Filament

Here is where you can find information about the wide range of filament we sell at MatterHackers.

What is the difference between PRO series and standard filament?
Our PRO Series line of materials is made in the USA and produced to a more precise specification.  It also features a visually distinct finish, with a more ...
Wed, 10 Dec, 2014 at 4:09 PM
How much is on a spool of ABS?
ABS - Density: 1.04 g/cm^3; Volume: 0.96 cm^3/g or 960 cm^3/kg; Length/1kg spool (1.75mm): ~ 400 meters / ~ 1310 feet (3.00mm): ~ 130 meters / ~ 430 feet
Fri, 9 Jan, 2015 at 5:00 PM
How much is on a spool of PLA?
PLA - Density: 1.25 g/cm^3; Volume: 0.80 cm^3/g or 800 cm^3/kg; Length/1kg spool (1.75mm): 330 meters / ~ 1080 feet (3.00mm): ~ 110 meters / ~ 360 feet
Fri, 9 Jan, 2015 at 5:00 PM
Tips for printing with ABS and Bed Adhesion
To check out our article "How To Succeed When Printing With ABS", click here. To check out our article "ABS Bed Adhesion: Tips & ...
Fri, 9 Jan, 2015 at 5:07 PM
Tips for printing with Nylon
To check out our article "Printing with Nylon", click here. 
Fri, 9 Jan, 2015 at 5:09 PM
Can you send me some filament samples?
We would be happy to send you some samples. However, we can only send them if you place an order for a spool of filament so that we can include them in the ...
Fri, 20 Feb, 2015 at 10:38 AM
Ho To Succeed When Printing In PLA
To view our article for tips and tricks when printing with PLA, click here!
Fri, 20 Feb, 2015 at 10:43 AM
How much is on a 1 pound spool of Taulman?
A 3.00mm spool is 180 feet, and a 1.75mm spool is 490 feet.
Thu, 19 Mar, 2015 at 5:39 PM
Can you please tell me more about your ThriftyMake Filament?
The Standard Series and ThriftyMake filament is manufactured overseas, and can feature more inconsistencies in the dimensional accuracy. There are also occa...
Mon, 4 Apr, 2016 at 10:28 AM