Already today there are many different types of filaments. All well-known manufacturers offer the widest variety of variants. The filaments differ not only in terms of colour and strength but the type of plastic can be chosen for each personal requirements. The range of possible filaments is wasteful and therefore often confusing. Here is a brief overview of the most important parameters. These materials are used in stereolithography 3D printers. The photosensitive resin can be cured by laser or light and thus transformed into a solid model. Resin, on the other hand, has the advantage that it has several material properties. So you can use the right Resin for every need whether it be super hard or flexible. Do you already have a 3D printer at home? Then you are among the pioneers preparing this industrial revolution of sustainability, which will gain pace in the next few years. Low heat resistance - prints and filament will warp and deteriorate in warmer temperatures, such as a hot car If you want to really try something exotic, we have some suggestions. There are plenty of engineering polymers available you can print with, for a price.

All popular 3D printers can use filaments of 1.75 mm or 2.85 mm. So basically there is no wrong size, the filament just has to fit into the printer. Filaments with a diameter of 1.75 mm are more flexible and load the extruder of the printer less. But processing with 2.85 mm diameter is more precise and brings more grip.This PLA Recycled filament from REAL is just as user-friendly as regular PLA, but slightly better for the environment! PLEASE NOTE - 300g spools are intended as sample spools for testing purposes and may not give a true representation of colour*

Polylactic acid, also known as PLA, is a thermoplastic derived from renewable, organic sources such as sugar cane or corn starch. PLA can be produced using the same equipment as regular plastics, making PLA manufacturing processes cost-efficient. Types of PLA These are special filaments, which mostly consist of sandstone or wood particles. This allows you to print models that are haptically and visually different from other printing materials. You can even change the surface texture by adjusting the print temperature accordingly, creating an even more realistic impression. This PLA Tough filament from REAL combines the ease of use of PLA with the excellent mechanical properties of ABS! The combination of having low-temperature resistance and low UV-resistance means that it’s not ideal for outdoor use. Also, PLA is only soluble in chemicals like chloroform or hot benzene. So when connecting multiple pieces, you’re better off using just glue. Metal - Stainless steel, copper, brass, iron, and conductive metal powders can be added to PLA to create a filament that can be sanded and buffed to create prints that are extremely similar to metal in appearance and characteristics.This high-quality Ultrafuse Pro1 Tough PLA filament from BASF is guaranteed to provide even faster and more consistent 3D printing. The versatile material is as strong as ABS (one of the strongest filament types). Yet you can print with it just as easily as the very user-friendly PLA.

Competitive Cost – We’re next leveling the business with more space, more extruders, and more productivity to reach a new economy of scale. We’re sharing that advancement with you by bringing you more product for less.With the versatile Modifi3D Pro finishing tool you can easily make modifications and repairs to your 3D printed objects. You can also improve the surface finish with this tool. This way you can perfect a 3D object down to the last detail after printing. The Ultrafuse Pro1 Tough PLA is especially suitable for industrial applications where a lot of force is exerted on the printed object. Think of printing tools or parts for your 3D printer. This filament is almost as widespread in 3D printing as PLA. ABS has a high load capacity. The printed models are not so brittle and may have higher heat resistance. But ABS is not that easy to work with, because it does not like to cool down. Therefore, it is less suitable for beginners. In addition, a heated build plate is necessary to achieve good results.