All about PETG filaments

What is PETG filament?

Main properties of PETG filament:

Very strong User friendly Light flexible Print temperature: 230-250°C Water repellent Naturally transparent

PETG filament has versatile 3D printing options, you can print objects in any desired shape. At the right temperature, the filament becomes like liquid. This allows you to print with PETG filament just as fast as with PLA filament. In addition, PETG filament is odourless during printing, so you will not be bothered by unpleasant odours. Compared to other filament types, PETG is just as user-friendly to print with as PLA and stronger than ABS.

PETG filament is a suitable material for strong and water-repellent 3D prints. The material PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) is known for the transparent returnable bottles (PET bottles) and is fully recyclable.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of PETG filament?

	Advantages PETG filament		Disadvantages PETG filament
	Does not absorb water		Less suitable for bridge structures
	Odourless		Chance of stringing
	Does not break under pressure		Prone to wear
	Minimal warping		Slightly heavier than standard filament (higher density)
	Good adhesion to the print bed		Print temperature is higher than with PLA
	No heated bed required
	Recyclable

Tips for printing with PETG filament:

• PETG is very fluid when it reaches the right printing temperature, allowing high-speed printing.

• The printing temperature of PETG is between 230°C and 250°C. The higher the temperature, the more shine the object gets.

• PETG is very suitable for use as a raft. Due to the glossy surface, the part separates easily from the PETG raft.

• When you turn off the fan while printing the first layers, you decrease the chance of warping (warping of the filament).

• PETG adheres optimally to a print sticker or 3DLAC.
• Order a PETG filament sample package to get acquainted with this filament.   

PETG filament in many colours: 

• PETG filament: 1.75mm / 2.85mm
• Transparent PETG filament: 1.75mm / 2.85mm