3DFashion - Tackiness

Tackiness–Elements Stick or 3D Print Feels Sticky

Tackiness on a 3D print

Tackiness of 3D print with thin wall may stick together when pressing on the print or may feel sticky to the touch.

Possible Causes and Solutions

Printing with Flexible Printing Materials

Printing with flexible printing material can cause tackiness on 3D prints.

Tackiness on a blue 3D print

Solution: Increase the wall sizes of the elements of the 3D print. This can reduce the effect of the walls sticking together when pressed.