The Most Important Factors of Outdoor 3D Printing Filament
3D Printing Filament is a kind of thermoplastic material used in fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printers. It is a long, thin strand of material (typically 1.75 mm or 2.85 mm in diameter) which is melted and extruded through a heated nozzle to build three-dimensional objects layer by layer. Different types of filaments are available on current market, including PLA, PETG, ASA, TPU, ABS, nylon, etc. Different types of filaments have different applications, and one important application is the signage printing, especially outdoor signages. In order to print good outdoor signages, some key factors need to be considered, Iroga’s 3D printing filament is named PETG-S which is designed for signages especially outdoor signages, it is UV resistant, high temperature resistant, low temperature resistant, and waterproof, perfect for long-term outdoor use.
UV Resistant
First of all, the 3D printing filament for outdoor signages should be UV resistant, because it’s always exposed in the sunlight. The color of signage will be faded gradually and the signage itself will be weakened if it’s not UV resistant.
High Temperature Resistant
The outdoor signages should be high temperature resistant in summer especially in those tropical zones, the maximum resisting temperature of Iroga’s 3D printing filament is as high as 70 ℃, it allows the 3D printed signages to be in good state in hot summer.
Low Temperature Resistant
Similarly, the outdoor signages should also be low temperature resistant in winter especially in those frigid zones, the minimum resisting temperature of Iroga’s 3D printing filament is as low as -40 ℃, it allows the 3D printed signages to be in good state in cold winter.
Waterproof
Waterproofing is another important factor for outdoor signages, because the signages could be deformed in rainy days if the material is not waterproof. Iroga’s 3D printing filament is totally waterproof, it allows the 3D printed siganges to be in good state in rainy days.
Strong Sticking
The sticking should be strong layer by layer, the joint between the face and the edges should be extremely strong, in this case, the signages can be installed stably and safely, and they can be used for a long period without damage.
Smooth Surface
The smooth surface has nothing to do with the structure and the toughness, but it will look fantastic if the surface is smooth, and it will look even better if it is a little bit shiny. The PETG-S is designed for signage printing, as a result, the surface looks smooth and a little bit shiny.
Perfect Light Diffusing
Last but not least, the light diffusing effect of the signages should be perfect, no matter for outdoor signages or indoor signages. In most cases, the signages are made to be illuminated to catch eyes, it will make people pleasant if the light diffusing is perfect, meanwhile, it can raise people’s fondness to the brand.