Fused Filament Fabrication

Is a type of 3D Printing that uses melted thermoplastic disposed by a nozzle

Filament

• Diameter
  • 1.75 mm (standard)
  • 2.85 mm (less common)
• Material
  • ABS
  • PLA
  • PVA
  • PC
  • PETG
  • HDPE
  • HIPS
  • PA
  • Composite materials
    • CF
    • Wood Fibers
• Quality is capital for successful printing
  • Low quality filament can flatten into an oval
  • Varying thickness can distort the printed object
  • Dirty filament can clog nozzle

Notes

• Build plate
  • Can require some heat or product so the 1st layer of filament can attach to it
    • Heated plate
    • Painter's tape
    • Kapton tape
    • ABS cement