Filament suggestions for outdoor use, that doesn't need a heated print enclosure?
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2022 5:14 pm
Hi. So far I have only used PLA on my M2. Can anyone recommend a good filament that maintains its strength in high heat outdoors (direct sunlight, hot climate) that doesn't need a heated enclosure to print? I occasionally need to print items intended for outdoor use and it can get extremely hot where I live.
I thought I had my mind made up on Polymax PC or Prusament PC Blend, until I learned that a heated enclosure is more or less necessary for proper layer adhesion and strength. I've also read that PETG is only marginally better at heat resistance than PLA.
I mainly just print little things for around the house, and I don't have a workshop or even a dedicated space for my printer at the moment, so an enclosure is out of the question for the time being. And I don't think Makergear offers a premade kit enclosure or anything either, which is unfortunate.
Something easy to work with like PLA, but with better heat resistance would be ideal. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks!
I thought I had my mind made up on Polymax PC or Prusament PC Blend, until I learned that a heated enclosure is more or less necessary for proper layer adhesion and strength. I've also read that PETG is only marginally better at heat resistance than PLA.
I mainly just print little things for around the house, and I don't have a workshop or even a dedicated space for my printer at the moment, so an enclosure is out of the question for the time being. And I don't think Makergear offers a premade kit enclosure or anything either, which is unfortunate.
Something easy to work with like PLA, but with better heat resistance would be ideal. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks!