About this deal
Firstly, Gloop! sells chemical adhesive that works for one type of filament, and their lineup includes only three different types: PLA, PET, and ABS. That might be okay depending on what you like to print with, or it might be a complete dealbreaker. Elmer’s glue is easy to apply – even a 5-year-old can do it – and is a very functional adhesive for using with typical 3D printer filaments like PLA, PETG, and ABS.
Another user who owned a PEI plate stated that he preferred to put a layer of glue before each print he would make. Eventually, he changed his build plate and now he doesn’t use any more glue. Keep a close eye on the initial layers of the print. Make sure that the layers of the object are adhering properly to the glue layer. If you notice any issues, such as corners lifting or warping, you may need to adjust your print settings or tweak the glue application for better results.Painter’s tape is even worse. It only works consistently on lower bed temperatures and is slightly harder to source than the other two. It’s the type of adhesive you should use in a pinch – not your go-to solution. That’s because the ‘purple’ totally dissolves in water and it washes off cleanly. Users think that part of the appeal is that it is not as strong as some of the other white glues. Many specialty glues do have restrictions as to what types of build plates and filaments can be used with them, which limits when they’re useful.
Although pricier, a multi-function glue offers more than just bed adhesion, and can save money buying a separate glue for attaching 3D printed parts together.
Books Multibuys
Overall, Layerneer Bed Weld has superb adhesion and makes things easy to pop off the print bed as soon as it cools. In other words, it works for both types of adhesion issues: over adhesion and under-adhesion. I rate it as the best on the market for all these reasons. Some glues can warp or damage the paper it’s applied to. Some common damages are crinkling, tearing, or discoloring the paper.