So basically PLA for making models with fine detail and ABS for making hardware. Got it.... except.... ABS can be acetone bathed for glossy smoothing, so if I wanted to print a Catwoman or T800 head I'd use ABS? Damn I guess trial and error is needed.
I'm sue you're correct. It's just that the FDA requires tested materials for approval for packaging or medical device applications. It's an FDA authority thing ..
It also smells of brown sugar and oatmeal. It took a while before I could label the smell, but it hit me one day. The big problem with PLA however is that it biodegrades... ironically. That means if too much is left on the hot end it will eventually break back down into starch, then sugar, then caramelize, and then... garbage can. I guess you can drill it back out, but those microdrills cost too much and are too fragile. Lately I have only used PLA for test prints since they are too fragile for a lot of things, and long prints with PLA too commonly leads to a clogged nozzle if the print fails due to pla decomposing in the nozzle if something goes wrong. +Even Stephen My cat has an obsession with PLA scraps, she will pull them out of the garbage and eat them. There is no way I can stop her, so I hope it won't hurt her xD
+john ingenito Hey John, sorry for the delayed reply, but great question! You are absolutely right, PLA particle studies have shown that it is safe to use in any environment, however because ABS has a petroleum base, it is recommended to be used in a well ventilated area.
+Maker's Muse The 2X is still available and although some of the hardware and features may be considered outdated, software improvements in MakerBot Desktop and the ability to really customize the system make it very relative to the needs of some groups.
Amazed at the ability to seemingly do mid-air connections (within reason) between anchor points, never thought it could ever do that. Only the slightest bit of bowing shown. I thought it'd all drop inwards and gloop down like toothpaste or something.
Great explanation I was confused. I’m new to 3D printing and trying to do as much research before my birthday. That’s when I’m getting my printer so excited 😊😁
Prusa i3 mk2s kit(599$) is best 3d printer for your money (mk3 if you're willing to spend more) then build your self a ika laka enclosure(50-75$)you will need this to print anything other than pla. As for 3d filament use pc,(stiff and strong but hard to print) nylon(impact resistant all so hard to print) or good old abs(a little more easier to print) just my 2¢
Isn't PLA also alot safer and better for the environment and without the harmful chemical smell while printing that ABS and other plastics emit? It's made from renewable and biodegradeable corn starch, no? I feel that's also an important distinction.
Yes, you are absolutely right! PLA is bio-derived from corn and releases far less harmful emissions into the atmosphere when compared with ABS and other thermoplastics.
Awesome video! Do you know which material is best for transmitting vibrations, and not absorbing vibrations? I need to 3D print a mount for a transducer and need maximum vibrations to transfer through the mount. I'm thinking ABS is best but not 100% sure.
Hey Merv, I think materials with high rigidity would be best suited for the application you are describing. If you have access to it, I would recommend a composite based material like a carbon fiber or glass-filled reinforced Nylon. If not, engineering-grade thermoplastics like ABS or polycarbonate would be your next best bet.
Which one is better for doll making? I want to make doll parts and actual dolls, also which one can handle heat better in case i want to mod it with bakeable clay?
Hello everybody! I´ve some questions regarding 3D printers Can you print your own transformers or action figures with ANY 3D printer or do you need an especific type of printer? What´s the best material to use if you want solid toys: ABS or PLA? How solid is going to be the toy? Like Hasbro´s solid, like a Lego´s brick or is going to be like a really cheap plastic? Do you need to sand the pieces or they´re already smooth as soon as they leave the print? What´s the best software to use to create toys for 3D printing? And how durable is going to be the toy? Is going to break as soon as it hits the floor?
Hello Samuel, We will try to answer your questions as best we can 1) Yes, you could potentially print action figures with any 3D printer provided you understood the limitations. Having moving arms and legs may not be possible with all 3D printers, and the material used would need to be relatively strong to hold up to day-to-day usage. 2) If you want solid toys, ABS would provide for stronger parts, but PLA would overall be safer 3) ABS and PLA material are very similar to what Lego is made of, sp quite durable. You can set the infill of your print so it can be as sparse or solid as you would like 4) They would need to be sanded depending on the technology 5) To create toys, you could probably get started with Tinkerine, but it depends how advanced you would like to get 6) Depending on the material used it would be relatively durable, able to withstand day-to-day depending on the design as well as the size and fragility of the features. Hope that answers your questions!
