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Plastic Pellets for 3D Printing

What are Plastic Pellets?

Plastic Pellets are polymer or composite granules used in 3D printing through granule extrusion (FGF – Fused Granulate Fabrication).

They replace traditional filament and provide access to standard industrial materials, reducing costs and increasing productivity.

How does it work?

In an FGF 3D printer, plastic pellets are:

  • Fed directly into a specialized extruder.

  • Melted at the appropriate temperature for each material.

  • Deposited layer by layer until the final object is formed.

➡️ This method enables the production of large, cost-effective, and durable parts with a wide range of technical properties.

Types of Plastic Pellets

  • PLA Pellet: Biodegradable, easy to print, ideal for aesthetic prototypes and decorative objects.
  • ABS Pellet: Impact-resistant and suitable for moderate temperatures, perfect for functional parts.
  • PETG Pellet: A combination of strength and transparency, suitable for clear and durable parts.
  • TPU Pellet: Elastic and wear-resistant, suitable for gaskets and flexible objects.
  • PP Pellet: High chemical resistance and insulating properties, ideal for technical applications.
  • Composites (ABS-CF, PC-CF, PAHT-CF, PETG-GF): Reinforced with carbon or glass fibers, providing superior rigidity and mechanical strength.

Applications of Plastic Pellets

  • Rapid prototyping of large and cost-effective objects.
  • Functional parts – components resistant to impact, wear, or temperature.
  • Automotive and mechanical industry – jigs, fixtures, housings.
  • Packaging and transparent parts (PETG, PLA).
  • Flexible elements – gaskets, protections, bendable parts (TPU).
  • Special industrial applications – conductive or anti-static parts (ABS-CF, PC-CF).

Advantages of Plastic Pellets

  1. Economic efficiency: lower cost compared to filament.
  2. Versatility: wide range of materials and composites.
  3. Scalability: ideal for printing large parts.
  4. Sustainability: possibility of using recycled materials.
  5. Technical performance: properties adapted to each application (flexibility, rigidity, chemical or mechanical resistance).

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