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3D printing technology FFF/FDM

FDM is the most commonly used 3D printing technology. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM).

3D printing technology FFF/FDM

FDM is the most commonly used 3D printing technology. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM).

How does it work?

The FFF/FDM (Fused Filament Fabrication / Fused Deposition Modeling) technology is one of the most commonly used 3D printing methods. It is popular for its simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and wide availability. FFF/FDM technology works by melting thermoplastic material, which is applied layer by layer on the print platform to create a three-dimensional object.

With FDM technology, the desired object is created by selectively applying and bonding molten material in layers along a predetermined path. The materials used are thermoplastic polymers in the form of filament.

Advantages

check check Low printing costs

check check Suitable for quick changes and iterations

check check Possibility of multicolor printing

check check Low waste compared to conventional methods

check check Possibility to print with biodegradable materials

Disadvantages

close Limited accuracy and print details

close Visible individual print layers

close Materials are limited to thermoplastics

Applications

check check Creation of inexpensive prototypes

check check Experimentation with new concepts

check check Use for education and hobby

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Materials for FFF/FDM printing

PLA

PLA (polylactide) is a thermoplastic polymer made from renewable resources. This feature sets it apart from other commonly used plastics. PLA is ideal for low-cost prototyping and functional parts under light loads.

Usage / Features

PLA is made from renewable resources, such as corn starch, making it biodegradable and environmentally friendly. It does not shrink significantly when cooling, leading to high dimensional accuracy and minimal risk of warping during printing.