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Topic: Filament
Filament is the most important part of every FDM 3D printer. Here are some materials which you should know about – and some exotic ones which can help you make even better 3D prints.
Read our big metal 3D printer guide about metal 3D printing at home & industrial, metal 3D printers, technologies, applications & more.
PLA vs ABS: What 3D printer filament should you use? We explain the differences and the fields of application of ABS and PLA Filament.
If 3D printing mugs or plates for the kitchen, they must be safe for contact with food. Here are 12 vital facts about food safe 3D printing.
Have you been wondering which budget 3D printer to buy? Check out the Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Printed V2 costing just $219.
Dutch filament company ColorFabb demos a set of 3D printed flexible pliers made using dual extrusion with solid and flexible nGen filaments.
To find the best 3d printing filament for your needs, there are many things you should consider. Here are the most important questions answered.
A new chapter in 3D printing audio speakers has begun with the spread of consumer technologies: more and more people have been experimenting and creating their own designs and their own 3D printed models.
ESA is 3D printing CubeSat with a unique PEEK plastic that’s tough and conducts electricity, potentially leading to cheaper, faster missions.
A 3D printed Death Star in its original size and glory – that’s definitely a 3d printing project of galactic proportions. Autor Franklin Houser has crunched the numbers.
The filament company who brought us Wound Up, the coffee filament, is adding a refreshing new twist to 3D printing. Meet Buzzed, the beer filament. And it‘s even sustainable.
PET is recyclable in most countries. Why not print with it? We test the Innofil3D “EPR PET” filament on an Ultimaker 2, with great results.
New to the world of 3D printing? Never fear! This article serves up some practical advice regarding the “bread and butter” PLA/ABS filament.
Big news for everyone with a 3D printer: 1730 Full Metal Hotend is capable of 3D printing 1,75 mm and 3.0 mm filament. It’s available now on Kickstarter.
Fancy a box of exotic 3D printing filament and handy maker tools delivered to your doorstep every month? The Maker Box subscription service has you covered.
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Researchers Develop “3D-CMF” to Offer Higher Quality Surface Finishing for 3D Prints
Researchers at Waseda University have developed the 3D Chemical Melting Finishing (3D-CMF) process to improve the quality of resin-based FDM prints.
When it comes to 3D printing filament, PET offers the characteristics to elevate 3D printing to the next level.
3D printed art installation in collaboration with Sir David Attenborough replaces traditional Xmas tree at Aqua Shard restaurant in London.
Why not try 3D printing with garbage? Landfillament is a trash-based 3D printing filament made using upcycled Municipal Solid Waste (MSW).
Protoprint is a social enterprise empowering waste pickers in urban India and turning recycled plastic into filament for your 3D printer.