How long does a 1KG roll of 3D printer filament last? The longevity of a 1KG roll of 3D printer filament varies, mainly depending on print size, density, and frequency. For casual users printing small items, it can last a few months. Regular users undertaking larger projects may deplete th...
Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printing has been around for a few decades now and is well established, but is generally limited to thermoplastics. Metal Injection Molding (MIM) has been around for a while as well, and is now a common manufacturing process. You have almost certainly ...
All 3D printing filaments are created from blends of hygroscopic polymers that are capable of trapping moisture. This leads to brittleness, stringing and failed prints. However, some types of filament are less susceptible to water damage than others. PLA is fairly resistant to moisture and may pri...
I printed mine with a layer height of 0.2mm in a mixture of ABS and PLA. As it won't be seen in the final project it is a great opportunity to use up any colours that need using up. I had several rolls of filament with only a small amount left so used these first before finishi...
Although we are witnessing a rise in competition between industrial filament producers, which in the long term should result in more mass production and overall lower prices, filament prices still hover around 22-30$ per 1kg spool. You even pay up to 50$ for 500g of specialty filament. These...