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Topic: What do you look for in 3D filament?

Name one thing that you value the most in 3D filament. And why?

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2 Reply by n2ri

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Re: What do you look for in 3D filament?

reliable specifications quality. so prints go smooth without clogs/jams etc.

plus a couple other things but thats #1

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Re: What do you look for in 3D filament?

#1 - Roundness (oval shaped filament doesn't extrude very well)
#2 - Diameter Consistency (I don't mind it being a little big or small; just need it consistent)
#3 - Diameter Tolerance (ideal 1.75mm filament should be no smaller than 1.7 and no larger than 1.8)
#4 - Melt Viscosity (during extrusion the material should extrude smooth, not too runny & not too thick)