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19/07/2023

How much can you print from 1kg of SLS powder?

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.

How much can you print from 1kg of SLS powder?

05/07/2023

Zetamix in laboratories: microwave sintering

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.

Zetamix in laboratories: microwave sintering

21/06/2023

Gadgets, games and crafts with FDM 3D printing

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.

Gadgets, games and crafts with FDM 3D printing

02/05/2023

High-speed 3D printing

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?

High-speed 3D printing

26/04/2023

Shrinkage of parts in 3D printing and Warping

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.

Shrinkage of parts in 3D printing and Warping

19/04/2023

Small details and thin walls. Limitations of FDM technology

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.

Small details and thin walls. Limitations of FDM technology

12/04/2023

3D printing temperatures and optimisation

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

3D printing temperatures and optimisation

05/04/2023

Thermistors and thermocouples. Types and common problems

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.

Thermistors and thermocouples. Types and common problems

29/03/2023

Speeds and accelerations in 3D printing

This post highlights the significance of proper speed and acceleration settings in 3D printing. It discusses the parameters governing speeds and accelerations for FFF 3D printers across axes and explains common elements affecting printing speed adjustments.

Speeds and accelerations in 3D printing

22/03/2023

Basic settings and maintenance of a resin 3D printer

LED-LCD-based resin 3D printers are significantly simpler than other technologies such as FDM or SLS. However, they also require regular calibration and maintenance.

Basic settings and maintenance of a resin 3D printer

15/03/2023

3D printing with composite materials. What to have in mind

Filaments are often enriched with fibers or particles to achieve better thermo-mechanical, aesthetic or advanced specific properties. In this blog post you will find out how to successfully 3D print with composite materials.

3D printing with composite materials. What to have in mind

08/03/2023

The supports in resin 3D printing

The use of supports in resin printing is always necessary. The parameters to be taken into account in their handling vary depending on the software, but the most common are: type, density, height, diameter and interconnection between supports.

The supports in resin 3D printing