3D printers

Filament 3D Printer

A filament 3D printer, also known as an FDM or FFF printer, is the most popular type of 3D printer for home use, education, and rapid prototyping. These printers work with a plastic filament that is heated and deposited layer by layer to build a three-dimensional object.

Filament 3D printers are known for their reliability, affordability, and wide material compatibility. They are suitable for producing functional parts quickly, technical applications, and creative prints. Whether you choose standard PLA or more advanced materials such as PETG, ABS, or TPU, the possibilities are versatile.

For both beginners and experienced makers, a filament 3D printer is an accessible and powerful way to bring ideas to life.

Filament for 3D Printing

Filament is the thermoplastic material used in FDM and FFF 3D printers. During the 3D printing process, the filament is heated in the extruder and applied in layers onto the print bed, creating the desired object.

There are many different types of filament, each with its own characteristics. PLA is user-friendly and biodegradable, PETG is strong and water-resistant, ABS is impact-resistant and heat-resistant, and TPU is flexible and elastic. Filament is available in various colours, spool sizes, and diameters, usually 1.75 mm.

Whether you are working on functional prototypes, decorative models, or technical components, there is always a suitable filament for your 3D printer.

Resin 3D Printer

A resin 3D printer uses liquid resin that is cured layer by layer using light. This type of 3D printer uses technologies such as SLA (stereolithography), DLP (digital light processing), or MSLA (masked stereolithography), depending on the light source used.

Resin printers are known for their exceptionally high resolution and smooth surface finish. They are ideal for applications where detail is important, such as miniatures, dental models, jewellery, and fine mechanical components. Although resin printing requires slightly more post-processing, these printers produce high-quality results that are difficult to match with other technologies.

For professionals and demanding makers, a resin 3D printer offers maximum precision and impressive quality.

Resin for 3D Printing

Resin is a liquid plastic used in resin 3D printers such as SLA, DLP, and MSLA systems. Under the influence of UV light, the resin cures layer by layer, resulting in detailed, strong, and smooth 3D prints.

Various types of resin are available, each with unique properties for specific applications. These include standard resin for general models, flexible resin for bendable parts, heat-resistant resin for technical applications, and biocompatible resin for medical applications.

Resin is particularly suitable for projects where detail, smooth finishing, and high accuracy are essential. Always ensure proper post-processing: wash your prints with alcohol and cure them under UV light for optimal performance.

What should you consider when buying a 3D Printer?

When choosing a 3D printer, there are several important considerations:

• Application: What will you use the printer for? Prototyping, production, education, or hobby use
• Build volume: How large does the print area need to be?
• Budget: What is your maximum investment? And how much should a print cost on average?
• Functionality: Do you want to print with multiple types of filament? Is dual extrusion required?
• User type: Are you a beginner or a professional user?

For every use case, we have the right printer in stock – available for fast delivery and with or without a service contract, depending on your needs.