What materials are available for high-speed 3D printing filament?
In the current 3D printing materials market, the main filament materials used for high-speed 3D printing include PLA, ABS, PC, and high-temperature nylon. The applicable speed of these materials varies depending on the printing equipment and process optimization. The most widely available diameter of current 3D printing filaments is 1.75mm, and this is largely dependent on the popularity of high-speed FDM 3D printers, which, in combination with their optimized material process packages, are able to significantly increase print speeds to more than 300mm per second, which is specifically optimized to support print speeds of up to 350mm per second with specialized equipment for rapid prototyping and mass production, a speed that This speed basically meets the majority of market demand.
So, what are the current common materials in the 3D printing market, and what are their printing speeds? Here's a comparison in table form:
| Material | Speed range | Features |
| PLA | 200-350mm/s | Easy to print, fast speed, environmentally friendly |
| ABS | 150-250mm/s | High heat resistance |
| PETG | 150-300mm/ | Combines strength and toughness |
| Nylon | 100-200mm/s | Industrial use |
| High temperature material | 100-150mm/s | Excellent performance |
| PLA+ | 300-500mm/s | Tougher than PLA, faster and more environmentally friendly. |
Note: The basic 3D materials are characterized by their printing speed, which is also supported by the nozzle diameter and cooling system in the 3D printer.
From the above table we see that, in addition to the special requirements of the industry, the materials suitable for use in the home, studio and schools and other teaching institutions in the applicable environment, only ABS, PETG, PLA, and PLA +, etc., and at present the PLA + material, due to its excellent overall performance, and has a fairly good environmental protection characteristics, has been increasingly favored by the 3D printing industry.
Who is the fastest 3D printing filament among the many brands?
In the current U.S. 3D printing filament market, there are many well-known brands, we have a few brands with high-speed printing for comparison, including examples of brands such as SUNLU, eSUN, Anycubic, Elegoo, and UJOYBIO, we use the data in the table below for comparison:
| Brand | Support Speed | Filament Series |
| SUNLU | 150-300mm/s | High Speed PLA |
| eSUN | 50-300mm/s | PLA-HS |
| Anycubic | 40-250mm/s | PLA High Speed |
| Elegoo | 250mm/s | RAPID PLA Plus |
| UJOYBIO | 300-500mm/s | Hyper PLA plus |
Note: The above data comes from the brand's official website product description, the common temperature of 3D printing is 195-230°C.
Data from the above table can show that each brand basically has a high-speed printing system filament, and the current temperature of conventional 3D printers are generally in the 195-230 ° C, the current mainstream PLA and PLA + material for the best printing temperature of 195-230 ° C between the filament between these temperature differences, to meet the printer's performance characteristics, but also the fastest printing speed to complete the 3D model finished product, does not affect the quality of the finished product, each brand has a certain advantage.
Therefore, if you have 3D high-speed printing needs requirements, in addition to the above table to choose the right material, in the 3D printer, may be based on the characteristics of the material, the printer specifications need to be a special match, in order to achieve high-speed printing experience.
How will high-speed printing affect 3D printing?
High-speed printing is a very important factor for the 3D printing industry, which will bring significant impact to the 3D printing field, with the following aspects:
1. Increased productivity
High-speed printing filament can significantly increase the printing speed, usually up to 200-350 millimeters per second, and individual polymer particulate material filament can reach 500mm/s, such as UJOYBIO3D's Hyper PLA Plus series. This increase in speed makes 3D printing more competitive in manufacturing prototypes, mass production and mass customization. Especially in industrial grade applications, this increased efficiency is very important to significantly shorten the production cycle and meet the needs of rapid prototyping and production lines.
2. Cost reduction
Because high speed printing reduces print time and machine idle time, companies are able to complete more print jobs at a lower cost, increasing productivity. Although high speed filaments may be slightly more expensive, they can provide cost savings due to shorter production cycles.
3. Improved surface quality and detail
Some high-speed printing filaments are able to maintain high surface quality and detail accuracy at high speeds by optimizing the thermal conductivity and flow of the material. This makes the surface of the printed model still smooth and clear in details even when printing at high speed. For example, UJOYBIO3D's Hyper PLA plus filament series, the surface of the finished product is still very smooth and delicate under the high speed 300mm/s printing speed.
Therefore, it is summarized from the above aspects that high-speed printing filament can promote a more effective and wide application of 3D printing technology, especially in the industrial field, which brings higher productivity and cost-effectiveness.
What should I pay attention to when using high-speed printing filament?
When choosing the right high-speed printing filament, you need to consider the balance of material properties, equipment requirements and print quality. Ensure that the printer is capable of supporting high-speed printing and select a compatible material for the best results.
1. Material Characteristics
High-speed printing filaments are usually optimized for specific print speeds and temperature ranges, generally in the 200-230° range for high-speed printing, to ensure that the selection is compatible with the printer and printhead. This is because some materials may require specific nozzle sizes, heated bed temperatures, or special cooling systems to maintain stability during high-speed printing.
2. Thermal properties and cooling requirements
High-speed printing materials often require good thermal conductivity and cooling capabilities to prevent overheating, warping, or adhesion problems. When selecting materials, consider their melting and curing speeds and make sure your 3D printer is equipped with a sufficiently efficient cooling system.
3. Outgoing filament flow and control
In high-speed printing, filament usually needs to have stable fluidity to ensure uniform and smooth filament out at high speeds. Choosing filament with better fluidity can ensure that the printing process will not be clogged or result in pulling of the finished product to affect the finished quality of the model.
4. Printing accuracy and detail
Although high-speed printing can improve efficiency, but sometimes high speed may affect the printing accuracy and surface quality. When selecting materials suitable for high-speed printing, it is important to weigh the speed and print quality. For example, high-speed PLA filament is often used for rapid prototyping, but in some cases it may sacrifice fineness and surface smoothness.
5. Printer settings and optimization
High-speed printing is not only dependent on the choice of high-speed materials, but also requires proper printer setup optimization and nozzle part matching. For example, adjusting print temperature, layer height, print speed, etc., to ensure that the printer can support high-speed operation without sacrificing print quality.
High-speed printing filament selection
High-speed filament has a very important impact on the current 3D printing market, which greatly improves the productivity and quality of 3D printing, and is a major feature of the current development and progress of the 3D printing industry. With the continuous development of the 3D industry, there will be even faster printing filaments in high-speed printing technology in the future.
UJOYBIO3D's high-speed printing filaments (e.g. Hyper PLA+ series) support printing speeds of up to 300-500mm/s, which far exceeds that of conventional PLA (~60mm/s). These filaments ensure consistent print quality even at high printing speeds through improved interlayer bonding properties and excellent impact strength. In addition, the material's low shrinkage and low warpage properties make it ideal for applications requiring high speed and durability, and its focus on environmental protection and low emissions during production makes it the best choice for high-speed PLA+ filaments available today.
