Different types of filaments
There are currently three main groups of filaments supported in the Manu Easy 3D Printer:
- PLA
- Polypropylene
- Thermoplastic Urethanes
- PETG
The extruder design makes fiber reinforced special filaments work really well in the printer. The usage of plastic build plates makes sure that there are no first layer issues with the right combination of plate material and the filament, even with the most difficult-to-print materials.
Top facts about the Manu Easy 3D Printer
- The first layer relies on an accurate co-polymerization reaction between the filament and the bed. Accurately adjusted first layer temperature makes the part stick just the right amount.
- There is no need for tape or glue while printing, and the print repeats always the same way without extra hassle.
- There is no heated bed, and because of this, there is a very minimum amount of fine particles created in the printing process in the air.
Selecting the right combination of material, build plate & nozzle
| Name | Build plate | Nozzle | Feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLA | ● XPLA ● EPLA ● Textura (Wood fiber) |
Acrylic (PMMA) | Brass | Rigid easy to print plastic. Made from bio-based products and eco-friendly. |
| Thermoplastic Urethanes | ● TPU-95 ● TPU-85 ● TPU-55 ● Easyflex |
Acrylic (PMMA) | Brass | Most flexible material which is a common urethane rubber. |
| Polypropylene | ● OBC PE ● PP |
(PP) Polypropylene | Brass | Soft flexible material which is very durable. |
| PETG | ● PET ● PETG |
(PC) Polycarbonate | Brass | Stiff and very durable plastic. |
| Carbon Fiber | ● RIGID X [CF-reinforced PETG] |
(PC) Polycarbonate | Stainless steel | Excellent chemical, heat, and UV-resistance of regular PETG with the strength and stiffness of carbon fibers. |
| Glass Fiber | ● Xstrand PP-GF30 | (PP) Polypropylene | Stainless steel | Highly resistant 3D polypropylene prints of functional prototypes and demanding industrial applications. |
Recognizing build plate
| Name | Build plate | Sanding | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLA | ● XPLA ● EPLA ● Textura (Wood fiber) |
Acrylic (PMMA) | One dot | Machine sanding 120 Hand sanding 240 |
| Thermoplastic Urethanes | ● TPU-95 ● TPU-85 ● TPU-55 |
Acrylic (PMMA) | One dot | Machine sanding 120 Hand sanding 240 |
| Polypropylene | ● OBC PE ● PP (PP) Polypropylene |
Brass | Three dots | Hand sanding 240 Machine sanding 320 |
| PETG | ● PET ● PETG (PC) Polycarbonate |
Brass | Two dots | Machine sanding 120 |
| Carbon Fiber | ● RIGID X [CF-reinforced PETG] (PC) Polycarbonate |
Stainless steel | Two dots | Machine sanding 120 |
| Glass Fiber | ● Xstrand PP-GF30 (PP) Polypropylene | Stainless steel | Three dots | Machine sanding 120 |
| Nylon | ● Adura Nylon | Four dots |