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00:00:00 – 00:12:11
In the video, Jason from Zykid.com conducts an independent test to evaluate 10 different PLA filaments available on Amazon, aiming to determine the best option for everyday use. He designs a model specifically for the test, making minor adjustments for PLA Plus filaments and resolving some technical issues with his CR-10S printer. Several key filaments are evaluated:
1. **Polymaker Polyterra**: Eco-friendly with a recyclable cardboard spool and tree-planting initiative, showing a unique matte finish but requiring optimal setting tweaks.
2. **Overture Filament**: Metallic "space gray" with a strong odor, performing averagely with some stringing and sagging, also packaged in an eco-friendly spool.
3. **Inter-series PLA**: Average quality under $20, with some stringing but good surface results.
4. **Duramic PLA Plus**: Clean prints with a satin finish and minimal issues at 220°C, considered economical at $21.99.
5. **Anycubic Filament**: The cheapest tested at $17.99, exceeding expectations with minimal problems and smooth printing.
Other reviewed filaments include Inland PLA, eSun, Gitek, and SunLoo, each having its pros and cons. The presenter concludes that **Anycubic Filament** offers the best value for its price and performance. The video ends with a summary, a thank you message, and a prompt to subscribe along with a reference to a free model file available on the website.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, Jason from Zykid.com tests 10 different PLA filaments available on Amazon to find the best everyday use option. He designs a new model specifically for the test, using mostly the same settings with a minor adjustment for a PLA Plus filament. He shows the prices paid for each filament at the time of purchase and clarifies that the video is not sponsored, providing his independent opinions. He also mentions using Amazon affiliate links in the description. Midway, he updates the model to add more support to the spindles due to some issues with the CR-10s printer bed, which caused broken spindles not related to the filament quality.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the presenter reviews the results of printing 10 different test models using various PLA filaments. The shades of gray varied significantly by manufacturer, and all models printed fairly well. The CR-10S nozzle was set to 212°C for standard PLA and 220°C for PLA Plus. The presenter highlights key filaments:
– **Polymaker Polyterra**: Features a recyclable cardboard spool and plants a tree for every spool produced. Despite its sustainable claims and unique matte finish, it requires more tweaking for optimal settings.
– **Overture filament**: Known as “space gray,” it has a metallic look and the strongest odor among the tested filaments, with some stringing and sagging. The cardboard spool is an added eco-friendly feature.
– **Inter-series PLA**: A decent filament with some stringing but good surface quality, priced just under $20.
– **Duramic PLA Plus**: Printed cleanly with a satin finish and minimal issues. It performed well at 220°C and cost $21.99, making it economical compared to other PLA Plus options.
– **Anycubic filament**: The cheapest filament tested, exceeding expectations with very few problems.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the presenter reviews various 3D printing filaments. The X filament, priced at $24.99, performs decently but shows some pinholes and isn’t cost-effective compared to others. Inland PLA, with a cool gray-blue tone, is average at $22.50, having decent surface quality but noticeable stringing. The eSun filament, tested at 220°C, stands out for its clean finishes and minimal stringing with a nice blue color. Gitek filament, previously used for copper inserts, performs excellently in stringing but has slight blobbing issues. SunLoo filament, in a darker gray, shows good print quality and minimal stringing. The presenter’s top pick is the Anycubic brand filament, priced at $17.99, for its smooth printing, minimal sagging, and stringing, making it the best value.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the speaker reviews different PLA plus filaments, focusing on their performance and quality. The second place filament was from eSun, which is highly regarded and features a bluish-gray color. It performed well but was more expensive at $24.99 per roll. The third place filament was also a PLA plus, offering clean prints with minimal sagging and was slightly less expensive than eSun. There was also mention of a fourth runner-up, the Sunlu filament, which had a deeper color and printed well despite some stringing issues. The video concludes with an encouragement to subscribe and a reference to a free model file available on their website.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker thanks viewers for watching and ends with a farewell. Music plays in the background as the video concludes.