How to test if filament has absorbed moisture before printing?
1. Moisture Can Ruin a Print Fast So you’re about to start that print you’ve been planning for days. You load the filament, hit “start,” and… POP. Sizzle. ...
Category: Storing 3D Filament
What’s the difference between drying and storing filament?
1. It’s Not the Same Thing Here’s a common misconception in the 3D printing world: “If I dry my filament, I don’t need to worry about storage.” Wrong. ...
Can filament be stored in a garage or basement?
1. Filament Storage Isn’t Always Convenient We get it. Your workspace is small. Your filament collection is growing. And the garage or basement seems like the perfect out-of-the-way ...
Do color additives in filament affect how it should be stored?
1. Is All PLA Really the Same? You might think every spool of PLA stores the same way—but is that true? What if one spool is matte black ...
How can poor filament storage affect print quality over time?
1. Is It Your Printer or Your Filament? Your printer’s been perfect for weeks. Same slicer. Same settings. But suddenly, your prints are stringy, brittle, or just plain ...
How to create a filament rotation system for efficient use and storage?
1. Stop Forgetting What You Have If you’ve ever ordered a new spool… …only to find the exact same color hiding in the back of your bin…you need ...
What’s the best way to store filament spools that are rarely used?
1. The Forgotten Spools in the Back We all have them—rarely used filament spools. Maybe it’s that glow-in-the-dark PLA you bought on a whim, or that Nylon spool ...
How can I organize and label multiple spools for better storage tracking?
1. The Chaos of Unlabeled Spools You’ve got spools everywhere. Some opened, some sealed. Some PETG, some PLA.You don’t remember when you last used them—or if they’re dry. ...
Can storing filament in original packaging keep it safe long-term?
1. The Packaging Debate You just got your shiny new spool of filament. It’s vacuum-sealed, bagged, boxed—and looks pretty secure. The question is: Can you just leave it ...
What’s the ideal humidity level for filament storage?
1. Moisture Is the Silent Filament Killer You might not see it. You might not even feel it. But moisture in the air is quietly sneaking into your ...