{"id":1102,"date":"2022-02-24T09:46:30","date_gmt":"2022-02-24T12:46:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/impresion3d.website\/?p=1102"},"modified":"2023-08-27T17:06:04","modified_gmt":"2023-08-27T20:06:04","slug":"what-grease-to-use-in-3d-printers-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/impresion3d.website\/en\/what-grease-to-use-in-3d-printers-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What grease to use in 3D printers?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The best grease to use in 3D printers is teflon grease<\/strong>, either synthetic grease<\/strong> with PTFE<\/strong>. These greases lubricate and are resistant to oxidation, protect against water\/moisture and withstand high temperatures. In addition, they can also be used Teflon oils<\/strong> for bearings or bearings, as a more liquid lubricant is needed to penetrate and lubricate hard-to-reach areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A well-known brand is Super Lube, but any Teflon grease will do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What grease to use in 3D printers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Carrying out a visual inspection of my 3D printer I realized that it could use a little maintenance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I think it is very important to have a good printer calibrated<\/strong>, level<\/strong> but so is keep it clean<\/strong>, dust free<\/strong> and with his well lubricated moving parts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this reason I decided to carry out maintenance on my 3D printer (you can see it here: How to maintain your 3D printer: Complete guide<\/a>) and doing so I realized one thing, some parts needed to be lubricated<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lack of lubrication can directly affect the quality of printed parts<\/strong>. Which led me to wonder What grease should be used for moving and sliding parts?<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After researching I found the answer. The best greases for 3D printing are teflon greases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This type of grease is ideal for use on most 3D printer moving parts, as it is non-conductive and resistant to high temperatures. In addition, the Teflon grease is capable of protecting the parts from wear and tear and increasing their useful life.<\/p>\n\n\n

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See: Multipurpose Super Lube with PTFE<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Another option is lithium 3D printer grease. This type of grease is also suitable for use in the moving parts of the 3D printer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I leave you a list of the best-selling fats on Amazon:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n\n sales<\/span>\n \n \"WD-40\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n WD-40 Specialist Dry Lubricant Spray 400 ml -... <\/a>\n\n
\n \n \"Amazon<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \u20ac14.40<\/span>\n \n \u20ac10.90<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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\n\n \n \n \"Camp\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n Camp Grasso Ptfe, Synthetic Lubricating Grease A\u2026 <\/a>\n\n
\n \n \"Amazon<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \n \u20ac10.90<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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\n\n \n \n \"Super\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n Super Lube\u00ae Multi-Purpose Synthetic Grease\u2026 <\/a>\n\n
\n \n \"Amazon<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \n 19,99 EUR<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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\n\n \n \n \"MASSI\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n MASSI PTF White Grease Professional PTFE 100gr,\u2026 <\/a>\n\n
\n \n \"Amazon<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \n 6,99 EUR<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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\n\n \n \n \"PTF\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n PTF professional grease <\/a>\n\n
\n \n \"Amazon<\/a> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \n 18,64 EUR<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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\n\n \n \n \"Suministros\n <\/a>\n\n
\n \n Suministros Orozco, sl Lithium liquid grease +\u2026 <\/a>\n\n
\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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\n\n \n 12,75 EUR<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n View on Amazon<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Why is it necessary to use grease in a 3D printer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

3D printers work by deposition of material layer by layer, which involves the constant movement of various moving parts. These parts can wear out over time and cause friction, which can affect print quality or even damage the printer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grease is used to reduce friction between moving parts, which reduces wear and extends life. In addition, the grease also helps prevent dust and dirt from accumulating on moving parts, which can affect printer performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, it is necessary to use a grease or lubricant to reduce wear<\/strong> that can be produced by friction<\/strong> what happen between metal parts<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The moving parts need to have a smooth movement, so as not to cause imperfections in the printed parts, as would be the case with bearings and linear axes, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to providing lubrication and preventing wear, Teflon-coated greases help prevent oxidation, as they repel water and humidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In which parts to apply the Teflon grease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In general, it is recommended to apply Teflon grease to all moving parts of the 3D printer, including the X, Y, and Z axes, bearings, linear guides, pulleys, and threaded rods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to note that grease should not be applied to the 3D printer belts, as this can cause the belts to slip and affect the accuracy of the print.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Teflon grease must be applied in the linear axes X, Y, Z seeking to distribute it evenly or homogeneously to prevent accumulations of grease from forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accumulations of grease could attract dust and grime, being counterproductive to the goal you want to achieve. Only a moderate amount should be applied, without excess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video on YouTube: SANTUBE 3D<\/a> (activate subtitles)<\/p>\n\n\n\n