{"id":8494,"date":"2021-03-22T11:27:49","date_gmt":"2021-03-22T11:27:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the3dsourced.wpengine.com\/?p=8494"},"modified":"2023-03-31T09:11:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T09:11:43","slug":"best-3d-printer-accessories-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.3dsourced.com\/guides\/best-3d-printer-accessories-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"The 13 Most Important 3D Printer Accessories For Perfect Prints"},"content":{"rendered":"

So you\u2019ve bought a 3D printer<\/a>. It\u2019s shiny and brand new, and you\u2019ve just started printing your first models. It comes with a bit of PLA<\/a> to get you started, but you\u2019re already feeling more ambitious and googling 3D printer accessories to expand your horizons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ABS<\/a>? Maybe I\u2019ll try printing flexible filaments<\/a> like TPU<\/a>, or Nylon<\/a>? And how do I make my parts come out looking better? We hear you ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, there\u2019s a number of ways to augment your printing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you just want to print PLA and create basic prints, you absolutely can without many of these fancy extras. However, for anyone who wants to upgrade their 3D printing experience, create better quality models with crisper surface finishes, or print with tougher materials, these 3D printer accessories will get you there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3D printer accessories for the best quality prints<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

3D printer filament storage accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Keeps your filament dry.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/path><\/svg><\/span>Filaments can look bubbly and grainy without storage containers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Almost all filaments are hygroscopic to various degrees. This means they absorb moisture from the air \u2014 making for less than ideal printing conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moisture deteriorates filament quality, making it bubbly and with a rougher texture. When perfect quality is crucial, such as in precise rapid prototyping<\/a> or printing intricate miniatures, this can render your filament useless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, it\u2019s absolutely essential to keep your filament protected from open air, such as in filament storage. Though filaments like Nylon and Polycarbonate<\/a> are known for being the most hygroscopic, even PLA deteriorates if left out long enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Filament storage containers keep your filament dry<\/a> until you need to use it. Some even have holes for extruding filament while remaining protected from water vapor in the container. Without this protection from the elements, your prints will look bubbly and grainy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend the following filament storage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n