Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D Printers
This study investigates the energy consumption characteristics of desktop-sized Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, focusing on variations in energy usage and operational efficiency across different models. The results demonstrate a correlation between machine parameters and energy efficie...
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| description | This study investigates the energy consumption characteristics of desktop-sized Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, focusing on variations in energy usage and operational efficiency across different models. The results demonstrate a correlation between machine parameters and energy efficiency during the processing of PLA material. Notably, machines capable of producing identical components in shorter durations tend to consume more electricity, despite utilizing a lower volume of thermoplastic material. Furthermore, the research underscores the substantial impact of specific technological factors, such as the use of rafts, on energy consumption assessments. Relying solely on estimated manufacturing time and material volume to determine manufacturing costs may yield imprecise results, especially amid rising electricity prices. This study emphasizes the need for standardized energy metrics to enable more informed comparisons for consumers. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-56e29687d8b949c8a92a8fc5581483df2025-08-20T02:57:05ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172024-12-0114241181910.3390/app142411819Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D PrintersRadosław Wichniarek0Filip Osiński1Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3 STR, 61-138 Poznan, PolandFaculty of Mechanical Engineering, Poznan University of Technology, Piotrowo 3 STR, 61-138 Poznan, PolandThis study investigates the energy consumption characteristics of desktop-sized Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, focusing on variations in energy usage and operational efficiency across different models. The results demonstrate a correlation between machine parameters and energy efficiency during the processing of PLA material. Notably, machines capable of producing identical components in shorter durations tend to consume more electricity, despite utilizing a lower volume of thermoplastic material. Furthermore, the research underscores the substantial impact of specific technological factors, such as the use of rafts, on energy consumption assessments. Relying solely on estimated manufacturing time and material volume to determine manufacturing costs may yield imprecise results, especially amid rising electricity prices. This study emphasizes the need for standardized energy metrics to enable more informed comparisons for consumers.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/24/11819energy efficiencydesktop-size 3D printersfused filament fabrication (FFF)energy consumptionoperational efficiencymanufacturing costs |
| spellingShingle | Radosław Wichniarek Filip Osiński Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D Printers Applied Sciences energy efficiency desktop-size 3D printers fused filament fabrication (FFF) energy consumption operational efficiency manufacturing costs |
| title | Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D Printers |
| title_full | Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D Printers |
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| title_short | Assessing Energy Efficiency in Desktop-Size FFF 3D Printers |
| title_sort | assessing energy efficiency in desktop size fff 3d printers |
| topic | energy efficiency desktop-size 3D printers fused filament fabrication (FFF) energy consumption operational efficiency manufacturing costs |
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