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 EX; FilaFab PRO 100 EX; FilaFab Filament Winder; FilaFab EX 350; FilaFab Pro 100
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
FilaFab launched two successful Kickstarter campaigns for its extruders and winding system, with its latest campaign still open to backers through its website; the company has developed its first prototype in 2012 and offers 4 filament extruder systems plus spool winding accessories, with flagship products at 7th generation design; academic studies reference use of FilaFab PRO EX350 for fiber extrusion experiments.
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