Illuminate Your Creations: Glow-in-the-Dark 3d Filament
EVERYGLOW Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Filament is a specialized material that allows makers to create functional parts and artistic models that radiate light after the sun goes down. Primarily available in PLA, PETG,ABS,TPU this filament is infused with phosphorescent materials that absorb UV light and release it as a steady, ghostly glow in total darkness.
How It’s Made: The “Glow” Additives
Most standard filaments are purely polymer-based, but Everyglow glow-in-the-dark versions are “loaded” with concentrated phosphorescent powders—usually Strontium Aluminate base photoluminescent pigment or Zinc Sulfide base phosphorescent pigment.
- Strontium Aluminate base: The industry standard for high-end filaments. it glows much brighter and significantly longer than older technologies.
- Abrasive Nature: It is important to note that these “glow” particles are technically tiny, hard minerals. They act like liquid sandpaper as they pass through your printer.
Essential Printing Tips for glow-in-the-dark 3d filament
Printing with glow-in-the-dark filament 1.75mm requires a few minor adjustments to your standard settings to ensure success and protect your hardware:
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The Nozzle Rule: Avoid standard brass nozzles. The abrasive phosphors will erode a brass nozzle in a matter of hours, widening the diameter and ruining your print quality. Use Hardened Steel or Ruby-tipped nozzles.
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Layer Height: Thicker layers and higher infill percentages allow for more photoluminescent material to be “packed” into the model, resulting in a brighter and longer-lasting glow.
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Color Matching: While the filament often looks translucent or “off-white” in daylight, the glow color is what matters. Yellow-green is statistically the brightest and longest-lasting, followed by Aqua,Sky-blue,Pink,Green,Orange,Red,Violet,Rainbow.
Popular Use Cases
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Safety & Utility: Light switches, door handles, emergency markers, and tool rack labels for low-light visibility.
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Home Decor: Star maps, moon lamps, wall “stickers,” and clock faces.
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Cosplay & Gaming: Glowing runes on prop swords, “radioactive” canisters, and D&D miniatures with magical effects.
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Educational Models: Constellation globes, deep-sea creature models, and anatomical skeletons.
Comparison: Glow vs. Standard Filament
| Feature | Standard PLA | Glow-in-the-Dark PLA |
| Abrasiveness | Low (Gentle on brass) | High (Requires hardened nozzle) |
| Transparency | Varies | Usually semi-translucent |
| Bed Adhesion | Excellent | Good (May require slightly higher temps) |
| Post-Processing | Easy to sand | Sanding may slightly dull the glow |
Pro-Tip for Maximum Brightness: To “charge” your prints instantly, use a small UV flashlight. A few seconds of exposure to concentrated UV light will make the model glow significantly brighter than standard indoor LED lighting.
Packing for Glow in the dark 3d filament :
Dia:1.75mm
Length: 340m/pack
Packing box: 1kg/box,10box/ctn
Color: Yellow-green,Aqua, Sky-blue,Red,Pink,Green, Yellow,Orange,Deep red,Violet,Rainbow,Galaxy blue and green.