+John Alves Hey John, it is a relatively new feature driven by firmware and software updates. Currently you can do a 70 degree angle with no support and a 2 inch bridge
I'm curious about making a few custom hardware pieces for use in research diving at depths of 25-100 feet and temperatures of 35-75 F. I need the material to be environmentally safe because it will be submerged in open water for extended periods of time, and strong enough to withstand some stress/pressure. Would I be better off with a printer that is designed for ABS, or some other material?
High back pressure and requires an all metal hotend, which costs more to maintain. I like PETG as well, but it did take modifications before I could print with it well. I gave up getting it to work well in a bowden setup, but works great on my direct feed prusa i3.
What? You DON'T need an all metal hotend to print PETG. It is printed at 230-250°C, which is fine for a PTFE lined hotend. I've printed lots of PETG on my Prusa I3 clone without a problem!
i found very few videos or examples of prints made using the disolvable filament for the supports. I've been skeptical about trying it because of its expense. Sure would like to see more examples of prints made using it.
+Some Asshole we don't typically print with dissolvable filament on the MakerBot systems here in Canada, simply because d-limonene, the solution needed to dissolve the material is quite regulated and not easy to get a hold of. However, we have heard some amazing things from our customer base!
Hey Paolo, PLA is a great all purpose material, however it might not be a good fit for the application based on your description. A TPU-based material would be able to bend and roll and might be more appropriate
@@proto3000_ thank you for your reply! I'd love to be contacted by your team since I am developing a prototype for this product. I sent an email weeks ago but haven't gotten any reply. thank you!
When Makerbot hit the scene i thought these guys have their act together and they had me sold, Little pricey, but if cutting edge I can deal with that. Now a few years later they have the Gibson guitar effect. Great Quality but just not price effective for the average Joe.
I want to order a 3d printed piece for airsoft,a handguard for a gun,so I should choose abs?Considering that she said the abs is more resistant to wear and tear...
ABS would be a better fit for tapping depending on the thickness and density. If you are looking to work with a PLA like material I would recommend looking at something like Tough - proto3000.com/product/makerbot-tough-3d-printing/
Get the robox dual then. More expensive, but an amazing machine. I am printing PLA, ABS, polysmooth and Nylon with one machine. Even PLA and ABS together at the same time!
Between ABS and PLA, ABS would be better. Ideally though for aerospace components that will be used in testing you may want to explore using advanced materials like Carbon Fiber reinforced nylon or ULTEM 9085.
Well, there really isn't a clear answer to that question. It depends on the application and project. If you need stronger and more resilient parts that hold up against heat stress, while also having a well ventilated facility to print in, ABS is a better fit. If you are looking for lower-cost concept models, PLA can be better.
Hi, Poppy! I have the following problem: my 3D model (not solid) in 1.75mm ABS is "delaminating", after a series of printed lines, spans in the model begin to appear (it is a relatively large model, with more elevation Of 15 cm - the printer has a capacity of 20cm x 20cm x 18cm: it's a Wanhao I3 Plus), I'm extruding with 245º and keeping the table warm by 90º and average speed between 50 and 35mm / s. Any tips on where I might be going wrong? Thank you very much!
Try 110 degrees on your bed for the 1st layer, drop down to 100 on the bed with 60 degrees ambient temperature in the enclosure. No more delamination or warping of ABS in my case. Been printing at those settings for some time and never had to change them.
PLA is definitely a more stable material and will warp less under the right conditions. Having a build plate that promotes adhesion will also limit warping.
can I use Pla and ABS one after another in my 3d doodler and create one item (not for professional use of course) . Did these two filaments stick/glue together strongly or not really?
The ideal temps are different, and plastic will unreliably stick to cold plastic. However, if you were to print the ABS first, PLA second, you might be able to get away with it, as PLA sticks better even when temp shocked.
I got my 10 month old daughter over is it save for her to be in the same room as I print? Not talking about her knocking it over or anything like that.
Hey Anthony, I would recommend to limit the exposure of any emissions to your daughter. Working with PLA would be the safest, but there are still particles released into the air that may be harmful to a younger child.
I need help. I have a plastic gear with a few teeth broken. I need help steering to someone that can use the existing gear and model over the broken teeth or print most likely with ABS. The part is enclosed and not open to the sun. Any help as to a company or person that can do the modeling and or printing appreciated.
