When is a hot glue stick not a hot glue stick? When it’s PLA, of course! A glue gun that dispenses molten PLA instead of hot glue turned out to be a handy tool for joining 3D-printed objects ...

The combo results in a filament with some unusual properties, inviting some thoughts about what else is possible. Cross-section of 3D print using white PLA with a red TPU core.

We all like pretty things, and silk PLA are the epitome of shiny, high-gloss filaments that take a standard 3D printed bust of Michelangelo's David to a high-end art piece for your desk.

PLA, or Polylactic Acid, is a biopolymer used in FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) 3D Printing amongst other things, and the reason it is used so often is for two main reasons. One is that it is ...

Explore the exciting world of metal casting at home using two innovative techniques: Lost PLA casting and Greensand casting. These methods are perfect for creating precision parts for projects ...

Makers that would like to create more lifelike metal objects using their desktop 3D printer but is already capable of printing with PLA 3D printing filament.

This Flexible 3D Printing Material is a Cosplayer's Dream Use flexible filament in your 3D printer for props that bend and flex.

The PLA was extruded through an entry-level 3D printer into tensile and shear specimens. After being tested, they were ground up, extruded into filament, and 3D printed again (see table).

ABS and PLA are the two materials used in 3D printing, but not all printers support both options. Here's a rundown of the pros and cons of each material.