From d241cd84a282182e594df9e98e05f84d5c5fd9db Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: zleyyij Date: Tue, 6 May 2025 12:31:40 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] vault backup: 2025-05-06 12:31:39 --- notes/3D printing/Filament.md | 9 +++++++-- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/notes/3D printing/Filament.md b/notes/3D printing/Filament.md index 678eef4..27f33b0 100644 --- a/notes/3D printing/Filament.md +++ b/notes/3D printing/Filament.md @@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ PCL has an extremely low melting point, printing at just 100 Celsius. The meltin It has a warm waxy consistency that no adhesive will stick to. -# PETG/PET-G (Polyethylene terephthalate glycol) +# PETG/PET-G (Polyethylene terephthalate-glycol) | Pros | Cons | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | @@ -57,4 +57,9 @@ Carbon fiber stabilizes molten filament, and given that PETG struggles with over The combination of matte carbon fiber with shiny polyester tends to create a very unique, aesthetically pleasing finish. -# PCTG \ No newline at end of file +# PCTG (Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Pthalate-glycol) +PCTG is a newer, better, alternative to PETG. + +| Pros | Cons | +| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +| - Higher toughness
- Lower water retension
- Very little warping or sagging
- Almost perfect layer adhesion | - Supports are difficult to remove
- Expensive
- Not widely available | \ No newline at end of file