BigRep has a diverse material portfolio, comprising filaments optimized for its large-format 3D printers. The filaments are engineered to meet a variety of needs, whether you’re looking for a low-cost prototyping material like PLA, or an engineering-grade thermoplastic that can withstand more rugged use like HI-TEMP CF. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at one of BigRep’s most popular materials, Pro HT.
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BigRep has a diverse material portfolio, comprising filaments optimized for its large-format 3D printers. The filaments are engineered to meet a variety of needs, whether you’re looking for a low-cost prototyping material like PLA, or an engineering-grade thermoplastic that can withstand more rugged use like HI-TEMP CF. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at one of BigRep’s most popular materials, Pro HT.
In this article we’re covering all you need to know about BigRep PLA, an easy-to-use filament that has been engineered to address the specific conditions and challenges of large-scale 3D printing. We’ll be looking at the material’s benefits, material properties, best practices, application areas, and more.
Either when you are buying a printer or using a platform, strong customer service is integral to the broader success of your 3D printing project.
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A deep dive into the physics, properties, and practical applications of 3D printing filaments, from everyday polylactic acid to performance composites.
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This guide explores how to leverage infill to balance structural integrity with efficiency, ensuring your 3D prints meet specific performance needs while minimizing waste and production time.
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BigRep has a diverse material portfolio, comprising filaments optimized for its large-format 3D printers. The filaments are engineered to meet a variety of needs, whether you’re looking for a low-cost prototyping material like PLA, or an engineering-grade thermoplastic that can withstand more rugged use like HI-TEMP CF. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at one of BigRep’s most popular materials, Pro HT.
In this article we’re covering all you need to know about BigRep PLA, an easy-to-use filament that has been engineered to address the specific conditions and challenges of large-scale 3D printing. We’ll be looking at the material’s benefits, material properties, best practices, application areas, and more.
Either when you are buying a printer or using a platform, strong customer service is integral to the broader success of your 3D printing project.
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StructCode, developed by MIT CSAIL researchers, encodes machine-readable data in laser-cut objects by modifying their fabrication features.
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Manufacturing Futures Institute funds a biomanufacturing research project that could revolutionize microchip production for use in medical devices and engineered tissue.
SLS 3D Printing: An Eco-Friendly 3D manufacturing solution that reduces waste and energy use while enabling on-demand production and quick customization
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Known for its continuous 3D structure, the gyroid infill pattern is among the best for its strength-to-density ratio. The infill pattern is also highly rated for print speed. Let’s take a look at why that is.
Are you looking to cut costs for your injection molding parts without compromising on quality and functionality? While injection molding process may seem costly compared to CNC machining and 3D printing, there are opportunities to optimize the part and achieve significant cost savings. Here are 6 injection molding design considerations to save you money.
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Introducing the third article in a new series. 3D printing is helping to usher the trillion-dollar packaging industry into the future.
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