[taulman] over on Instructables has been working on his own version of a 3D printer. Unlike the usual PLA or ABS filament all the RepRaps and Makerbots use, this printer uses nylon to make parts with ...

[Credit: taulman on Instructables] 3D printers generally print using ABS plastic, which is great for most applications–I mean, they make Legos out of it, after all. When printing thin pieces, however, ...

Airwolf 3D has just announced the launch of its first hot-end for 3D printers that allows customers to print in engineering-grade materials such as polycarbonate, Bridge Nylon and Nylon 645. The new ...

Carbon fiber reinforced nylon offers unmatched strength, heat resistance, and stability in 3D printing, but it demands precise preparation and hardware upgrades. From drying filament to upgrading ...

If you want to try printing with nylon, with less environmental impact* that virgin nylon, a company called Fishy Filaments is making a 1.75mm filament by recycling Cornish fishing nets. ‘Porthcurno’ ...

3D printing has always, and always will be, an industrial mainstay of manufacturing and prototyping. It also isn’t a surprise to anyone that the technology over the past decade has been leaving ...

Still using the same basic plastic for all your 3D prints? Discover the ultimate upgrades you actually need for stronger, ...

3D printing is a fantastic hobby that has definitely piqued a lot of people's interest over the past few years. What are some ...