Material Manual
The Ultimate Beginner-to-Pro Guide to 3D Printing Materials

There are thousands of materials used in 3D printing. In this guide, we cover the strongest, the cheapest, the most challenging, and everything that’s fit to 3D print.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Making Ends Meet
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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Additive Metallurgy
Spend Under $10K on a Printer and Still 3D Print Strong Metal Parts

Metal 3D printing on your desktop FDM is challenging, but here's how it actually works and the strength you can expect.

by Nutan Jaeger
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Here Today, Gone Tomorrow
Best Biodegradable 3D Printer Filament Brands

Waste from these biodegradable 3D printer filaments can go into your backyard composter instead of a landfill. Read on to learn more!

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Bambu-tiful Materials
Choose Your Next Bambu Lab Filament Wisely With This Guide

Wondering if Bambu Lab filaments live up to the same hype as the company's popular 3D printers? Read on to find out!

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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!

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For Cheap Functional Prints
PETG vs ABS: Filaments Compared Short & Sweet

When looking at PETG vs ABS, both are common and low-cost materials for functional FDM printing. Read all about how they compare.

by Gedeon Ang
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Makers to the Rescue!
3D Printer Filament Recycler: All You Need to Know

Planet Earth is choking on plastic, and makers must do their part to help. Check out these 3D printer filament recycler options!

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A Tough Nut to Crack
Still Guessing About Engineering Filaments: These Polycarbonate (PC) Brands Deliver True Industrial Strength at Home

Expand your printing horizon with polycarbonate filaments, a strong and heat-resistant material to create durable parts.

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Thermoplastic Fight Club!
PETG vs ASA Filament: The Differences

The PETG vs ASA filament contest is easy to resolve. Learn about their differences to decide which one's best for you.

by Vaibhav Agarwal
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They're Electrifying!
Don’t Fry Your Electronics: ESD-Safe vs. Conductive 3D Printing Filaments

Don’t fry your Raspberry Pi or other sensitive electronics: Learn when to use ESD-safe filament for static protection and when conductive filament is appropriate for sensors, controls, and low-current circuits.

by Jackson O'Connell
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Print the Rainbow
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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Supporting Your Prints
3D Printer Support Filament: The Best Options

Wash away your support troubles by using a dedicated support filament. Read on to learn about the various options out there for FDM printing.

by Josiah Guthrie
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Let's Be Clear
PVB Filament: All You Need to Know

Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) is a special 3D printing filament that can be layer smoothed. Read on to learn all about PVB filament!

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