Why “FDM” is being discussed
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FDM printing is also extremely rewarding. And cheaper. And cleaner. PLA can be composted in some municipalities. Max out your 3D printing with FDM, and only if you can't achieve…
by regretsresin · Oct 29, 2026
Don't get a resin printer unless you can get it ventilated properly and have a proper work area for wash and cure. Stick with a good FDM printer.
by lp92 · Oct 29, 2026
Use a Matte filament, proper print settings, and low layer heights and you really won't be able to see the layer lines easily. What FDM printer are you using?
by lp92 · Oct 29, 2026
"A tad messy" really undersells it. You need a solid process to manage the (sticky, carcinogenic, smelly) liquid resin both as an input and waste product, along with having to d…
by regularfry · Oct 29, 2026
I have a Phrozen SLA printer, and I would actually appreciate it if they integrated their design with the resin formulation more. Sure, it sounds bad to be locked into some mate…
by ramboldio · Oct 29, 2026
Yes! Exactly. So much of the content around this printer is adressing what resin printing is, and comparing it to fdm printers. I already know what resin printers are and what t…
by krisoft · Oct 29, 2026
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