rc-planes
- February 20, 2025
HOW TO KEEP YOUR RC PLANE IN THE AIR
REDUCE WEIGHT WITH LIGHTWEIGHT PLA 3D PRINTING FILAMENT
Lightweight PLA is the first filament of its kind: a 3D printing filament using active foaming technology to achieve lightweight, low-density printed parts. At around 230°C (446°F) LW-PLA starts foaming and it increases its volume by nearly 3 times.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN USING OUR LIGHTWEIGHT PLA
DECREASE YOUR MATERIAL FLOW
By decreasing the material flow by 60% you can achieve lightweight parts.
PRINT BIG LAYER HEIGHTS
You can also use the expanding properties to reduce print time by printing big layer heights or extra thick materials. Fine tuning and optimization is required to make the most of your LW-PLA use.
TEMPERATURE, SPEED AND FLOW
Assuming nozzle size and layer height are fixed, our main input variables are temperature, speed and flow to determine the amount of expansion.
BEST PRACTICES
BIG, BIGGER, BIGGEST RC AIRPLANE
"Designing, printing and flying bigger and bigger RC airplanes
- November 28, 2024
RC Wing 3D Printer: Revolutionizing Lightweight Model Aircraft with ColorFabb LW-PLA
At RC Wing 3D Printer (https://rcwing3dprinter.com), our passion lies in designing and crafting innovative, lightweight, and efficient model aircraft that elevate the experience of remote-controlled flying. Leveraging cutting-edge 3D printing technology and the unique properties of ColorFabb LW-PLA, we aim to create models that combine exceptional flight performance with simplicity in assembly and construction. Our designs are built with precision, practicality, and durability in mind, ensuring that even enthusiasts with smaller 3D printers can create high-performance planes.
This article dives into the meticulous development process of our aircraft models, the advantages of using ColorFabb LW-PLA, and the specifics of our flagship design, the Type M1 RC Wing. You’ll also find step-by-step resources and detailed specifications to help you build and fly your own model with confidence.
Why ColorFabb
