Something that we always like to emphasize in 3D printing is that if we are looking for perfect results, we must have a machine and settings that are as perfect and reliable as possible…
But apart from this, it is also essential to use quality filaments in perfect condition.
Taking advantage of the fact that our colleagues from AzureFilm sent us some samples of their new AzureFilm Prime range, and given that we always have queries on our social networks about what types of filaments we use for our machines, today we are going to show you this recent line of AzureFilm filaments.
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AzureFilm Prime
Lastly, the world of 3D printing has evolved a lot. Faster, more accurate, full-featured printers…
On the other hand, users are increasingly looking for more advanced and specific projects that, in addition to machines up to the task, need a key component so that everything goes as expected… the filament used.
AzureFilm is an important filament manufacturer that has always been committed to seeking constant improvements and innovation… proof of this is this Prime range.
This new range of Prime filaments from AzureFilm are designed for those makers who are looking for a high performance and quality PLA, ASA, ABS filament, as well as providing reliability and versatility.
AzureFilm has paid special attention to certain critical aspects for this new generation of Prime filaments:
Heat resistance
The AzureFilm Prime range has been designed to withstand high temperatures, so they are ideal for maintaining the integrity of our parts even in extreme conditions, offering great durability
Impact resistance
These filaments are designed to resist deformations, cracks or breakages due to impacts which will give our pieces great resistance being a perfect material to use in our most demanding projects in this aspect.
Less strain/shrinkage
Normally, especially when printing materials such as ASA/ABS, it is usually a problem during printing the deformation/contraction of the filament causing adhesion problems and ruining the prints.
The AzureFilm Prime range improves this aspect as well as providing dimensional accuracy to our parts.
Normally we usually print on this type of filaments (ASA/ABS) using skirts to improve adhesion, with AzureFilm Prime filaments we check that without this or in complex parts using skirts “ears” mode were enough to avoid the dreaded warping.
AzureFilm Prime, filament types
Of the AzureFilm Prime filaments we have tested, we found:
ASA Prime
ASA (acrylonitrile styrene acrylate) is a type of filament that for us is exceptional for its technical characteristics of durability, temperature tolerance, dimensional accuracy, as well as its use in outdoor conditions.
A type of filament that is an ideal choice for use in demanding applications and high durability in environments that are unfriendly to other filaments.
Printing recommendations:
– between 235-255ºC hotend temperature, depending on each printer, as always we advise you to perform a temperature test
– between 80-100ºC bed temperature, in this case we recommend using a printer with enclosure although ASA can be printed on open printers
– PEI surface as recommended for our bed
Straightening techniques:
ASA allows its smoothing using acetone, it is a process that must be taken with the greatest safety measures, it is advisable to briefly immerse the piece instead of using vapors.
Color Range:
Other ASA Prime Features and Properties:
ABS Prime
ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) shares similar characteristics to the aforementioned ASA.
Filaments such as ABS are usually perfect for their resistance to impact, temperature and adhesion between layers for the printing of objects that require long durability in complex environments.
This Prime series has considerably improved one of the negative points of this type of material, the smell generated during printing that together with the fact that we can print it (in certain situations) on printers without enclosure will allow us to use it more easily.
Printing recommendations:
– between 240-265ºC hotend temperature, depending on each printer, as always we advise you to perform a temperature test
– between 70-100ºC bed temperature, in this case we recommend using a printer with enclosure
– PEI surface as recommended for our bed
Straightening techniques:
ABS allows its smoothing using acetone, it is a process that must be taken with the greatest safety measures, it is advisable to briefly immerse the piece instead of using vapors.
Color Range:
Other ABS Prime Features and Properties:
PLA Prime
An easily printable filament like PLA but with great characteristics as we mentioned before regarding its resistance to heat, impact and shrinkage.
It is also designed for high performance with speeds of up to 300 mm/s, as long as your printer supports it clearly, maintaining that ease of printing and technical characteristics.
Printing recommendations:
– between 230-265ºC hotend temperature, depending on each printer, as always we advise you to perform a temperature test
– between 0-60ºC bed temperature
– PEI surface as recommended for our bed although we can use any
Color Range:
Other features and properties PLA Prime:
User Experience
Actually, all of the above is great at the marketing level, but the important thing is the real final result in our daily use.
For our tests we have carried out tests on both machines with enclosures such as the QIDI Q1, the Creality K1, Bambu X1C or Flsun S1… as well as in machines without enclosure such as the Creality Ender 3 V3 or the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo.
The result, especially with ASA and ABS, has been sensational, where apart from the quality of these new AzureFilm filaments we have found a filament with excellent adhesion both to the build platform and between layers.
We have left the PLA for last, since in our case we have had different experiences depending on the machine.
For example, while on the QIDI Q1 Pro it behaved very well, on the Flsun S1 we initially had no problems until we had a jam and left the machine in the dry dock…
We would like to clarify that in this case we do not blame the filament.
However, on the Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo we had more trouble finding the right setting to use it satisfactorily with adhesion issues and some jamming.
We have to say that the parts obtained with this PLA have a very good finish and especially highlight the hardness and consistency that this PLA can provide.
If you are interested in trying this excellent range of Prime filaments from Azurefilm, we advise you to visit their online store where you will always get the best prices and technical information about them.
