Recommended filaments/settings for Trident/V1.8

[happylittlePCBs]

Hey Folks!

Other than ABS, what materials seem to work best on your machine? I've tried PLA with wild swings in quality depending on brand, and PETG which is seems to be generally mediocre BUT doesn't fail as option

From my observations:

• Inland PLA: Generally good print quality, but warps on bigger parts (220 70)
• Inland PETG: Arguably the best I've seen from PETG, some light stringing, nothing too bad though (235 80)
• Overture PETG: Slightly worse than Inland, horribly wound, bed adhesion issues (235 80)
• Jessie PLA: Just trying now for the first time, but EXTREME warping at overhangs (210 70)
• Jessie PETG: Prints awful, will consistently clog nozzle, significant warping (245 80)
• Inland ABS: wonderful when it sticks to the bed, still kinda fussy (245 90)

I guess my question is: have YOU used these filaments with no problem? If so what settings? Are there better options for PLA or PETG that might work even better?

Machine specs for us nerds:

• Voron V1.8 with original Afterburner
• Dragon hotend
• 12VDC bed with Energetic textured build plate (will eventually replace with Mandala plate)
• Duet2 Maestro
• Cura 4.10

Any obvious red flags on the setup would also be helpful. There's obviously a lot of variables at play here but any advice would be helpful

Thanks!

[5twenty]

     

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Edited December 23, 2024 by 5twenty

[Penatr8tor]

In the past, I've generally stuck with the high-end to medium priced filaments running under the assumption that you get what you pay for. Lately I've been adding a few of the more cost effective brands.

The better brands I use are...

Prusament (ASA, PLA), Polymaker (ASA, PLA, TPU), Hatchbox (PLA)

I don't really need to review these brands as I've had good results with everything they make.

The lesser brands I've tried...

Overture (PLA, ABS). I really like this brand. Everything I've tried from them works just as well as any of the higher brands.

Sunlu (PLA) Prints fine, no complaints.

Amolen (Silk PLA) You need to pay attention to the speed and temp that you print but, you can print with it.

Eryone (PLA) the roll I tried was red/blue co-extruded and this filament was clog city. I tried a number of times thinking I'd finally be able to score a win but, nope... never happened. Tossed it in the bin.

 

[PFarm]

For anyone in Canada give Matter3D filament a try I've tried their with great results:

• Performance ABS in various colours - print at 240C 105C with hairspray great adhesion and awesome print quality
• Performance ABS Carbon Fiber - same as above
• Going to try their PLA once I've used up my Esun PLA spools
• They'll be coming out with ASA in various colours

https://www.matter3d.com/

Esun:

• Esun ABS
• Esun ASA
• Esun PLA

Polymaker:

• Polymaker ASA
• Polymaker PLA LW - this is a little tricky one to setup and print

Edited December 4, 2023 by PFarm

[netzwerg]

I usually only buy Esun filaments, since they are relatively cheap in Europe and usually good quality.

Esun PLA+

Esun ABS

Esun PA-CF

all print fine.

For ASA materials, I usually go with Extrudr Durapro ASA.

For really strong technical prints Polymaker PA6-CF.

 

This is Esun PA-CF after really good drying, really good stuff for 45€ per kg:

Edited February 5, 2024 by netzwerg

[PFarm]

My next project requires parts printed with PETG filament. I've never printed PETG I have a Trident and V2 available any tips on settings and tuning would be appreciated. I use Orca slicer. 

[mvdveer]

2 hours ago, PFarm said:

My next project requires parts printed with PETG filament. I've never printed PETG I have a Trident and V2 available any tips on settings and tuning would be appreciated. I use Orca slicer. 

In my experience, LESS SQUISH. Increase you Z-offfset, but do this in Orca slicer in your PETG filament profile. Otherwise not much difference in printing.

[claudermilk]

Make sure your filament is dry. PETG loves sucking up water.

[Penatr8tor]

2 hours ago, claudermilk said:

Make sure your filament is dry. PETG loves sucking up water.

Probably the best advice yet on PETG. 

And since this is a filament thread...

This is my #1 goto filament dryer.

Yep, it's pricey... Yup, it works!

Amazon listing

[PFarm]

1 hour ago, Penatr8tor said:

Probably the best advice yet on PETG. 

And since this is a filament thread...

This is my #1 goto filament dryer.

Yep, it's pricey... Yup, it works!

Amazon listing

Nice! I've found that drying ABS filament before printing is worth it. With dry filament, there is no oozing out of the nozzle. My go-to dryer is Sunlu S2.

[Penatr8tor]

7 minutes ago, PFarm said:

My go-to dryer is Sunlu S2.

I have a Sunlu S2 also. I think it's one of the better ones with sub 60c temps and no fan or rotisserie. 

[claudermilk]

Even PLA sucks up moisture eventually. I use the Sunlu dryer and while it's also pricey, it works. If you think the filament may be wet, just throw it in and print tomorrow.

[Penatr8tor]

2 hours ago, claudermilk said:

I use the Sunlu dryer and while it's also pricey, it works.

Which SUNLU are you using?

Is it the big one?

Amazon.com: 2024 SUNLU Official Filament Dryer Box S4,Four-Spool 3D Printer Dehydrator with Rapid Heating, Auto Humidity Control, and Advanced Triple Fan Upgrade,Compatible with PLA,PETG,ABS,TPU,PA

[PFarm]

1 hour ago, Penatr8tor said:

Which SUNLU are you using?

Is it the big one?

Amazon.com: 2024 SUNLU Official Filament Dryer Box S4,Four-Spool 3D Printer Dehydrator with Rapid Heating, Auto Humidity Control, and Advanced Triple Fan Upgrade,Compatible with PLA,PETG,ABS,TPU,PA

4 spools aren't shipping till March.

[Penatr8tor]

10 minutes ago, PFarm said:

4 spools aren't shipping till March.

Must be Canada...

 

[claudermilk]

I'm using the S2 single spool. It's usually enough capacity for my needs.

[mvdveer]

Was using the Sunlu single spool heaters but due to space constraints (more printers ), I have moved to the dual filament dryers from SOVOL. Still have the singles form eSun if I want to dry out a roll of filament that has not been used for a while like the TPU roll. Another reason as that these feed through the top and is mounted below the printers, so less hassle with near empty spools , especially with cardboard reels. The eSun ones can feed through the top as well, but is more angled then these. I think they are designed to be on top of the printer.

                                  SOVOL                                                                                eSUN                                          

                     

[PFarm]

As I posted in my Voron V2 build I've received my Sunlu S4 dryer. It was a great buy @ $99 cnd there was a limited amount available for sale they're already out of stock no doubt at that price! I need to re-arrange some shelving for a better permanent home for this drier.