According to [Alex] it is easy to make your own rolls of 3D printing filament, even though existing off-the-shelf solutions don’t work very well. His explanation for this is economics. He built a ...

Interested in experimenting with your own multi-color filament? [Turbo_SunShine] says to just print your own, and experiment away! Now, if you’re thinking that 3D printing some filament sounds ...

Those of you that already own a 3D printer or have access to one will already have experienced the mounting costs of purchasing the 3D printing filament required to create and develop your designs and ...

Choosing the right 3D printing filament isn’t just about color or finish—it’s about reliability, print quality, and making your life easier. From understanding material properties to managing moisture ...

Still using the same basic plastic for all your 3D prints? Discover the ultimate upgrades you actually need for stronger, ...

Picking the right filament can make or break your 3D prints. From PLA for simple models to engineering-grade composites for functional parts, each material has unique strengths and challenges.

Didyou know that 3D printing generates a lot of plastic waste? This mayseem odd at first, but every enthusiast knows the amount of plasticthat gets wasted before any successful printing is done.

Waste pickers will hopefully earn a better living through recycling. It’s hard to make a living as a waste picker. In Dar es Salaam, Tanzania–where most trash ends up illegally dumped–waste pickers ...

By the power of interchangeable nozzles, the Filabot can produce filament that’s 3mm or 1.75mm, depending on your needs. In addition to rejected 3D prints, the Filabot recycles just about any kind of ...