News, tips, guides and tutorials from the world of 3D printing
Which 3D printing material is best outdoors? Compare PETG, ASA, ABS, nylon, polycarbonate and reinforced filaments for UV, rain, heat and functional parts.
Which 3D printing materials handle heat best? Compare PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, nylon, polycarbonate and reinforced filaments for high-temperature functional parts.
Carbon-fibre reinforced filament offers high stiffness and dimensional stability for functional parts. Compare PA-CF, PETG-CF, PC-CF and other engineering materials.
Nylon is one of the toughest materials used in FDM 3D printing. Learn about its strength, durability, wear resistance, moisture sensitivity and best applications.
Which 3D printing material is strongest? Compare PLA, PETG, ABS, nylon and carbon-fibre reinforced filaments for mechanical and functional parts.
PLA, PETG, or ABS: which material should you choose? Compare strength, heat resistance, durability, printability, and the best applications for each filament.
Need to make your 3D prints faster? This guide explains how to optimize STL files for faster printing by reducing unnecessary detail, improving orientation, and preparing the model efficiently.
Large STL files can slow down uploads and slicer performance. This guide explains how to reduce STL file size for 3D printing without ruining the model.
Why do STL files fail in 3D printing? This guide explains the most common causes, from broken mesh geometry to thin walls, scaling errors, and poor printability.
