Transparent plastic is nothing new. However, 3D prints are usually opaque or–at best–translucent. [Thomas Sanladerer] wanted to print something really transparent. He noticed that Color… ...

Friendly tip: Be sure to insert the free end of the PLA filament into the holes to avoid getting tangled next time.Dimensional accuracy and consistency 1.75 mm diameter, accuracy +/- 0.02 mm; 1 kg ...

A Bend Sensor Developed With 3D Printer Filament. 6 Comments . by: Jenny List. April 13, 2024. Title: Copy. Short Link: ... including a piece of transparent 3D printer filament.

PLA is the most used 3D printing filament for a reason; it's easy to print with low temperatures of around 200 degrees Celsius on the hotend, and either does not need a heated bed at all or can ...

Polylactic acid, or PLA, is the most common 3D printing filament, and it's the easiest to use. Unlike most plastics, it's made from corn starches so it's nontoxic and, in theory, compostable ...

Over the last month and a half, I have had the pleasure of printing with some of the highest-quality 3D printing filament made, and, with how pleased I am with this filament, to say that I am ...

My practical 3D printing advice is simple: if you're buying a new 3D printer, get one with a filament runout sensor. If you don't have one, see if it can be added and invest a few bucks to upgrade ...

Computer collector Joe Strosnider decided to come up with a solution to the problem, by commissioning a very specific color of 3D filament, reports Ars Technica.This filament is special in that it ...