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Better Than Metal
High-Performance 3D Printing Materials Guide

From PEEK to carbon-fiber nylon, learn how to select the right engineering-grade, high-temperature 3D printing polymer for your manufacturing application.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Everything You Can Print With
10 Most Used Metal 3D Printing Materials

There’s much more to metal 3D printing than stainless steel and aluminum. In fact, there are 10 most used materials for an ever-growing range of applications.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Basic Budgeting
AmazonBasics PETG 3D Printer Filament Review

So you're thinking about trying out some AmazonBasics PETG filament? We don't blame you, the prices are close to unbeatable, but does this material really stand up to Amazon's claims? Find out!

by Emmett Grames
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Josef Prusa Strikes Again
Prusament Filament: Buyer’s Guide

Prusa keeps disrupting the 3D printing industry, and Prusament filament is no exception. Keep reading to find out all you need to know!

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Keep Filament Out of Trouble
Top 15: Must-Have 3D Printing Filament Accessories

Filament is fundamental to any FDM print job. Go beyond the standard filament holder and storage device with these 3D printer accessories!

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Nice Threads
Continuous Fiber Reinforced 3D Printing: Mind-Blowing!

"Stronger than metal" polymer parts are easier to 3D print than you might think. Here's an introduction to the tech and the business case for continuous fiber 3D printing on a Markforged Mark Two.

by Matthew Mensley
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Sourced From PLAnts
Is PLA Actually Biodegrable?

The most popular 3D printing material, PLA, is said to biodegrade. Read on to learn how PLA is made, whether PLA is biodegradable, and more!

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Beat the Breaking Point
The 10 Strongest 3D Printing Materials

Discover the strongest 3D printing materials and how to pick the right one for your 3D printing project.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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From Waste to Wonder
3D Printing Filament From Fishnets Aims to Save the Ocean

Recycling the plastic from abandoned commercial fishing nets into a material to 3D print with gives consumers and companies a new path to sustainability.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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A New PET
What Is PETG? – Simply Explained

PETG is one of the most popular filaments for FDM printing. Read on to find out how it's made and how to use it!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Smooth and Strong
Acetone & 3D Prints: Does Smoothing Affect ABS’ Strength?

With a bit acetone, 3D prints get a smooth look. Read on to find out if acetone smoothing affects ABS' strength!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Make It Matter
MatterHackers Filament: Buyer’s Guide

A favorite in the 3D printing world, MatterHackers' filament is worth checking out. Discover their extensive catalog!

by Daniel DeNeve
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Let's Get Technical
Stop Wasting Time & Money on the Wrong Filament

How do you know if your parts should be printed in PLA or PETG? How does PPA compare to PEEK in strength? We uncover the trick to finding out.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Durability with Difficulty
Hatchbox ABS 3D Printer Filament Review

Looking for higher durability and more thermal resistance? ABS might be the material for you. Check out our review of Hatchbox ABS, a popular budget-friendly option.

by Emmett Grames
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Like ABS, Only Better
ABS Pro Filament – What Is It?

ABS filament is known for its high tensile strength, but it's prone to certain annoying issues like warping and shrinkage. Discover the solution: ABS pro.

by Melanie Griffin
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Good Price, Great Quality
MatterHackers Build Series PETG Filament Review

Looking for something better than PLA without the problems presented by ABS? MatterHackers has a material for you, and it's competitively priced, too! Let's test out the MH Build Series PETG!

by Emmett Grames
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The Momentum Is with Fillamentum
Fillamentum Filament Buyer’s Guide

Fillamentum offers many more filaments beyond the usual PLA and ABS. Check out this guide on all of the options and when to use them.

by Ian Mitchell
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Another Win for Pellets
Parts 3D Printed with PLA Pellets, Just as Good as PLA Filament

Considering the switch to 3D printing with pellets or chopped-up PLA scrap? New research shows there’s no reason to worry about part quality.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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High Heat, Low Price
Airwolf 3D Launches Its Largest Rugged FDM

American made Evo 2X is twice the size of the company's Evo 22 with solid engineering designed to run 100+ hours at a time.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Meet the Ultra 2
miniFactory’s New 3D Printer is Factory Ready with Software to Ensure Print Quality

The latest version of miniFactory's high-temperature FDM 3D printer has some impressive performance enhancements engineers will appreciate. See the tech specs & pricing.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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