If it isn’t stored correctly, PLA filament can become saturated with moisture. This can cause the filament to become brittle, or cause stringing, leading to problems with your prints. Whilst PLA is not as sensitive to moisture as other 3D printing filaments can be, correct storage can reduce...
In general,PLA is non-abrasive, but once you start playing with additives it becomes a case-by-case basis. Sparkly filament isn't abrasive despite having non-PLA material in it, but glow-in-the-dark filament is abrasive as the additive that glows will wear away at your nozzle before you...
such as global warming, are gradually recognized; when the ambient temperature increases to the extent that it causes heat stress in plants, agricultural production will inevitably be affected. Therefore, several issues associated with heat stress in crops urgently need to be solved. Rice is one of...
LayerLock Build Surface for Polypropyleneis the build surface we've seen produce the most consistent, successful results. Designed to succeed with polypropylene, certain polypropylene blends, andOBC filament, LayerLock Build Surface sheets provide the strong adhesion necessary to keep prints from warping...
Overall, Polycarbonate is generally considered the strongest 3D printed filament, but there are several methods by which product strength is ascertained. The numerous strength measurements should be considered to optimize part production. These include: ...
PLA 3D filamentallows printing at a higher speed, with a thinner layer and high-detail fidelity models. It is the perfect printing material for hobby, home and education purposes. ABS is a strong and flexible plastic material. It smells bad when heated and it needs a heated build plate duri...
making it the most popular 3D printing filament. However, it has low-temperature resistance and there is a higher chance compared to other materials that its mechanical properties will degrade over time. For these reasons, PLA is often not the first choice for functional and mechanical applications...
In terms of printing materials, Elektrolas is primarily working withUltiMaker Tough PLA, a technical PLA filament that offers good toughness (similar to ABS), as well as minimal warping and excellent printability at an affordable cost. While not the most robust material in UltiMaker’s portfolio,...
ABS filament is a versatile material that's a great option for when you need your 3D-printed parts to be strong and heat-resistant. Learn how to print this material like a Pro in this in-depth guide.
Use a clean nozzle. It is critical to either use a nozzle dedicated to printingBASF Ultrafuse 316L Metal 3D Printing Filamentor purge the nozzle of as much foreign material as possible (i.e. PLA, ABS, PETG, etc.). This is to ensure that no foreign materials will cause your parts to...