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...after an extended period of PETG, and I have to say I think my favorite part is after the print ends and the bed starts to cool off and the snap/crackle/pop of the piece coming off on it's own. Such a pleasant ASMR experience.

Highly recommend..

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[–] Ajen@sh.itjust.works 3 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

IMO there's no "best" material, they all have advantages and disadvantages. PLA is very rigid, PETG is UV and temperature resistant, ABS is temperature resistant and dissolves in acetone... ABS is tricky to print though, even with an enclosure. I wouldn't recommend it unless you need the higher temperature resistance or like to tinker.

[–] Manzas@lemdro.id 1 points 1 week ago

I manily use PETG because for me it is way stronger and easier to print than PLA (especially Prusa filament)