Airwolf3D Wolfbite Mega Polycarbonate Adhesive

If you want to print in polycarbonate and ensure that it sticks to the print surface, Airwolf has a product for you. It will prevent warpage and bad prints.




It is priced at USD 19,99

Product page:

http://airwolf3d.com/shop/3d-print-parts-polycarbonate-stick-adhesive

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High 3d printed fashion projects by Lilah LaValle and Airwolf3D

3d printed fashion is really emerging as one cool new area for artistic expression. I recently found this two nice works of arts (and 3d printing crafts). One is more industrial-art and second is more of a DIY-fashion project.

First piece is a fully 3d printed Red Corset designed by German artist Lilah LaValle in collaboration with her boyfriend Daniel Sirkett and it is printed by Shapeways in SLS Nylon. Since it is a larger and more complex piece the high-end SLS process was required sou you probably will not print this soon in your home.

Photographer: Susanne Kreuschmer / Lily Like Visual Art H&M: Meachy Wong Model: Lilly / Look Out Management

And here is a Sandy "the materials girl" from Airwolf 3D showing all the clothing, jewelry and accessories you can already 3d print at home from various commonly available DIY materials!

The A.X.I.O.S. (Advanced Xtreem Integrated Operating Scales) dress designed by Cameron Williams is printed from hexagonal plates in ABS / TPU / TPE. Very cool!

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Airwolf 3D launches WOLFBITE NANO adhesive for PLA

After the great success Airwolf had with their Wolfbite ABS adhesive, now they present Wolfbite Nano adhesive solution for PLA filaments. It will help the object stick to the print surface and prevent warping and similar  problems.

From the Wolfbite Nano page:

WolfBite Nano is applied with an applicator brush straight onto glass, eliminating the need for tape. One light coat of Wolfbite can be used for several prints. After applying Wolfbite Nano directly on glass, printing can commence immediately, either with a heated or room-temperature bed.

Airwolf 3D specially formulated the proprietary solution to not only promote excellent adhesion but also to make part removal easy. Parts maybe removed post print by immersing the glass plate in water for a short period of time, if necessary.

“As manufacturers of 3D printers that are capable of printing large parts in PLA, we are aware of the frustrations with painter’s tape and adhesion,” said Wolf “After months of research and development, we are pleased to offer a solution that will benefit nearly all desktop 3D printer users. Wolfbite NANO™ was developed at Airwolf 3D through collaboration with Professor Miodrag “Mickey” Micic, Ph.D., who is a department chairman at Cerritos College in Norwalk, Calif., and a well known polymer chemist.

“This is a new, environmentally friendly solution for resolving the acute problem of PLA- based 3D printing, part adhesion and warpage. The solution is based on a combination of green chemistry and nanotechnology to create the best possible adhesion using compounds which are generally regarded as safe,” said Micic.

Wolfbite is packaged in a two fluid ounce container and comes with a foam brush applicator. It is currently available for sale on the Airwolf website at an introductory price of $19.99.

Airwolf is surely becoming industry leader in adhesion solutions! Good work!

Here is video presentation of Wolfbite Nano:


There are still no independent tests or reviews.

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How to 3d print with TPE thermoplastic rubber filament by Airwolf3D

TPE is "Thermoplastic elastomer" or "thermoplastic rubber" 3d printing filament. Here is a guide by Airwolf3D how to print with it, since it is more challenging that usual filaments.




Some features of TPE material are:

• Flexible and strong
• TPE and retains shape after much manipulation. 
• 3D printed TPE feels much like rubber and bounces back into shape. 
• The 3d printed part does not tear after 3 minutes of pulling and tugging
• on the downside it can be very tricky and technically demanding to print with

More information and TPE Slicer settings download for Airwolf  machines can be found at: http://airwolf3d.com/2013/10/16/3d-printer-video-tp/

TPE is flexible and rubbery 

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New Airwolf 3d JRx hot end printing polycarbonate

Here is video from Airwolf 3D showing their new JRx hot end in action printing polycarbonate and other materials in higher temperatures.




http://airwolf3d.com/

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Airwolf3d AW3D HD 3d printer

Another day, another 3d printer. Bigger print area and high price in this one.

Technical Specifications:

• Build envelope WxDxH: 12″X 8″X 12″ (300 mm x 200 mm x 300 mm)
• Lead time: 4 Weeks
• Nozzle diameter (mm): 0.5 + 0.35
• Min. Layer thickness (mm): 0.05
• Max Speed (mm/s): Perimeter 150 mm/s, Travel 400 mm/s
• Theoretical positioning precision (mm): 0.02
• Input format: GCode
• Software: MatterControl (custom configured), Marlin Firmware, compatible with Repetier Host Print Controller, Slic3r GCode generator
• System compatibility: Windows/Mac
• Size WxDxH: 24″ x 18″ x 18″ (600 mm x 440 mm x 450 mm)
• Power supply: Internal auto-switching 13.5V DC, 320W
• LCD/Micro SD card adapter
• Weight (kg): 18 kg
• Jam-Resistant hot end the AW3D HD can print using a variety of raw materials, including ABS, PLA, PVA, Nylon, T-Glass, Laywood, Laybrick, Bendlay, Soft PLA, and HIPS
• Price: 2999 USD + taxes

http://airwolf3d.com/store/products/large-3d-printer-model-aw3d-hd/

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