PLA vs PETG vs ABS: Which Filament for Which Job?
Compare PLA, PETG and ABS filament on strength, heat resistance, ease of printing and use cases. Which filament should you choose for which part?
Filament Guides
Properties, print settings and storage for PLA, PETG, ABS and TPU filament. 4 articles in this category.
How to Dry and Store Filament (and How to Tell It's Wet)
Wet filament pops, strings and turns brittle. Filament drying temperatures, drying methods and tips for storing it dry.
How to Print ABS Without Warping or Cracking
Enclosure, temperature, fan and ventilation settings for printing ABS filament without cracks or lifted corners, plus safe handling tips for ABS and ASA.
TPU Printing Guide: How to Print Flexible Filament
Speed, retraction, temperature and extruder settings for printing with flexible TPU filament. Tips for printing TPU on Bowden and direct drive.