4Additive is the new blog dedicated to additive manufacturing: content in Italian, English, German, French, and Spanish for makers and professionals. And if you use 3D printing, your story deserves to be told.
Case study dedicated to True Iconic Design, an Etsy shop specializing in designer home décor accessories. Discover the innovative production process that delivers flawless surfaces on 3D prints while completely eliminating sanding, thanks to the strategic use of 3DBooster products for premium finishes suited to contemporary interior design.
This comprehensive guide analyzes the three main types of engineering PETG available in our catalog: PETG-CF-HT reinforced with carbon fiber for high mechanical strength, PETG-PTFE with anti-friction properties for moving parts, and self-extinguishing PETG-V0 certified UL94 V0 for safety applications. The article provides a detailed comparison of technical characteristics, application areas, and selection criteria to help users choose the material best suited to their professional 3D printing needs.
This article explores the geometric limitations of CNC machining compared to additive 3D printing, highlighting the impossible geometries to achieve with subtractive technologies and the unique advantages of additive manufacturing for complex structures.
The SP4 CF15 filament is a technopolymer material reinforced with 15% carbon fiber that offers exceptional dimensional stability and heat resistance up to 180°C. Ideal for functional prototypes and structural components, it ensures precise prints even on minute details thanks to excellent layer adhesion. Compatible with open and closed printers, it requires prior drying and optimized printing parameters.
This article compares the use of hair spray with the specific 3Dbooster Lock adhesive for 3D printing, highlighting the advantages of the professional solution in terms of safety, ease of use, and quality results.
Practical and complete guide on routine and extraordinary maintenance of the 3D printer, with a focus on products available in the catalog such as 3DBooster Fineclean for cleaning mechanical parts and the print bed.
This in-depth guide explains how to use 3D printing to create custom tooling in manufacturing. By leveraging specific technical materials such as carbon-fiber-reinforced polyamide, self-lubricating PETG and Kevlar-reinforced nylon PA12, you can produce custom supports, stops, guides and parts that optimize machine jig & fixture workflows. The article analyzes benefits, real-world applications and best practices for successfully implementing the technology.
TL;DR: Why PA12 Carbon Kevlar Is the Ultimate Material for Your Most Demanding 3D Applications If you are looking for a material that combines extreme strength, uncompromising lightness and application versatility, PA12 Carbon Kevlar is the answer you have been…
This in-depth guide covers 3D printing adhesives, explaining how to improve build-plate adhesion and prevent issues such as warping and detachment. 3Dbooster Lock is presented as an effective solution for a wide range of filaments and build surfaces.
