A 3D printer without filament is like a regular printer without paper or ink. Even if your printer came with some filament, you might have used it all up and need a new one. That's why we offer a wide range of 3D printing filaments in various colors! This 750g spool of 1.75mm PLA/PHA copperFill blend from colorFabb is an excellent material for 3D printers. With this unique filament, you can print with real copper at home! Right out of the printer, parts look almost laser - sintered with a matte finish. After a bit of sanding and polishing, the bronze particles will shine and shimmer like no other 3D printing filament. The material is about 3 times heavier than regular PLA filament. To polish the print, use coarse steel wool. You can apply pressure, but don't focus on one spot for too long to avoid overheating. After that, the print will be shiny and smooth. Then, apply a thin coat of black spray paint and quickly wipe it off with a white cloth. Hard - to - reach areas will stay slightly black, enhancing the contrast. Finally, use copper polish for extra shine and to create an interesting patina over time. This filament works well on a variety of printers, both with heated and non - heated build platforms. For non - heated platforms, colorFabb suggests using blue painter's tape. For heated platforms, set the temperature to 55 - 60°C. It can be printed on glass or with a bit of glue stick. It also prints well on kapton tape at the same temperature. All - metal hot - ends like E3D and Makerbot Replicator 2 hotend are reliable, while hotends with teflon isolator couplers may cause clogs and aren't recommended for beginners. Always check your printer's compatible diameter and filament type before buying. For more info, visit colorFabb's website and learn system.
Using this 3D printing filament is a breeze. First, make sure to check if your printer can handle 1.75mm diameter and PLA/PHA copperFill filament. If you're using a non - heated build platform, put some blue painter's tape on it. For a heated one, set the temperature between 55 - 60°C. You can print on glass, with a bit of glue stick, or on kapton tape. When it comes to polishing, start with coarse steel wool. Apply pressure but don't stay on one spot too long or the material will get hot and soft. After that, the print will look shiny and smooth. Next, spray a thin layer of black paint and wipe it off right away with a white cloth. This will add some contrast. Finish with copper polish for extra shine and a nice patina over time. Remember, hotends with teflon isolator couplers might cause clogs, so if you're new to 3D printing, it's better to use all - metal hot - ends like E3D or Makerbot Replicator 2 hotend.
