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Knowledge base

Everything about filament, in one place.

24 guides to 3D printing and filament — material overviews, comparisons, print settings and troubleshooting. Written by us, the people who pack the spools, not by an agency.

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Featured Guide

What does 3D printing cost? Calculate it yourself

A typical print costs 4–17 kr. Filament is almost the whole cost, and electricity is only a tenth of it — here is how to work out the price for your own model.

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Getting started

Just unpacked your printer? Start here.

2 guides

Materials

What each plastic actually is, what it can withstand and what it suits.

6 guides
3DBenchy in PLA

What is PLA? Properties, temperature and uses

The easiest and most widely used filament, perfect for beginners and everyday projects.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
3D-printad genomskinlig vas i PETG

What is PETG? Properties, temperature and uses

Properties, temperatures, advantages and when to choose PETG over PLA.

2026-06-02 Read the guide →
Building blocks in ABS

What is ABS? Properties, temperatures and uses

Tough, heat-resistant filament for functional parts. How to print it without warping.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
Sunglasses in ASA

What is ASA? UV-resistant material for outdoor use

Similar to ABS but withstands UV and weather better. The right choice for anything that lives outdoors.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
Phone case in TPU

What is TPU? Properties, Shore 95A and printing tips

Flexible and rubber-like, for cases, seals and shock-absorbing parts.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
Gear in Nylon

Nylon PA6-CF: 170 MPa for technical parts

Carbon fibre reinforced, extremely strong and stiff — for demanding mechanical parts.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →

Comparisons

Two materials side by side, with a clear answer at the end.

4 guides

Printing guides

Temperatures, speeds and settings for each material — with a difficulty rating from 1 to 5.

6 guides
PLA Difficulty 1 of 5

How to print PLA: settings and tips for beginners

The right temperatures, settings and the few things worth keeping in mind.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
PETG Difficulty 3 of 5

How to print PETG: temperature, settings and tips

The right temperatures, a perfect first layer, drying and the most common problems.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
ABS Difficulty 4 of 5

How to print ABS: avoid warping and get strong parts

The right temperatures, how to create a stable environment and how to solve cracking and poor adhesion.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
ASA Difficulty 4 of 5

How to print ASA: weather-resistant parts without warping

ASA warps like ABS. Here are the temperatures and the environment that make the print stable.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
TPU Difficulty 3 of 5

How to print TPU: tips for soft, flexible filament

TPU wants to be printed slowly. Why a direct drive extruder helps and how to avoid buckling.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →
Nylon Difficulty 5 of 5

How to print Nylon (PA6-CF): drying & hardened nozzle

Gives extremely strong parts but requires dry filament and a hardened nozzle.

2026-06-08 Read the guide →

Troubleshooting

Four guides that cover most scrapped prints.

4 guides

News

What is happening at our end.

1 article

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