3D printing filament producer colorFabb (Venlo / The Netherlands; www.colorfabb.com) has introduced a range of filaments made with “Amphora” AM3300 3D copolyester, designed specifically for 3D printing, by speciality chemicals producer Eastman Chemical (Kingsport, Tennessee / USA; www.eastman.com). “nGen” filaments add functional properties and high print quality and have the ability to print within a wide processing range, the companies said.

Eastman’s “Amphora” AM3300 has good flow properties through the printer nozzle, even at low temperatures, and is not affected by humidity and moisture, resulting in stable printing results with less waste. “nGen” is available initially in 17 varieties and comes in 16 colours including one clear filament. Each is available in diameters of 2.85 mm and 1.75 mm.

Ruud Rouleaux, colorFabb managing director, said the filaments allow users to create tough and useful items, as they have been developed for the printing of a variety of objects without compromising quality, performance, colour or strength. “This industry is evolving, and the types of consumers and professionals who engage in 3D printing are increasing, sparking a need for materials that support this growth,” he concluded.