If you are new to 3D printing, you probably discovered the need for adhesive very quickly. It is one tool we discuss often in the context of stabilizing prints. Adding to the conversation is a Kickstarter campaign just launched by startup ProCoPrint3D, founded by Christopher Zuk of Belgium.
With a €5,000 (about $5,463 USD) goal to be met by August 16th, the ProCoPrint3D team has developed a product that can be used on either a heated or non-heated print bed, and is made for desktop 3D printers using materials derived from PLA filament and flexi-filaments like NinjaFlex or Flexi-PLA. Designed to deal with issues such as peeling, curving, warping, and all-out failure, PROGLU3D ensures good fixation for your 3D models.
Issues in printing and with adhesion have the potential to damage your 3D printer, as well as using caustic or inappropriate solutions–not to mention non-environmentally friendly ones. PROGLU3D is composed of a chemical formula that creates a film on the print bed, but it is gentle enough to eliminate any worry of cracking or stress to the print bed itself.
Pledging support during the Kickstarter campaign is a great way to get early-bird pricing on the adhesive–which starts at €30 (around $33 USD) for PROGLU3D-PLA Cold. With support of €100 or more, you receive a sample pack of adhesives with PROGLU3D-PLA Cold, Glass, and Universal. At €150 or more, another variety pack is available, but made to work with ABS, and includes a cleaning solution as well. At €200 or more, a pack of adhesives is provided for multiple materials, along with cleaner.
Is this a Kickstarter campaign you are interested in supporting? Have you experienced difficulty and issues related to adhesion? Discuss in the PROGLU3D 3D Printbed Adhesive forum thread over at 3DPB.com.