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Choosing the right filament dryer is pivotal in achieving impeccable 3D printing outcomes. Dive into our newest blog post where we talk about the best filament dryer options on the market right now. In this blog post you will also discover the essential factors to contemplate when choosing a filament dryer, such as efficacy in moisture management or compatibility with diverse filament types and 3D printers.

In the realm of manufacturing, CNC machining and laser cutting and engraving play pivotal roles in both subtractive and additive processes. These technologies complement each other in providing versatile solutions for crafting intricate designs with high precision on a wide range of materials. When integrated into a 3D printing workflow, CNC machines and laser engraving and cutting devices enhance the overall manufacturing process.

BASF and Xioneer join efforts to validate the Xioneer VXL soluble support filaments for the BASF Ultrafuse materials, thsus solving one of the limitations in high speed FDM 3D printing - the lack of specialized support materials that could keep up with the elevated extrusion speeds.

Raise 3D announces the DF2 Solution at Formnext, marking a significant milestone for their professional and industrial solutions.

The main advantage of compact SLS 3D printers is material efficiency. With the proper laminating, printing and post-processing practices, the production costs can be further optimized and 1 kg of SLS powder can be used to its maximum potential.

Microwave sintering presents numerous advantages over conventional sintering but it has its limitations too. Read how the French CRISMAT labs overcame those in a microwave sintering experiment featuring susceptors 3D printed with the Zetamix White Zirconia filament.

FDM 3D printing is one of the most accessible additive manufacturing technologies for those who want to create their own personalized functional gadgets, decorations, toys, games, dioramas and more. Find out what and how you can make with your FDM 3D printer.

Recently, the concept of high-speed FFF 3D printing has become very popular with the launch of the Hyper FFF kit for Raise3D's Pro3 series, followed by high-speed print features on the Bambulab X1, Ankermake M5, Prusa MK4 and Creality K1. Are these promises of up to 5 times faster print speeds without compromising on quality realistic?

During printing, high-temperature extruded plastic shrinks as it cools. Materials like PLA have low shrinkage (0.3%-0.5%), while others like nylon 12 can shrink up to 2%, and PVDF up to 4%, leading to deformations in parts.

When designing and preparing parts for 3D printing it is very important to take into account the resolution limit of our equipment. It is advisable to avoid elements with a smaller size, as the printing quality of these elements will be very low and in many cases, the laminating software itself will omit them.

The printing temperature of a given filament depends not only on the type of material, but also on the printing conditions. Printing speed, nozzle diameter, extruder type or the distance between the extruder and the hotend have a considerable influence on the optimum printing temperature

Thermistors are the most common and simplest sensor to implement, as they are connected directly to the printer board, while thermocouples are composed of a bimetallic junction that varies its conductivity depending on the temperature. This post explains the types on the market and the common problems with these sensors.