Over the couple of decades or so since it started to be available at an affordable level, 3D printing has revolutionized the process of making custom objects. But as anyone with a 3D printer will know ...

Transparent plastic is nothing new. However, 3D prints are usually opaque or–at best–translucent. [Thomas Sanladerer] wanted to print something really transparent. He noticed that Colorfabb had an ...

In this video, we explore seven lesser-known, unique 3D printer filaments. The discussion includes the material ...

Filament 3D printing, also known as FDM (fused deposition modeling) or material extrusion, involves melting filament which is ...

Best answer: The best place to pick up some filament worldwide is Amazon. The worldwide market has access to many brands and types of filament with great prices, a logistics network for economical ...

Most desktop 3D printers use what's called FDM (fused deposition modeling) printing. Another term is FFF (or fused filament fabrication). The idea behind both of these is that a 3D print is built up ...

3D printing filament manufacture Fillamentum and creator of the awesome Timberfill wood filament, has launched two new additions to its range in the form of the Wood and Crystal Clear filaments. The ...

Resin or filament 3D printing: Which is best for you? Best answer: You'll want a filament (FDM) printer for printing large models such as cosplay accessories. Resin (SLA/DLP) prin ...

The Stooder is a desktop machine that melts down plastic pellets so that you can create -- or recycle -- your own filament for 3D printing. Michelle Starr Science editor Michelle Starr is CNET's ...