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  1. 3D Filament Glass Transition Temperatures

    • In chemistry, glass transition temperature (Tg) is the temperature at which a material undergoes a transition from a rigid, crystalline state into a glassy amorphous state. In other words, the glass transi… See more

    Difference Between Glass Transition- and Melting Temperature of A Filament?

    Curiously, Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) and Melting Temperature (Tm) are closely related physical properties but they are not the same thing at all, though both deal with a … See more

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    What Does A Higher Glass Transition Temperature Mean?

    A higher glass transition temperature (Tg) means a material takes longer to turn from a solid into a soft material when you heat it up. For example, if you apply heat to something … See more

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    What Happens to Filament When It Is Above Its Glass Transition temperature?

    A filament that is above its glass transition temperature (Tg) is in a thermodynamically unstable glassy state and it will exhibit all the properties of a liquid. You can refer back to the … See more

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    When Is A Higher Glass Transition Temperature Important?

    The glass transition temperature can provide approximate estimates about the temperature at which a 3D printed part will transition directly from a solid ‘printed’ useful obje… See more

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  1. Glass Transition Temperatures of PLA, PETG & ABS

    Apr 20, 2024 · Different materials go from hard to soft at different temperatures. Learn all about PETG, ABS, and PLA glass transition temperatures.

  2. Tips for 3D Printing on Glass: How to Do It

    Feb 27, 2020 · If you plan to print with extremely high-temperature filament such as PEEK or ULTEM, then you may need to get a tempered glass bed. Ceramic glass, the most popular brands of which is NeoCeram, actually isn’t glass – …

  3. PETG Filament for 3D Printing: Properties & Settings Guide

  4. 3D Printer Glass Beds: Why You Should Be Printing on …

    Sep 28, 2023 · But for most 3D printers, glass is the ultimate printing surface. In this guide, I’ll explain reasons why you should print on a glass bed, whether or not your printer can use one, where you can find one, and the differences …

  5. Ender 3 Glass Bed: Best Options & Temperature …

    In order to determine the best options and perfect temperature setting for the Ender 3 glass bed, there are three basic factors of Ender 3* component adhesion that you have to internalize. These factors include the surface, the …

  6. Ideal PLA Bed and Nozzle Temperature Guidelines

    Jan 15, 2024 · Achieving the right bed temperature is a critical factor in the successful 3D Printing of PLA. The bed temperature directly impacts the initial layers of the print, influencing adhesion and minimizing the risk of warping.

  7. Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) - polySpectra

  8. PETG Glass Transition Temperature: All You Need To Know

  9. 7 Reasons Why You Should 3D Print on Glass Bed

    Apr 22, 2017 · Ever wanted to 3D print on a glass bed? Here are 7 reasons why we think it's a good idea. 3D Printing on glass is an easy and relatively low-cost upgrade for your FDM style 3D printer.