ABS printed parts have improved UV resistance compared to PLA. They have a higher glass transition temperature which means they have a better tolerance for heat. ABS is also waterproof. With that...
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Are PLA & ABS Filaments Waterproof ?! What Are Your Options!
Although it plays second best to PLA, ABS has several characteristics that make it a better material to print with. While they can be used interchangeably ABS offers better mechanical strength, heat...
3D printers take a lot of punishment. A single print can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 15 hours. A heavy printer can spend between 30 to 80 hours a week printing. Working for 30 hours a week, a...
How Much Weight Can A 3D Printed Object Hold? Can You Make It Stronger!
Regular PLA material has a tensile strength of around 7,250 psi (50MPa). It has a maximum weight load of almost 790 pounds. Variants like PLA Plus contain additives that give them increased strength...
Getting the most out of PLA, and indeed any raw material, is mainly about using the right settings. A high percentage of 3D prints fail either because of a problem with the material or using...
3D printing is a cheaper, faster way to produce once-off clothing items compared to traditional garment-making methods. 3D printing also uses less material so results in less material waste as...