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Discover the latest news, tips and tricks on 3D printing. We continually analyze and test new products and materials, in order to guarantee the traceability and quality of our entire catalog, sharing our conclusions and experience on our blog.

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04/01/2023

Raft, Skirt and Brim. When to use each and how to configure them

This post deals with the Raft, Skirt and Brim elements, which are three additional printing components that can be configured during lamination and are generated automatically.

Raft, Skirt and Brim. When to use each and how to configure them

21/12/2022

Infill patterns in SLS

In SLS 3D printing, infill patterns determine the internal structure of printed parts, influencing their strength and material usage. By adjusting infill density and pattern, you can optimize structural integrity while minimizing material consumption.

Infill patterns in SLS

07/12/2022

Sinterit printer maintenance

To ensure optimum performance of Sinterit printers, the protective glass of the laser and pyrometer, the recoater guide, the linear bearing and the space under the cylinders must be cleaned regularly. Find out how to do it in this blog post.

Sinterit printer maintenance

30/11/2022

Materials for SLS. Use and conservation

Three key rules govern proper SLS powder storage: prevent contamination, maintain dry conditions, and refresh the powder periodically, particularly during extended printing sessions. Find out more in this blog post.

Materials for SLS. Use and conservation

14/11/2022

How to maintain the biocompatibility of a material when processing it

There are numerous certified biocompatible 3D printing materials, especially resins, available on the market. But the certified biocompatibility of a material does not mean a 3D printed piece will have the same properties.

How to maintain the biocompatibility of a material when processing it

02/11/2022

3D printing technologies in education, fundamentals and advantages of each one.

Printing 3D models encourages the development of skills by involving students in the process and getting them to adapt to changes and correct mistakes. In this way, learning is not only based on observation, but also on printing files that you have created yourself.

3D printing technologies in education, fundamentals and advantages of each one.

26/10/2022

Extrusion systems. Adjustments and maintenance.

The extruder is the element responsible for pulling the filament into the hotend in such a way that sufficient pressure is generated inside the hotend so that the molten material flows constantly and homogeneously through the nozzle.

Extrusion systems. Adjustments and maintenance.

19/10/2022

Positioning in SLS 3D printing

In SLS 3D printing, part orientation affects quality. Avoid overlapping layers and position openings upwards. Move parts in XY plane, tilt flat surfaces and blocks at 45° to prevent heat build-up.

Positioning in SLS 3D printing

05/10/2022

Top 5 free laminating software

Lamination is a key process in FDM 3D printing. In this article, you can find a selection of the 5 most used and recommended free lamination software for FDM 3D printer users at the moment.

Top 5 free laminating software

28/09/2022

Problems due to incorrect positioning of the filament spool

To avoid problems when 3D printing, it should be taken into account that a possible source of failure may be the poor position of the spool and its path to the extruder. Therefore, in order to facilitate the work of the extruder, the minimum tensile strength of the filament should be sought.

Problems due to incorrect positioning of the filament spool

14/09/2022

Antibacterial filaments, technologies and applications

The evolution of 3D printing and the development of new materials are enabling innovative applications in the medical sector. Among the various 3D printing products developed for the medical sector, antibacterial filaments stand out, enabling the manufacture of parts with specific applications.

Antibacterial filaments, technologies and applications

07/09/2022

Compatibility of resins. Importance of the light source

If we want to use a resin whose manufacturer differs from that of our printer, we must take into account 2 parameters: the wavelength for which it has been optimised (365 nm, 385 nm and 405 nm) and the technological compatibility (SLA and LED/DLP).

Compatibility of resins. Importance of the light source