3D Printing Filament of 2014
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Deciding which 3D printing filament to use is an important decision. Every material has its on characteristics. Knowing which 3D printing filament to use for a given job will determine your success.
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3D Printing Filament of 2014
- 1. 3D Printer Filament of 2014 Presents….
- 2. PLA Composition: Polyester Print Conditions: Do not print directly on acrylic Nozzle Temperature: 410-428° F Bed Temperature: 122-140 ° F Characteristics: • Sturdy • Does not require heated bed • Absorbs humidity Application: PLA is a standard, easy to use filament that is widely available and durable, which makes it a great choice for printing prototypes and experimenting.
- 3. ABS Composition: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Print Conditions: Heated platform Nozzle Temperature: 392-464° F Bed Temperature: 176-212° F Characteristics: • Impact resistant • Easy to print • Tends to warp Application: Due to the tendency of ABS to lift from the printing platform, it is best for printing items like jewelry beads and small mechanical parts.
- 4. PVA Composition: Polyvinyl alcohol Print Conditions: requires heated bed Nozzle Temperature: 401-428° F Bed Temperature: 131-140° F Characteristics: • water soluble • Biodegradable Application: PVA filament serves to create great support structures for more complicated designs that would not be able to hold their shape during printing without support.
- 5. HIPS Composition: High Impact Polystyrene Print Conditions: print bed covered in Polyimide tape Nozzle Temperature: 446-500° F Bed Temperature: 239° F Characteristics: • Dissolves in limonene • Harder and Stronger than ABS Application: HIPS can be used to construct pieces that require high strength, and has the added benefit of serving as an inexpensive support material for ABS.
- 6. Nylon Composition: Polyamide Print Conditions: coat print bed with blue painter’s tape Nozzle Temperature: 455-500° F Bed Temperature: 158° F Characteristics: • Does not stick to glass or aluminum • Does not produce fumes • May produce steam when printing Application: Nylon’s distinctive flexibility and strength makes it a good choice for printing gears and bearings. When printed with nylon these pieces do not require lubrication.
- 7. TPE Composition: Thermoplastic Elastomer Print Conditions: Requires spring-loaded extruder with roller bearing Nozzle Temp: 446-482° F Bed Temp: 86-104° F Characteristics: • Elastic • Soft • Tear- resistant Application: TPE filament is great for protective phone cases that need to resist high impact collisions and wristbands that must expand and contract to fit properly.
- 8. T-Glase Composition: Polyethylene terephthalate (PETT) polymer Print Conditions: Heated acrylic or glass platform Nozzle Temperature: 428-446° F Bed Temperature: 122-176° F Characteristics: • FDA approved for contact with food and drink • Works well in low resolution • Colorless, reflective, water-clear, optically correct • Easy to dye • Does not create fumes when printing Application: The safety of this filament makes it perfect for use in the creation of items such as plates, cups, utensils, food packaging and storage containers.
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