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Steel PLA filament is as easy to print as Standard PLA , but because of the steel fibers blended with the plastic, prints are heavier and thus, more authentic . Finished steel 3D prints can be polished and doctored to create beautiful and unique pieces. Unpolished, the Stainless Steel filament looks like cast metal fresh from a mold. With just a little finishing and polishing, however, you can easily create any look like you desire. 3D Printing Steel is perfect for printing jewleryjewelry, props, costumes, figurines, and robots. Since it is so easy to print with, it is great not only for hobbyists, but serious designers as well.

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Some interesting facts about Stainless Steel PLA:

  • Stainless Steel PLA is a PLA based filament that has finely grounded stainless-steel particles mixed in.

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  • Because of the high temperature gradient and speed rate of it’s solidification,Stainless Steel PLA  manufactured through 3D printing has a tendency to have more refined micro structures, turning results into higher mechanical properties.

  • Stainless Steel PLA is perfect material for costumes, models and figurines, props, and even jewelry.

 

3D PRINTING WITH STAINLESS STEEL PLA: TIPS AND TRICKS

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