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Wood filament suggestions?

Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2016 4:52 pm
by AlanZ
I want to experiment with some wood based filament, and incorporate it with some woodturning projects.

Does anyone have experience with wood filaments and can recommend some and a source with inventory? I am referring to filament that actually contains wood, not those that just look or accept finish like wood.

Thanks in advance.

Re: Wood filament suggestions?

Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2016 6:29 pm
by IMBoring25
Laywoo-D3 is available from a number of sources. MatterHackers offers it, either from their own web store or through Amazon, for the same price.

Be aware, it is quite abrasive. Hardened nozzles are highly recommended.

Re: Wood filament suggestions?

Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2016 12:43 am
by 626Pilot
It's going to string like hell from all the wood fibers. Prints with lots of retracts will require sanding. I suppose the sort of person who prints with wood is prepared to do sanding anyway. I was thinking about using a vibratory polisher (like they use to polish spent shells) but couldn't find any large enough for the right price.