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Preferred Filament Types? - Matthew - 01-19-2025
There are different filament types out there and it can be daunting trying to figure out what type of filament to use for what project. For instance, do I need the strength of PETG because I'm making a fidget toy with a moveable piece? Will PLA suffice since the vase is strictly decorative? Do I want PETG for this vase because of the translucence tendencies? Do I want to make a pair of Crocs that need a bit of flex so I will need TPU?
Waylinl posted this article on some suggestions for which filament to use with each filament type - https://qidi3d.com/blogs/news/3d-printer-filament-types-complete-guide
What types of filament do you prefer to use and why? Is the above article accurate for your personal uses?