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Materials26/05/2024
The 4 most common FDM filaments and how to choose
Comparing strength, heat resistance and cost of popular filaments.
Choosing the right material is as important as designing the right product. In this video, Technix AM engineers compare common FDM filaments and suggest how to choose for your application.
What you will learn
- Key properties of popular filaments
- When standard materials are enough and when you need engineering plastics
- Balancing strength, printability and cost
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