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1. Is PETG or PLA stronger?
2. What is PETG best for?
3. Is PETG skin safe?
4. Is PETG safe to print indoors?
5. Is PETG safe to drink from?
6. Is PETG easy to sand?
7. How do I get PETG to stick?
8. Does PETG stick to PEI?
9. Is PLA better than pet?
10. Is it safe to drink from a 3D printed cup?
11. Is PETG safe for pets?
12. Is PETG microwave safe?
13. Will PETG melt in the sun?
14. Does PETG filament smell?
15. Are PLA fumes toxic?

Is PETG or PLA stronger?

For example, PETG is stronger than PLA (though weaker than ABS) and more flexible than ABS (though less flexible than PLA). This, understandably, makes it a popular material as the short-comings of both materials are lessened within PETG.

What is PETG best for?

PETG is the perfect filament to combine strength and ductility, which is why it's used in so many mechanical parts and robotics. It has great chemical resistance with good water, acidic and alkalic resistance. PETG is also makes a great material for artistic prints like bracelet, rings, collars etc..

Is PETG skin safe?

PETG is food safe. Each manufacturer is required to get separate FDA approval, and some brands are approved by the FDA as a food safe filament.

Is PETG safe to print indoors?

On the contrary, PETG is safer than other 3D printing filaments, such as ABS. The fumes are not toxic, but it's always best to ventilate your printing room properly. There are some carbon emissions from the fumes when printing with PETG, but experts have concluded that they pose no significant health risks.

Is PETG safe to drink from?

In general, PETG is a food-safe plastic that's commonly used for food containers and bottles for liquid beverages. Like acrylic and many other thermoplastics, PETG is fully recyclable. ... PETG's damage resistance is far higher than that of acrylic, to the point that it rivals the impact resistance of polycarbonate.

Is PETG easy to sand?

It's a self-leveling epoxy resin which means it will flow and cover the part and won't show brush strokes. It sands really easily and gives your parts a glossy finish right off the bat if you don't intend on sanding it further.

How do I get PETG to stick?

For the best chance of success, you will want to make sure you have a heated bed set to 65°C. Some PETG is more warp-prone than others, so higher temperatures may be required to give them enough adhesion to the bed. If you're having difficulty, bump the temperature up by 5°C at a time until adhesion improves.

Does PETG stick to PEI?

RE: PETG not sticking to PEI bed

Their print residues are mutually incompatible and not removable with just alcohol.

Is PLA better than pet?

The production of Ingeo™ bioplastic emits 75% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional plastic. PLA bioplastic will completely biodegrade within 120 days in a commercial compost facility. ... The production of PET produces 75% more C02 than Ingeo™ bioplastic.

Is it safe to drink from a 3D printed cup?

Choose the right material for the object being printed. Using PLA for your coffee cup may be food safe, but the plastic is too soft for hot drinks and could melt in a dishwasher. ABS might make a stronger choice for the cup, but it's not certified food safe and has chemicals that are potentially toxic to ingest.

Is PETG safe for pets?

3D printers are indeed safe for aquariums as long as you are using materials such as PLA, Nylon, ABS & PETG. You definitely don't want to use a filament which dissolves in water like HIPS.

Is PETG microwave safe?

Is PETG Microwave Safe? PETG is transparent to microwaves and has a high enough heat-resistance to sufficiently deal with microwave applications. PETP is the normal plastic within the group that is used for bottles and injection molding, but PETG still holds up very well.

Will PETG melt in the sun?

PETG 3D printer filaments have a melting point of about 260°C. ... In the long run, PETG can offer better results in the direct sun as it has the ability to withstand UV radiation much better as compared to other filaments such as PLA and ABS. PETG can be used for various applications and can be kept in the car as well.

Does PETG filament smell?

PETG in its natural state (without colorants) allows around 90% of the light to pass through, making it suitable for printing transparent or translucent parts. Odorless printing. Unlike ABS and similar to PLA (which smells when printed but is not a strong or unpleasant odor) PETG does not produce odor when printed.

Are PLA fumes toxic?

PLA Filament Fumes

PLA is the safest material to use in your 3D Printer. It is made from entirely natural substances such as maize and sugarcane. ... When it is heated, PLA gives off a non-toxic chemical called Lactide. A lot of people say, if you're using PLA, you shouldn't worry about breathing in the fumes.