Hello Fun2 Drive, you can request a service by contacting our engineering services team. If you would like to send an email describing your project to info@proto3000.com someone will contact you.
Hey Thomas, Sorry for the delayed reply. A raft is a setting you can choose in your 3D printing management software that will create a base on which the part will be built. This can be important when removing parts from the build plate, it will prevent damage to the part, and will also promote better adhesion to the plate. More surface area means more adhesion. D-Limonene is a chemical that can be used to dissolve some soluble support material. It is readily available at hardware store in the United States but much more controlled in Canada.
Hello RealSoundNow on the MakerBot systems we would not have any materials that would be considered food safe. However, on the industrial line of Stratasys 3D printers we do have a material known as ULTEM 1010 that would meet food safety requirements.
At the moment ULTEM 1010 is one of the only materials with a food safe designation. To be honest though if you are trying to develop something that would make contact with food it would be recommended to do any concept development or design iterations on a desktop printer, and maybe look at doing the final iterations through our service bureau
PLA is for the most part safe to use, it just releases some lactic acid into the food, but that's naturally occuring stuff, such as in milk, or even in the human body.
Curiously enough, Makerbot released a document called "PLA and ABS Strength Data", you'll find it. As to water tightness, hard to call it, for bigger objects I think getting a somewhat watertight PLA print is easier because it warps less. Wouldn't consider any FDM 3D print water tight.
Watching this and trying to understand what she was saying reminded me of my 3rd grade teacher imploring, over and again: ENUNCIATE SLOWLY.... ENUNCIATE SLOWLY....
ABS is superior to work with once you have everything dialed in. But it does absorb moisture that can cause surface defects as it outgasses as steam during extrusion. Have to keep your spools in a dry desicant chamber in humid environments. Other than that, once the part is made, moisture is not an issue and ABS won't break down like PLA. It is a permanent plastic part.
Polysmooth filament and their vapor machine makes perfectly smooth parts. From actual experience. Uses isopropyl alcohol as a vapor to condition the surface. Works amazingly well once you get past the learning curve. Like PLA, not quite as durable as ABS though. But the results sure are awesome.
Hey +Chaos Craft999 have you tried tough PLA? It offers the safety of PLA but with stronger material characteristics of ABS ruclips.net/video/DFDtrxLrOF8/видео.html
Hey shooterX our printers are designed for PLA material, however the MakerBot Replicator 2X system is experimental in nature and may be able to print in different materials with the right settings
Whne you buy Makerbot, most of your money goes toward the brand name. Don't waste your money. If you want a makerbot printer, do yo research to find out which clones you can buy that are pretty much the same and save yourself A LOT OF MONEY.
Well, if you have a project that does require additional strength you can always look at a tougher variant of ABS. Often these materials have better impact resistance and elongation to ABS but are PLA derived. The only drawback would be heat resistance.
Excellent, honest, straightforward comparison of PLA v. ABS. Although you should have mentioned the health/ventilation concerns in the video.
You aren't smoking the plastic I hope
Great video. Gets to the point very quickly and then proceeds with advanced info to apply later on. Thanks guys!!! :)
So basically PLA for making models with fine detail and ABS for making hardware.
Got it.... except.... ABS can be acetone bathed for glossy smoothing, so if I wanted to print a Catwoman or T800 head I'd use ABS? Damn I guess trial and error is needed.
PLA bonds to resins rather nicely, so you can just coat it over to cover layer lines.
Siana Gearz that didn't work for me
For painting you should always use a primer
ArcanePath360 yes it is recuired
PLA with primer finish to fill in lines is my guess. I'm going to invest into an Ender Pro 3, really want to do Dead by Daylight masks.
PLA comes from starch and is a non-toxic bio degradable material. I don't understand why it isn't used for food packaging more.
Is there an FDA approved PLA filament then? Thanks
No idea. Why need one? The stuff is harmless
I'm sue you're correct. It's just that the FDA requires tested materials for approval for packaging or medical device applications. It's an FDA authority thing ..
makergeeks raptor pla is fda approved according to them
It also smells of brown sugar and oatmeal. It took a while before I could label the smell, but it hit me one day.
The big problem with PLA however is that it biodegrades... ironically. That means if too much is left on the hot end it will eventually break back down into starch, then sugar, then caramelize, and then... garbage can. I guess you can drill it back out, but those microdrills cost too much and are too fragile. Lately I have only used PLA for test prints since they are too fragile for a lot of things, and long prints with PLA too commonly leads to a clogged nozzle if the print fails due to pla decomposing in the nozzle if something goes wrong.
