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Sustainability You Can Smell: Kexcelled’s New Coffee, Tea, and Bamboo Filaments
When you think about choosing your 3D printing filament, chances are you’re not thinking about how it smells. But now, 3D printing materials manufacturer Kexcelled has released a line of filaments designed to please more than just the eyes: the…
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When you think about choosing your 3D printing filament, chances are you’re not thinking about how it smells. But now, 3D printing materials manufacturer Kexcelled has released a line of filaments designed to please more than just the eyes: the K5™ Eco-Aesthetic Series. This new range includes coffee, tea, and bamboo-based filaments that are not only aromatic but also eco-friendly. So, what makes these materials sustainable, and how do they perform in practice?
The K5™ Eco-Aesthetic Series includes three PLA filaments: bamboo, coffee, and tea. Each contains 10 percent recycled waste from its namesake material; bamboo fiber, coffee grounds, or tea residue; reducing the filament’s carbon footprint and promoting a circular economy. An added benefit? The coffee and tea filaments release a subtle, natural aroma during printing, a welcome change from the typical chemical scent of heated polymers.
PLA Coffee is available in 3 colors: Light Roast, Medium Roast, and Dark Roast.
Beyond their scent, the filaments also offer natural finishes that appeal to designers seeking organic textures and tones. Think of surfaces that evoke coffee, tea, or wood grain, ideal for aesthetic FDM applications.
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