Within 3D Printing, first-layer adhesion can be one of the biggest hurdles for beginners to overcome, and unfortunately first-layer adhesion is also incredibly important, and has the potential to make or break prints. Fortunately, there is a good range of Adhesion Aids available, such as the world-famous Magigoo, which is a roll-on glue designed to offer high-strength mechanical grip between the hot filament and the print surface, to ensure optimal first-layer adhesion in all of the standard 3D Filament polymers.
This 50ml Magigoo Pen is the smaller option of the two variations, and is just the standard version that caters to ABS, PLA, PETG, HIPS and TPU, which are typically considered to be Standard 3D Filaments. It is designed to be as easy as possible to use (Very similar to old glue sticks from school), completely odourless and non-toxic, and also is made to leave almost no impression underneath the print like ABS juice is commonly known to do.
*Please Note: Be careful of squeezing the bottle too hard, as this could pop the applicator out of the top and spill the Magigoo all over your printer. Instead, press the nib onto the bed and then squeeze gently until the applicator becomes wet or “gooey”. After that, simply allow the applicator to work its magic, applying a single layer horizontally across the bed, followed by a vertical layer on top of that.
Magigoo Original Adhesion Pen - Technical Specifications: |
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– Thought3D (Makers of Magigoo) |
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– 50ml |
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– PLA: 40° to 70°C – ABS: 90° to 110°C |
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– Water / H2O |
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– 80+ |
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– Primary: PLA | ABS – Secondary: HIPS | PETG |
How to Effectively Apply Magigoo Original Adhesion Glue to Your Print Surface:
To enjoy effective results, simply shake the pen before use, squeeze gently until the applicator is wet, apply a thin even layer to the print surface that you will be using, and then wash it off with water after a few prints to avoid any residue build-up. Just keep in mind though that it is ideal to apply Magigoo to cold surfaces, so consider using it before you begin heating up the bed to ensure optimal adhesion. And just in case you're unsure of anything, we've also included the instructions manual in our downloads section above, so be sure to check this out if you're running into any problems with your Magigoo.
Finally, if you're still a little unsure as to the application, use and expectations of Magigoo, this cheesy but insightful video does an excellent job at explaining the entire process, as well as some background into the adhesive works:
Thought3D, although a relatively unspoken name, is a surprisingly common brand in the world of 3D Printing, as they are the creators of the world-famous Magigoo All-In-One Bed Adhesion Glue Sticks! Founded in 2013, Thought3D primarily focuses on R&D for the additive manufacturing industry, with a particular focus on 3D Printing and the ever-popular problems involving first-layer adhesion.
In addition to offering an amazing product that is used throughout the world on a daily basis, Thought3D also boasts an impressive portfolio of achievements that they’ve acquired over just a few short years. These include winning the “TAKEOFF Seed Fund Award” in 2015, as well as the “Malta Enterprise Business Grant”, “Malta Innovation Award for Best Technological Innovation” and “WIPO IP Enterprise Trophy” in 2016, with each year leading to new developments, new adhesive formulas, and refinements to not just their products, but also their entire supply chain and business model.
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