+Even Stephen My cat has an obsession with PLA scraps, she will pull them out of the garbage and eat them. There is no way I can stop her, so I hope it won't hurt her xD
Everyone needs a Poppy in their lives. Great video and instruction. :-)
Simp
Incredibly informative and straight to the point, this was an amazing video!
Thanks!
I was wondering about the health effects of printing in PLA vs ABS. Ive been told PLA is safe while ABS may be harmful unless well ventilated.
+john ingenito Hey John, sorry for the delayed reply, but great question! You are absolutely right, PLA particle studies have shown that it is safe to use in any environment, however because ABS has a petroleum base, it is recommended to be used in a well ventilated area.
Wait... wasn't the 2X discontinued? It's ancient and well outdated.
+Maker's Muse The 2X is still available and although some of the hardware and features may be considered outdated, software improvements in MakerBot Desktop and the ability to really customize the system make it very relative to the needs of some groups.
Odd seeing you here
It's still offered n Makerbot's website... I thought it was their newest product half an hour ago :S :S :S
Maker I don't think it is its on amazone
Lego is ABS
sending scraps to a recycling sounds like a good idea but I prefer to know how to reuse them in future builds if at all possible
freakygeaktwo ABS can be turned into "ABS juice," and used for build plate adhesion. I don't think PLA is useful outside of your actual 3d model.
Scrap supports can be ground up and rexstruded on to a spool for other projects. Save those scraps.
Amazed at the ability to seemingly do mid-air connections (within reason) between anchor points, never thought it could ever do that. Only the slightest bit of bowing shown. I thought it'd all drop inwards and gloop down like toothpaste or something.
yeah 2:16
Great explanation I was confused. I’m new to 3D printing and trying to do as much research before my birthday. That’s when I’m getting my printer so excited 😊😁
such an effective of describing the differences of both. thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Which machine would be better for making RC car parts Please comment back
Prusa i3 mk2s kit(599$) is best 3d printer for your money (mk3 if you're willing to spend more) then build your self a ika laka enclosure(50-75$)you will need this to print anything other than pla. As for 3d filament use pc,(stiff and strong but hard to print) nylon(impact resistant all so hard to print) or good old abs(a little more easier to print) just my 2¢
Isn't PLA also alot safer and better for the environment and without the harmful chemical smell while printing that ABS and other plastics emit? It's made from renewable and biodegradeable corn starch, no? I feel that's also an important distinction.
Yes, you are absolutely right! PLA is bio-derived from corn and releases far less harmful emissions into the atmosphere when compared with ABS and other thermoplastics.
Thank you for this question!!
Very good video and good job to the presenter !
Is the print quality of a 3D printer good enough to make things we can sell online?
VERY HELPFUL! THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO! :D
great and informative video! Came here after researching what Lego bricks are made of (abs).
Well done! Thanks for the video. You instruct and pass information well.
I would like to have a fully recyclable material that I can toss into a grinder/extruder that turns my waste back into ready-for-printing filament.
soo if i want to print a case for my phone, i should use ABS?
Jose Costan yes, pla can even melt in the sun
No use lego
Hi . My Question is Can PLA and ABS used to design prosthetics in biomedical field? If Yes.
Which one is the best to go for?
Awesome video! Do you know which material is best for transmitting vibrations, and not absorbing vibrations? I need to 3D print a mount for a transducer and need maximum vibrations to transfer through the mount. I'm thinking ABS is best but not 100% sure.
Hey Merv, I think materials with high rigidity would be best suited for the application you are describing. If you have access to it, I would recommend a composite based material like a carbon fiber or glass-filled reinforced Nylon. If not, engineering-grade thermoplastics like ABS or polycarbonate would be your next best bet.
Which one is better for doll making? I want to make doll parts and actual dolls, also which one can handle heat better in case i want to mod it with bakeable clay?
so pleasant to watch and listen to your presentation
Hello everybody! I´ve some questions regarding 3D printers
Can you print your own transformers or action figures with ANY 3D printer or do you need an especific type of printer?
What´s the best material to use if you want solid toys: ABS or PLA?
How solid is going to be the toy? Like Hasbro´s solid, like a Lego´s brick or is going to be like a really cheap plastic?
