Questions tagged [sustainability]

2 questions
1
vote
1 answer

Is it possible to convert the first layer of the G-code to a 2D print so I can use a 2D printer for a quick size reference?

Is it possible to convert the first layer of the G-code to a 2D print so I can use a 2D printer for a quick size reference? The G-code (or STL) already contains the exact sizes so I think it shouldn't be hard, yet I could not find any easy solution…
Bob Ortiz
  • 1,255
  • 1
  • 10
  • 44
1
vote
2 answers

Is it possible to 3D print without PFAS/PTFE?

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is one of the best-known and widely applied PFAS commonly described as persistent organic pollutants or "forever chemicals". If I want to avoid PFAS due to environmental concerns, is there an alternative to: PTFE…
Bob Ortiz
  • 1,255
  • 1
  • 10
  • 44