TLDR Review: ELEGOO Rapid PETG Filament Beige & Brown 2KG
Pros
- •Prints very smoothly even at high speeds (up to 300 mm/s) with minimal stringing and clogging
- •Produces strong, flexible parts that can withstand repeated bending without breaking
- •Easy breakaway supports that don’t compromise overall part strength
- •Consistent quality with excellent layer and bed adhesion, delivering reliable, clean prints
- •Has a pleasant matte to slightly glossy finish, offering fine detail and smooth extrusion
- •Runs flawlessly on popular printers such as the Bambu P1S
- •Retains typical PETG durability and mechanical properties, making it great for functional parts
- •Comes on ecriendly cardboard spools with helpful diameter-to-weight indicators and pinning holes for neat filament management
- •Performs well with standard PETG printing profiles and is forgiving on nozzle temperature settings
Cons
- •Limited color options currently, with only beige and brown available; users hope for more variants like color shifting or glow in the dark
- •Slight stringing can occur but is easily addressed with low heat during posrocessing
- •Requires drying before use due to PETG's tendency to absorb moisture from the air
- •Not suitable for very high flow or specialized applications compared to some niche higpeed filaments
- •Prefers an aletal hotend and slightly adjusted retraction/fan settings from PLA for optimal performance
Bottom Line
The ELEGOO Rapid PETG filament is a solid choice if you want a durable, flexible, and smooth-printing PETG that runs well at high speeds and offers excellent layer adhesion. Its eco-friendly spool and consistent performance make it ideal for both prototypes and functional parts. The main drawback is the limited color range, but if beige and brown fit your palette, this filament brings quality and reliability to your prints. If you're looking for more color variety or super specialized high-flow capabilities, you might want to explore other filaments down the line, but for most FDM printers and everyday needs, this is a smart pick.
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