Do you need to sand the pieces or they´re already smooth as soon as they leave the print?
What´s the best software to use to create toys for 3D printing?
And how durable is going to be the toy? Is going to break as soon as it hits the floor?
Hello Samuel,
We will try to answer your questions as best we can
1) Yes, you could potentially print action figures with any 3D printer provided you understood the limitations. Having moving arms and legs may not be possible with all 3D printers, and the material used would need to be relatively strong to hold up to day-to-day usage.
2) If you want solid toys, ABS would provide for stronger parts, but PLA would overall be safer
3) ABS and PLA material are very similar to what Lego is made of, sp quite durable. You can set the infill of your print so it can be as sparse or solid as you would like
4) They would need to be sanded depending on the technology
5) To create toys, you could probably get started with Tinkerine, but it depends how advanced you would like to get
6) Depending on the material used it would be relatively durable, able to withstand day-to-day depending on the design as well as the size and fragility of the features.
Hope that answers your questions!
thank you guys for the info, and for the time to answer my questions!
Informative and well explained.
Glad it was helpful!
The presenter was great! :D
I didn't know you could print a bridge without supports? That's pretty impressive, I'll have to try that. Thanks
+John Alves Hey John, it is a relatively new feature driven by firmware and software updates. Currently you can do a 70 degree angle with no support and a 2 inch bridge
If I were to print a lens cap for a camera should I use pla or abs ?
This is such an excellent video.
if i want to print parts for transformers toys, which one is better? and i want the surface to be smooth, can it handle screws bolted in?
I'm curious about making a few custom hardware pieces for use in research diving at depths of 25-100 feet and temperatures of 35-75 F. I need the material to be environmentally safe because it will be submerged in open water for extended periods of time, and strong enough to withstand some stress/pressure. Would I be better off with a printer that is designed for ABS, or some other material?
Thank you for the informative video.
Glad it was helpful!
PETG - best of both worlds (mostly). Strong, high heat, no curling.
High back pressure and requires an all metal hotend, which costs more to maintain. I like PETG as well, but it did take modifications before I could print with it well. I gave up getting it to work well in a bowden setup, but works great on my direct feed prusa i3.
What? You DON'T need an all metal hotend to print PETG. It is printed at 230-250°C, which is fine for a PTFE lined hotend. I've printed lots of PETG on my Prusa I3 clone without a problem!
i've printed hours and hours of PETG at 255°C on a PETG lines hotend without any problems...
Really informative video, thanks!
i found very few videos or examples of prints made using the disolvable filament for the supports. I've been skeptical about trying it because of its expense. Sure would like to see more examples of prints made using it.
+Some Asshole we don't typically print with dissolvable filament on the MakerBot systems here in Canada, simply because d-limonene, the solution needed to dissolve the material is quite regulated and not easy to get a hold of. However, we have heard some amazing things from our customer base!
ah, ok.
thank you.
I want to print a mesh-like-fabric to use as a filter for sand. Is PLA better for this? Does it bend or roll?
Hey Paolo,
PLA is a great all purpose material, however it might not be a good fit for the application based on your description. A TPU-based material would be able to bend and roll and might be more appropriate
@@proto3000_ thank you for your reply! I'd love to be contacted by your team since I am developing a prototype for this product. I sent an email weeks ago but haven't gotten any reply. thank you!
Make a video about the diferencie between PLA, ABS, PETG and ASA
We are working on some new material videos! stay tuned
Great tutorial!
Glad you liked it!
Hey. Can a thermoplastic material in powder form can be used instead of thermoplastic filament? If yes then how and what should the assembly be.
Not in a printer designed for filament FDM.
If you want to work with plastic powders instead, look for a "Selective Laser Sintering" printer.
When Makerbot hit the scene i thought these guys have their act together and they had me sold, Little pricey, but if cutting edge I can deal with that. Now a few years later they have the Gibson guitar effect. Great Quality but just not price effective for the average Joe.
I want to order a 3d printed piece for airsoft,a handguard for a gun,so I should choose abs?Considering that she said the abs is more resistant to wear and tear...
yes
Most informative, thanks a lot
if i were to print a figurine, pla or abs which is more better?
