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Technical diagram showing restricted electrical flow in thin conductive walls versus easy flow in thick conductive walls

Designing for Conductive Polymers: Why Geometry Matters?

Success in designing for conductive 3D printing requires a shift in mindset. Unlike standard prototyping where form is the only priority, functional parts printed with conductive polymers must account for electrical pathways and increased mechanical stiffness. Many engineers are surprised when a geometry that works perfectly in PLA fails in a Carbon Nanotube (CNT) enhanced […]

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Digital multimeter measuring surface resistance of a black 3D printed ESD part

How to Measure Surface Resistance in 3D Printed Parts

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Learning how to accurately measure surface resistance is critical for validating electrostatic discharge (ESD) safe components. While 3D printing with conductive polymers offers immense design freedom, verifying that your final part actually dissipates static electricity requires specific techniques. Many engineers simply touch a standard multimeter to a part and get a confusing reading. However, to

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5 Tips for Successfully 3D Printing with Conductive Filament

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Achieving consistent results when 3D printing with conductive filament presents unique challenges compared to standard PLA. However, mastering these materials opens the door to printing functional electronic housings, sensors, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) fixtures right from your desktop. Many engineers struggle initially with nozzle clogs or inconsistent resistance readings. Therefore, we have compiled the essential

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Mitsubishi resistivity meter measuring ABC3D conductive filament showing low resistance reading for EMI shielding applications.

The Conductivity Spectrum: Understanding the difference between Antistatic, ESD, and EMI Shielding (10² vs 10⁹ Ω)

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Understanding the difference between Antistatic, ESD, and EMI shielding is critical for selecting the right material.

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3D printer extruding black Conductive PLA filament for electronics projects

Conductive PLA vs. ABS: Which is Right for Your Electronics Project?

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Deciding between Conductive PLA and ABS? We compare printability and ESD performance to help you choose the right material. Discover why modern Conductive PLA is the superior choice for industrial fixtures.

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ABC3D team with ZwickRoell Universal Testing Machine

Innovation Backed by Standards

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ABC acquires state-of-the-art characterization equipment, elevating our ability to develop sustainable materials. This technology allows us to rigorously test and ensure our filaments exceed ASTM and ISO industry standards.

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BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund

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ABC3D secures critical investment from the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund. This funding supports our expansion, protecting local jobs while increasing our capacity to upcycle waste into high-performance, value-added materials.

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Finding new life for plastic waste

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From bottles and straws to medical stents, plastic is everywhere in our society. Although the rise of plastic resulted from its ease of production, the question now is: what do we do with the estimated 380 million tonnes of waste produced annually? Currently, Dr. Mohammad Arjmand and his research team are exploring solutions, specifically focusing

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Completion of NGen Project

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ABC3D Announces Completion of NGen supported Project: 9705 Consortium to Establish Canada’s Rural Proofing Commercial-Scale Biorefinery Trail, BC – ABC3D is proud to announce the formation of a groundbreaking consortium. Specifically, in collaboration with the University of British Columbia (UBC) and project partners KF Hemp Corp and Virtual Layer Inc., we are dedicated to creating Canada’s

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ABC3D awarded funding from Clean BC

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ABC3D (Advanced BioCarbon 3D Ltd.) is pleased to announce that we have been awarded funds from Phase 2 of the CleanBC Plastics Action Fund. Specifically, this non-dilutive funding is going towards improving our recycling capabilities. Furthermore, it helps secure a supply chain of cheap and abundant post-consumer plastics. ABC3D will treat this plastic so it

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