It won’t be an overstatement to say that most of you reading this article have often wondered ‘which 3D printing material is the strongest?’ It is surely an intriguing question. One that everyone wants to know the answer to. Whether you are a hobbyist or an expert, most of your proj...
3D printing is an additive process whereby layers of material are built up to create a 3D part. This is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing processes, where a final design is cut from a larger block of material. As a result, 3D printing creates less material wastage. This article is ...
When it comes to the strongest 3D printed materials, titanium leads the pack. This super-strong metal is challenging to work with in a traditional machining process, but less challenging to 3D print. It’s lightweight and resistant to chemicals and heat, and it’s used to make aircraft part...
However, TPU is difficult when it comes to post-processing and cant' be glued easily. What is PC? PC(polycarbonate) is one of the strongest materials of all for FDM 3D printing and can be an interesting alternative to ABS as the properties are quite similar. ...
It is a real case of ‘only the strongest will survive,’ calling for companies to use technology like 3D printing to overcome challenges. I truly believe that AM will have its true breakthrough in 2023. The global crisis is expediting the mass adoption of the technology. Over the last ...
Wondering what materials to use for your 3D printing project? We explain the benefits of each of the materials that can be used in 3D printing, along with the best application for each material. Still not sure what materials would work best for your indu
A downside to building an object up layer by layer, is that this can affect the durability and strength of the object. Of course, the strength of 3D printing relies heavily on what materials are used; metals and concrete will always be some of the strongest materials used in 3D printing....
multiple layers of melted thermoplastic polymer material into a predefined area via a computer controlled printing nozzle. While FDM may not be the strongest, fastest, or most advanced example of 3D Printing technology, it is one of the most affordable and is ideal for producing concepts and ...
Nylon: An extremely popular and equally versatile material, Nylon can be spun into a fiber and injection molded. Some examples of where Nylon might be used include gear wheels and rope. It is also one of the most commonly 3D printed materials at Xometry via our SLS and MJF processes which...
When Should You Use PLA 3D Printing Filament? PLA is great for cosmetic 3D prints but not so much for anything else. Despite its high tensile strength, it lacks toughness because the material is too hard to flex. This makes it brittle and susceptible to cracking in applications requiring impa...