It really depends, but both would be good candidates. If you wanted higher heat resistance (i.e. for outside use on a hot day) ABS would be better
Which one between PLa and Abs can hold a tap better ? ( to screw a bolt) pliz help me guys. Thx
ABS would be a better fit for tapping depending on the thickness and density. If you are looking to work with a PLA like material I would recommend looking at something like Tough - proto3000.com/product/makerbot-tough-3d-printing/
I wanna be able to do both.
get a prusa i3mk2
Get the robox dual then. More expensive, but an amazing machine. I am printing PLA, ABS, polysmooth and Nylon with one machine. Even PLA and ABS together at the same time!
So for gears and practical/invention prototyping... which you you recommend?
Typically speaking, for functional prototypes ABS would be recommended as it has better overall strength
@@proto3000_ many thants for the advice... 👍
Very helpful. Thanks!
So if I wanted to print drone/airplane frames and components, would the ABS be better?
Between ABS and PLA, ABS would be better. Ideally though for aerospace components that will be used in testing you may want to explore using advanced materials like Carbon Fiber reinforced nylon or ULTEM 9085.
Is there something like paint the 3d models? Some 3d painter
So as a matter of fact which is better
Well, there really isn't a clear answer to that question. It depends on the application and project. If you need stronger and more resilient parts that hold up against heat stress, while also having a well ventilated facility to print in, ABS is a better fit. If you are looking for lower-cost concept models, PLA can be better.
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
Hi, Poppy!
I have the following problem: my 3D model (not solid) in 1.75mm ABS is "delaminating", after a series of printed lines, spans in the model begin to appear (it is a relatively large model, with more elevation Of 15 cm - the printer has a capacity of 20cm x 20cm x 18cm: it's a Wanhao I3 Plus), I'm extruding with 245º and keeping the table warm by 90º and average speed between 50 and 35mm / s.
Any tips on where I might be going wrong?
Thank you very much!
Hey! is there an enclosure around your printer to keep the hot air in? Otherwise the ABS prints can crack!
Try 110 degrees on your bed for the 1st layer, drop down to 100 on the bed with 60 degrees ambient temperature in the enclosure. No more delamination or warping of ABS in my case. Been printing at those settings for some time and never had to change them.
by using PLA can we over come warpage ? is it stick well while printing ( adhesion) to the base??
PLA is definitely a more stable material and will warp less under the right conditions. Having a build plate that promotes adhesion will also limit warping.
Are PLA and ABS toxic and how long does it take for them to breakdown and compost? Are they harmful if ingested? Are there eco friendly alternatives?
can I use Pla and ABS one after another in my 3d doodler and create one item (not for professional use of course) . Did these two filaments stick/glue together strongly or not really?
The ideal temps are different, and plastic will unreliably stick to cold plastic. However, if you were to print the ABS first, PLA second, you might be able to get away with it, as PLA sticks better even when temp shocked.
Do I Need to use the Filament from makerbot or can I also use others ?
Any filament of the same size and type can be used.
Hey is Fillabot associated with makerbot?
I got my 10 month old daughter over is it save for her to be in the same room as I print? Not talking about her knocking it over or anything like that.
Hey Anthony, I would recommend to limit the exposure of any emissions to your daughter. Working with PLA would be the safest, but there are still particles released into the air that may be harmful to a younger child.
I need help. I have a plastic gear with a few teeth broken. I need help steering to someone that can use the existing gear and model over the broken teeth or print most likely with ABS. The part is enclosed and not open to the sun.
Any help as to a company or person that can do the modeling and or printing appreciated.
Hello Fun2 Drive, you can request a service by contacting our engineering services team. If you would like to send an email describing your project to info@proto3000.com someone will contact you.
What size is the gear?
Hello Joe,
I believe you are looking for acetone
+Proto3000 | 3D Printing | Rapid Prototyping | 3D Scanning You would be correct
Which one makes models that look better?
Hello Ori, PLA tends to have better aesthetics over ABS. It is also an easier material to work with in post-processing and finishing applications
Hi, sorry yif this is a newbie question, but what is raft and why is this the first time I'm hearing about lemonade ( spelling?) ?
Hey Thomas,
Sorry for the delayed reply. A raft is a setting you can choose in your 3D printing management software that will create a base on which the part will be built. This can be important when removing parts from the build plate, it will prevent damage to the part, and will also promote better adhesion to the plate. More surface area means more adhesion. D-Limonene is a chemical that can be used to dissolve some soluble support material. It is readily available at hardware store in the United States but much more controlled in Canada.
