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How To Make ABS Juice, Glue, and Slurry

How To Make ABS Juice, Glue, and Slurry

  • Alec Richter
  • Dec 11, 2016
This guide will show you how a few simple mixtures of ABS and acetone will be a helpful new staple in your 3D printing toolbox.
When someone is new to 3D printing, it is highly recommended to start with PLA filament, and having mastered that, to begin experimenting with different and more advanced materials. While PLA and ABS filament are the two most popular filaments, they have drastically different properties from each other. PLA is such a great beginner material because it doesn't warp, doesn't need high temp... (More)
How To Succeed When Printing With ABS

How To Succeed When Printing With ABS

  • MatterHackers
  • Sep 29, 2022
ABS filament is a versatile material that's a great option for when you need your 3D-printed parts to be strong and heat-resistant. Learn how to print this material like a Pro in this in-depth guide.
What is ABS filament? ABS is one of the most commonly used and versatile materials available in 3D printing today. There are a few extra things to consider when printing with ABS as compared to PLA, but the extra hurdles are well worth it for the enhanced strength, post-processing capabilities, and temperature resistance of ABS.... (More)
Printing Tips & Tricks: ABS Bed Adhesion

Printing Tips & Tricks: ABS Bed Adhesion

  • MatterHackers
  • Jun 29, 2014
ABS: stronger, more durable, and more heat-resistant than PLA. An excellent 3D printing material, but ABS is prone to warp. Stop warping on your ABS prints, and create strong bed adhesion to produce flat prints by following these tips.
Bed adhesion is one of the most important elements for getting a good 3D print. (For more information about printing with ABS, like tips and tricks for success, check out our other article here.) A 3D printer with a heated bed is required for successfully printing with ABS filament because ABS plastic shrinks when cooling. Without a heated bed, the bottom of your print will cool at a differen... (More)
How To: Vapor Polishing ABS 3D Printer Filament

How To: Vapor Polishing ABS 3D Printer Filament

  • MatterHackers
  • May 25, 2016
Vapor polishing is the process of smoothing the surface of 3D printed ABS parts. The results give your models the look of professionally made injection molded parts. If you want to achieve this look, read on.
Acetone is a powerful solvent that quickly dissolves ABS. However, the ABS reconstitutes itself once the acetone has evaporated. This phenomenon is used for welding ABS drain pipes (ABS glue contains acetone). It also allows us to use 'ABS juice' to apply a thin film of ABS to the print bed to help with adhesion. (More)
3D Printing 101 Web Series

3D Printing 101 Web Series

  • Erica Derrico
  • Mar 31, 2016
We know what challenges come your way when you first start printing. Get a head start and solid guidance with MatterHackers' new web series, 3D Printing 101 hosted by YouTube's 3D Printing Nerd, Joel Telling.
MatterHackers and YouTube's 3D Printing Nerd, Joel Telling, have teamed up to bring an exciting new web series, 3D Printing 101. 3D Printing 101 is a great resource to get new 3D printing users up and running quickly and efficiently. Whether you are new to the 3D printing club or you simply need to brush up on the basics, we are here to help. ... (More)
3D Printer Filament Comparison Guide

3D Printer Filament Comparison Guide

  • May 30, 2017
There are many different kinds of 3D printer filament, and each one has it's own strengths for different projects. Knowing these differences is key to a successful 3D printing experience and so we have created a Filament Comparison Guide with everything you need to know about every type of filament available.
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3D Printer Troubleshooting Guide

3D Printer Troubleshooting Guide

  • MatterHackers
  • Nov 14, 2022
Use this guide to help you identify and solve the most common issues that may occur while 3D printing.
When printing, unexpected challenges may arise that will need to be resolved in order to complete a successful print.  Often times, the appropriate response to a printing issue is not immediately apparent.  This guide outlines some of the most common issues faced by 3D printing practitioners and highlights steps that may be taken to resolve those issues. If you need some extra guidance,... (More)
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