FilaFab
Desktop filament extrusion systems that produce high-quality filament for FFF 3D printers from pellets or recycled prints, reducing filament costs by up to 90%.
- CEO / Founder
- Edward Clifford
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
Technology & Products
Key Products
FilaFab PRO 350/200 EX (Mk7); PRO 1000 EX; PRO 1200 EX; V3 Spooler; V3 Polymer Coolers (Dual Fan, Air Bath, Water Bath, Water Bath with Heating); accessories (e.g. Extruder Fume Extractor, Tension Module)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary extrusion technology optimized for ABS and PLA, with models like the PRO 350 EX offering higher power for broader polymer compatibility; reduces filament costs by up to 90% compared to ready-made options.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Enables on-demand filament production at a fraction of ready-made filament cost, supports recycling of old prints, and allows experimentation with materials and additives.
How They Differentiate
Offers tunable extruders for users needing customization and recycling capabilities, with models like the PRO 350 EX providing higher power for diverse polymers, contrasting with more user-friendly but less flexible alternatives like ReDeTec.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Hobbyists, makers, educational institutes, polymer laboratories, engineers, architects, workshops
Industry Verticals
3D Printing; Education; Research; Manufacturing
Competitors
ReDeTec (ProtoCycler); 3devo (Filament Maker TWO); Filabot (EX2, EX6); Felfil (Evo Extruder)
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
First prototype 2012; UK company D3D Innovations Ltd (Active, Companies House 08477168) trading as FilaFab; historical Kickstarter/Indiegogo crowdfunding (2014–2015). Current portfolio is V3 desktop extrusion line (PRO 350/200 EX Mk7, PRO 1000 EX, PRO 1200 EX) plus V3 spooler and coolers; About: 4 extruder systems, flagship on 7th-generation design; sells via filafab.co.uk e-shop with global shipping and education discounts. ~1 employee (Tracxn, Mar 2025).
Major Milestones
Launched Kickstarter campaign for FilaFab Extruder and Filament Winder in April 2015; Featured in 3DPrint.com and Fabbaloo for desktop filament extrusion innovation