Thanks.
What best with 2 extruder till $1000? thank you
That's Poppy! Everybody wants to be Poppy! Poppy!
Very Informative! Thank you!
Are any of the filament materials food safe (FDA food safe approved)? thanks
Hello RealSoundNow on the MakerBot systems we would not have any materials that would be considered food safe. However, on the industrial line of Stratasys 3D printers we do have a material known as ULTEM 1010 that would meet food safety requirements.
OK. The printers for ULTEM 1010 are into the 6 figures of cost. Is that the only choice?
At the moment ULTEM 1010 is one of the only materials with a food safe designation. To be honest though if you are trying to develop something that would make contact with food it would be recommended to do any concept development or design iterations on a desktop printer, and maybe look at doing the final iterations through our service bureau
PLA is for the most part safe to use, it just releases some lactic acid into the food, but that's naturally occuring stuff, such as in milk, or even in the human body.
Thanks great video from Germany
Any where i can get tensile strength differences
Etc for the two materials?
What about being water tight ?
Curiously enough, Makerbot released a document called "PLA and ABS Strength Data", you'll find it.
As to water tightness, hard to call it, for bigger objects I think getting a somewhat watertight PLA print is easier because it warps less. Wouldn't consider any FDM 3D print water tight.
from where to buy the Analytical chemicals
....!
Mmmm abs=lego
Watching this and trying to understand what she was saying reminded me of my 3rd grade teacher imploring, over and again: ENUNCIATE SLOWLY.... ENUNCIATE SLOWLY....
Good info and we'll done.
What chemical is used to remove lines from abs builds?
+Joe D'Alonzo acetone
+Joe D'Alonzo acitone
+Joe D'Alonzo Acetone vapor, never use liquid on the plastic because it will melt it and ruin the shapes.
PLA reacts to humidityl ABS does not. Why bag ABS? Am I wrong here?
ABS is superior to work with once you have everything dialed in. But it does absorb moisture that can cause surface defects as it outgasses as steam during extrusion. Have to keep your spools in a dry desicant chamber in humid environments. Other than that, once the part is made, moisture is not an issue and ABS won't break down like PLA. It is a permanent plastic part.
Very useful. Cheers
Thank you for the information.
PLA sounds like the better choice
Can you use wax filament for castable pieces?
Yes you can, some 3D printers are designed to print with wax allowing you to do a clean burnout
How much is 3D printer? I can use ABS type for my parts...
300$au to 700$au
How do you smooth out the prints so that the layers don't show?
You can smooth out by acetone vapour bath. Mind it, acetone is very irritating to eyes and nostril and quite dangerous.
What printers use those soluble supports?
Polysmooth filament and their vapor machine makes perfectly smooth parts. From actual experience. Uses isopropyl alcohol as a vapor to condition the surface. Works amazingly well once you get past the learning curve. Like PLA, not quite as durable as ABS though. But the results sure are awesome.
How would i be able to strengthen an ABS print after its done?
Hello Onkmet,
A clear coat on the part would add a little bit of strength
You can anneal it.
I kinda like PLA for being Wieldable by Aceton.
But too much exposure causes PLA to deform.
so i think i'll pick ABS.
Hey +Chaos Craft999 have you tried tough PLA? It offers the safety of PLA but with stronger material characteristics of ABS ruclips.net/video/DFDtrxLrOF8/видео.html
Rafts are totally unnecessary wastes of PLA on my 3d printer. And I've even had more adhesion problems with rafts. They aren't necessary.
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Me too, that name is ruined now.
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Have heard Carbon Content Filament, can your machine still works for this type of filament, or is your filament proprietary?
Hey shooterX our printers are designed for PLA material, however the MakerBot Replicator 2X system is experimental in nature and may be able to print in different materials with the right settings
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How much these two 3D-printers cost?
like $2000 a piece :D
Whne you buy Makerbot, most of your money goes toward the brand name. Don't waste your money. If you want a makerbot printer, do yo research to find out which clones you can buy that are pretty much the same and save yourself A LOT OF MONEY.
Good information.
Dudee i wanted abs for summer then i got here lol
Well, if you have a project that does require additional strength you can always look at a tougher variant of ABS. Often these materials have better impact resistance and elongation to ABS but are PLA derived. The only drawback would be heat resistance.
@@proto3000_ I think they were talking about physical abs.
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