The Unexpected Journey of Hot Melt Glue Filament

💡Hot Melt glue sticks are popular, but there is currently no Hot Melt glue filament for 3D printers available.

🌟By shredding Hot Melt glue sticks and adjusting extruder temperatures, it is possible to create Hot Melt glue filament for 3D printing.

🛠️The process of creating Hot Melt glue filament involves using a filament extruder and a blender to shred the glue sticks.

🔥Hot Melt glue filament is sticky and requires the use of a filament oiler to reduce stickiness and enable smooth feeding through the extruder.

🧲The final Hot Melt glue filament can be spooled onto a wheel for easy use in 3D printing projects.

Why is there no Hot Melt glue filament for 3D printers available?

—Hot Melt glue sticks are popular and widely used, but the process of creating Hot Melt glue filament is more complex and requires specific equipment.

What challenges did you face in creating Hot Melt glue filament?

—Some of the challenges included shredding the glue sticks without them sticking together, adjusting extruder temperatures to achieve the right consistency, and reducing stickiness for smooth feeding through the filament extruder.

What is a filament oiler and why is it necessary?

—A filament oiler is a device that applies a thin film of oil or lubricant to the filament, reducing stickiness and enabling smooth feeding through the extruder. It is necessary to prevent the Hot Melt glue filament from sticking to the extruder and causing jams.

Can Hot Melt glue filament be used in any 3D printer?

—Hot Melt glue filament can be used in most 3D printers that are compatible with filament of the same diameter. However, it is important to check the specifications of your specific 3D printer before using Hot Melt glue filament.

What are the potential applications of Hot Melt glue filament?

—Hot Melt glue filament can be used for 3D printing projects that require a strong and flexible material, such as creating iron-on patches with a layer of hot glue on the bottom and a 3D print on top.

00:00Hot Melt glue sticks are popular, but there is currently no Hot Melt glue filament for 3D printers available.

02:10Hot Melt glue filament can be created by shredding Hot Melt glue sticks and adjusting extruder temperatures.

04:58The process of creating Hot Melt glue filament involves using a filament extruder and a blender to shred the glue sticks.

09:23Hot Melt glue filament is sticky and requires the use of a filament oiler to reduce stickiness and enable smooth feeding through the extruder.

11:29The final Hot Melt glue filament can be spooled onto a wheel for easy use in 3D printing projects.