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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.

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.

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.

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).

In order to be able to print in 3D FFF each layer on top of the previous one, it is usual to use printed support structures that serve as a support base for the previous elements. These structures are known as supports and in this post we will see each type, their configuration parameters and the problems that soluble supports can present.

There are a number of mechanical problems in FFF 3D printers that can appear and need to be checked, that's why in this post we explain the most common mechanical problems and, in some cases, how to avoid or solve them.

Ten years ago, German engineer Kai Parthy launched LayWood, the first wood filament in a market dominated by standard PLA and ABS. Kai Parthy has continued to explore his experimental interests and expand his product range.

In this post we will talk about delta 3D printers, their advantages and disadvantages as well as their differences and similarities with Cartesian 3D printers. In addition, we will show you some of the best rated Delta 3D printers on the market.

3D printing allows the production of complex parts, but like any technology, it has limitations. These problems can be overcome by relying on mechanical elements such as inserts obtained using traditional manufacturing techniques.

Temperature-induced shrinkage occurs in 3D printing materials, ranging from 0.3% to 4.0%. It often leads to warping, layer separation, or size changes. Selecting the appropriate 3D printer, whether open or with a heated chamber, is crucial for each plastic type.

In any FFF 3D printer, the stepper motors are indispensable. Their task is to position the print head, as well as to pull the filament in the extruder. The most common problems involve the power driver or the connection

Last week we were present at the International Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Fair (Addit3D) held in Bilbao, where we presented our latest innovations in professional additive manufacturing equipment.