Published On Feb 4, 2022
By request: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a PEI/PEX 3D printer bed and when is it best to use smooth or textured? This video guide is a summary of my experiences using PEI over the years. I explain why it is my favourite bed material and how I use it for various filaments.
0:00 Introduction
0:39 What is PEI and how is it used with 3D printing?
PEI wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyeth...
Ultem 9085 PEI filament: https://www.3dxtech.com/product/therm...
Powder coating video by Krispy Media: • Powder Coating MB Battles With Gem Po...
2:07 Strengths and weaknesses of PEI beds
5:43 Brands I’ve used: variations exist!
Wham Bam: http://bit.ly/2HqxpB5
TH3D EZflex: https://www.th3dstudio.com/product/ez...
Prusa: https://www.prusa3d.com/category/fff-...
Prima Creator: https://primacreator.com/collections/...
BIQU: https://www.biqu.equipment/products/b...
6:48 PLA
8:04 TPU
8:34 PETG
First layer guide: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/cali...
Borosilicate glass damage from PETG: / ever_had_a_print_so_strong_it_rips_your_gl...
Makers Muse video on G10 bed: • G10 - The best print surface you've n...
10:02 ABS/ASA
10:52 Nylon
11:34 PEEK
Dimafix print adhesive: https://x3d.com.au/products/dimafix-p...
12:39 Conclusion
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