From Waste to Filament: A DIY Filament Extruder for Recycling 3D Prints

TLDRLearn how to transform your 3D printing waste into new filament with a DIY filament extruder. Watch as we assemble and test a kit from Artme, a German company. The extruder uses a custom-machined feeding screw and is open source, making it accessible and affordable. We successfully extrude and print with recycled filaments, proving its effectiveness.

Key insights

🔄Transforming 3D printing waste into new filament is possible with a DIY filament extruder

🔧The Artme3D MK2 is an affordable and accessible option for DIY filament extrusion

🌈Recycled filaments can produce beautiful prints with unique color gradients

📐Tolerance of filament may vary, but it remains suitable for many applications

🔄🖨️By recycling 3D prints, you can contribute to a more sustainable and cost-effective 3D printing process

Q&A

Is the Artme3D MK2 filament extruder easy to assemble?

Yes, the Artme3D MK2 comes as a kit with detailed instructions and all necessary components for easy assembly

Can I use recycled filaments for 3D printing?

Yes, the results from the Artme3D MK2 extruder show that recycled filaments can produce high-quality prints

What materials can be used to create recycled filaments?

You can use 3D printing waste, such as failed prints and discarded plastic, to create recycled filaments

Is the filament diameter consistent when using the Artme3D MK2?

While the filament diameter may have some variation, it remains suitable for many applications

Is the Artme3D MK2 an affordable option for DIY filament extrusion?

Yes, at a cost of around €650, the Artme3D MK2 provides an accessible and cost-effective solution for recycling and producing filaments

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the concept of recycling 3D printing waste

03:13Assembling the Artme3D MK2 filament extruder from a kit

09:37Grinding and preparing 3D printing waste for filament extrusion

12:07Testing the extrusion process with shredded 3D printing waste

15:00Printing with the successfully extruded and recycled filaments

19:17Reviewing the performance and affordability of the Artme3D MK2 extruder