3D Printer Filament

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Everything You Can Print With
10 Most Used Metal 3D Printing Materials

There’s much more to metal 3D printing than stainless steel and aluminum. In fact, there are 10 most used materials for an ever-growing range of applications.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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The Best 3D Printer Filaments at Amazon

If you're looking for the best 3D printer filament, Amazon has a great selection! Check out our filament picks found at the online retailer.

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Time to Shine
[Project] How to Properly Polish & Oxidize Your Metal 3D Prints

Metal 3D printing filaments are perfect for busts, figurines, and other 3D models. But in order to achieve that true metal look, you have to know how to properly post-process your metal 3D print. This weekend, get familiar with polishing and oxidizing techniques that will help your 3D print shine. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Smooth as Silk
The Best PVB Filaments

Sick of sanding away layer lines? Try out one of these PVB filament options to get the smoothest and silkiest prints out there!

by Gloria E. Magarotto
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Josef Prusa Strikes Again
Prusament Filament: Buyer’s Guide

Prusa keeps disrupting the 3D printing industry, and Prusament filament is no exception. Keep reading to find out all you need to know!

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ABSolutely Positive?
ABS+/Plus Filament: What Is It & Is It Worth It?

ABS+/plus is meant to solve one of the biggest issues of printing ABS: warping! Read on to see if it's true and learn all about ABS+!

by Giorgio Olivieri
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One Filament to Rule Them All
What Is PLA? – 3D Printing Materials Simply Explained

PLA is by far the most popular FDM 3D printing material. Get down to business with this quick rundown of its ideal print settings and applications.

by Hironori Kondo
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Distasteful at Best
Filament Jam: Filament Stuck in Extruder – 3 Easy Fixes

Is the filament stuck in the extruder again? Check out our simple guide to stop filament jams from ruining your day and your 3D printer.

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A New PET
What Is PETG? – Simply Explained

PETG is one of the most popular filaments for FDM printing. Read on to find out how it's made and how to use it!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Printing... Plywood?
Hatchbox Wood 3D Printer Filament Review

Many people are intrigued by so-called "exotic" wood-infused PLA blends. Let's try Hatchbox's version, which comes at their typical low price point!

by Emmett Grames
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Too Cool For Spool
Use Leftover Filament Spools as Tool Drawers with this Nifty Hack

Empty filament spools are a nuisance. Hacking objects is not. With 3D printing you can turn a spent spool into a handy storage solution.

by Matthew Mensley
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Basic Budgeting
AmazonBasics PETG 3D Printer Filament Review

So you're thinking about trying out some AmazonBasics PETG filament? We don't blame you, the prices are close to unbeatable, but does this material really stand up to Amazon's claims? Find out!

by Emmett Grames
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Filament Friday
Filament Review: Fillamentum “Vertigo Starlight” Extrafill PLA

Twinkle, twinkle, PLA: All3DP takes Fillamentum's deep blue Vertigo Starlight on a test ride.

by Anatol Locker
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Better Box
Polymaker Just Reinvented Filament Dryers

The PolyDryer is a modular dry box with a detachable active dryer base that makes filament storage and care look downright appealing.

by Shawn Frey
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Hatching Something New
Hatchbox PLA 3D Printer Filament Review

Hatchbox offers a large variety of filaments at a decent price, marketed to hobbyists looking for good quality materials on a budget. Is it worth the investment? We've got a reel of Hatchbox PLA to test, so let's find out!

by Emmett Grames
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From Pellets to Spools
Make Your Own Low-Cost Filament Extruder

Instructables member Ian McMill shows how to make a filament extruder for less than $150. The machine can produce PLA and ABS filament.

by Anatol Locker
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Just Wow
This 3D Printed Pinball Machine is a Piece of Art

Neither a big industrial machine nor the newest home 3D printer was the star at TCT show in Birmingham. It was a fully 3D printed pinball machine.

by Anatol Locker
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3D Printer Material Cost

Ever wonder how much 3D printing materials cost? Read on to learn all about different materials and their prices.

by Lucas Carolo
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Is PLA Actually Biodegradable?

The most popular 3D printing material, PLA, is said to biodegrade. Read on to learn how PLA is made, whether PLA is biodegradable, and more!

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X-treme Materials
MatterHackers NylonX Filament Review

Looking for a filament to use in your engineering projects? MatterHackers' NylonX may be for you. Follow along as we test a spool out!

by Emmett Grames
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