A Filament Extruder is a crucial tool in 3D printing, especially when creating custom filaments or recycling plastic waste. Its primary function is to melt and mix thermoplastic materials, which are then extruded into thin strands or filaments. These filaments serve as the raw material for 3D printers, allowing users to experiment with different materials, colors, and properties to create high-quality prints.

At 3devo, we offer advanced Filament Extruders designed to empower innovators by enabling them to produce their own filaments, whether it's for testing new material blends or recycling plastic waste into usable filament. Our Extruders are compact, user-friendly, and perfect for both experimentation and small-scale production. If you're interested in exploring how a filament extruder can enhance your 3D printing projects, check out our 3devo Filament Extruders.

With the Filament Maker ONE and Filament Maker TWO from 3devo, you can use a wide variety of materials to create custom filaments tailored to your specific 3D printing needs. These extruders are compatible with common thermoplastics such as PLA, ABS, and PETG, making them versatile tools for general 3D printing applications. If you're deciding between PLA and ABS, you might find our ABS vs PLA Filament: A Comprehensive Guide helpful.

In addition to these standard materials, our filament extruders can also process more specialized polymers like PEEK, known for its high-performance characteristics, and TPU, a flexible material ideal for prints requiring elasticity. This flexibility allows you to experiment with different properties in your prints, such as strength, flexibility, and temperature resistance. If you're interested in learning how to fine-tune your settings for these materials, check out our guides on How to Make PEEK Filament and Guide to TPU Plastic.

Moreover, our filament extruders are designed to accommodate various additives, including colorants, fillers, and plasticizers. Adding colorants allows you to create custom-colored filaments, while fillers can enhance properties like strength or conductivity. Plasticizers can be added to improve the flexibility of the filament, making it ideal for producing more pliable prints. For more information on how colorants work, our Plastic Pigments - The Complete Guide on How Colorants Work offers a deep dive into the subject.

Whether you’re developing new materials or recycling plastic waste, the Filament Maker ONE and Filament Maker TWO provide the versatility and precision needed to bring your innovations to life. If you're ready to explore the possibilities, learn more about our Filament Extruders here, and discover the wide range of materials you can use by visiting our Polymer Pyramid.

The Filament Maker ONE and Filament Maker TWO from 3devo are both designed to produce high-quality 3D printing filaments but differ in their features to cater to varying needs.

Filament Maker ONE:

The Original Extruder is versatile and reliable, ideal for education, research, and small-scale production. It handles a wide range of materials, including PLA, ABS, PETG, and even advanced polymers like PEEK. It’s perfect for users who need consistent filament quality across various materials.

You can see a detailed comparison between the two models on our Compare Products page.

Filament Maker TWO:

The New High Tech Extruder offers significant upgrades, making it ideal for high-precision and high-throughput projects. Key features include an advanced cooling system, more powerful temperature control, and a state-of-the-art optical sensor for real-time filament diameter monitoring with five times more accuracy than its predecessor. It also features an intuitive touchscreen interface and enhanced data monitoring, making it a robust tool for research and innovation. Learn more about its capabilities on the Filament Maker TWO Fusion & HighFlow page and in our blog post on Filament Extrusion Redefined.

To maintain consistent filament quality, it’s essential to keep the extruder settings optimized, such as the temperature, feed rate, and cooling. Regular maintenance, including cleaning the extruder and replacing worn components, also plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality output.

Yes, our Desktop Filament Extruders are capable of recycling plastic waste into new filament. By integrating the GP20 Shredder into your setup, you can first shred the plastic waste into smaller pieces and then use one of our filament extruders to produce high-quality filament. This combination provides a complete recycling solution, making it an environmentally friendly option for sustainable production practices.

Yes, 3devo offers flexible purchasing and leasing options for our extruders. Whether you prefer long-term ownership or the flexibility of leasing, we have options to suit your needs. Leasing allows access to the latest technology with the ability to switch to purchasing at any time, and we also offer a two-month refundable trial phase to ensure you're satisfied with your equipment before committing. For more details, visit our Pricing page.

To further support your projects, we offer various Validation Services, including material testing and expert consultations, helping you get the most out of your investment.