[Stefan] from CNC Kitchen explored an unusual approach to a multi-material print by making custom PLA filament with a TPU core to make it super-tough. TPU is a flexible filament whereas PLA is hard ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

We’re spoiled for choice when it comes to 3D printing filament. Though many of us rarely print with anything other than basic PLA, it’s nice to know that more exotic options exist for when you’re ...

Perhaps the most important part of 3D printing is using the right material for your print job. When considering what building material to use, there are numerous factors to consider, including ...

Advances in filaments for FDM 3D printers have come in leaps and bounds over the past few years, and carbon fibre (CF) reinforced filament is becoming a common sight. Robotics extraordinaire [James ...

If you can dream it, you can most likely print it, thanks to the help of sturdy and reliable 3D printer filaments. By Amanda Reed Published Jul 5, 2023 4:00 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new ...

If you have ever wanted to create your own basketball, perfectly tailored to your preferences, right from the comfort of your home, you might be interested in a new 3D printing filament called PLA-HR, ...

Readers find themselves at a time of unprecedented technological advancement. And while many of these world-changing developments dominate news headlines, one that flies under the radar is the rise of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The sheer impossibility of recommending a single "best" 3D printing filament can best be explained by this thought experiment. Imagine using ...

Loop is a desktop filament maker designed to recycle leftover plastic and failed 3D prints into reusable, high-quality filament. It offers a quick, efficient, and sustainable solution for 3D printing ...

Growth in 3D printing marches on at an annual 26% clip. While new printers keep increasing the print speeds and range of materials that can be used, data on recycling these materials has been sparse.