Videos tagged with PETG

Hoffman Tactical provides an in-depth analysis of carbon fiber (CF) PETG filament for 3D printing, comparing its strength and properties to standard PETG and PLA. The expert assessment highlights that while CF PETG offers increased stiffness and a 25% tensile strength improvement horizontally, it also becomes more brittle. For applications like firearm lower receivers, the recommendation leans towards non-filled plastics such as PLA+ or 3D870 PLA due to their better balance of strength, durability, and heat resistance. Printing with CF filament necessitates a hardened steel nozzle.

This YouTube video compares the tensile strength of four common 3D printing filaments: PLA, PETG, ABS, and a Polycarbonate blend. Using a new tensile tester, the video aims to definitively determine which material is the strongest. The description highlights that the results are 'interesting,' suggesting a potential surprise or deviation from common assumptions about these materials.

This YouTube video explores a fundamental question in 3D printing: 'Infill Vs. Perimeters. Which Is Stronger?'. The title and description indicate a comparative analysis of the structural integrity provided by infill patterns versus the outer walls (perimeters) of 3D printed objects. The creator plans to release another video on this subject, suggesting this might be an introductory or part-one installment. The focus is on material science within 3D printing, aiming to determine which component contributes more to overall part strength.