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drifting lance Dec 31, 2024, 10:21 PM

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I'm thinking a thin layer of silicone or latex might work but I still want to paint my part once I'm done and I need it flexible

coarse gobletBOT Dec 31, 2024, 10:21 PM

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drifting lance I'm thinking a thin layer of silicone or latex might work but I still want to pa...

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Silicone or latex coatings can provide flexibility to your 3D printed part, but keep in mind that painting over these materials can be challenging as they may not adhere well to traditional paints. You may want to consider using flexible filament materials like TPU or TPE for printing and painting your part instead of coating it with silicone or latex. These materials are flexible and paintable, providing both flexibility and a smooth surface for painting.

hollow sedge Dec 31, 2024, 11:24 PM

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Silicone won't stick, latex not sure

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Printing smaller layers would be the easiest

#Best way to hide layer lines on TPE?