Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, we are joined by Rachel Minard of 3DXTech. Brought to you by PCBWay (jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).
ð Get 15% off your purchase at 3DXTech with code THENEXTLAYER from TODAY UNTIL MARCH 31. Visit jle.vi/3dxtech
Rachel Minard is a Product Manager at 3DXTechâa leader in high-performance 3D printing materials and technology. Rachelâs journey in additive manufacturing began with designing the Gearbox HT2, an industrial high-temperature 3D printer, and evolved into managing filament development, quality engineering, and product innovation.
In this episode, Rachel shares insights on 3DXTechâs cutting-edge 3D printers and filaments, and how they create reliable and high-performance equipment and materials for both beginners and industry leaders.
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00:00 Introduction
01:27 Meet Rachel Minard from 3DXTech
02:02 Rachel's Journey into 3D Printing
03:16 The Unique Degree: Product Design and Engineering
05:12 Diving into Composite Materials
08:56 Choosing the Right Filament for Your Application
18:34 Exploring High-Performance Filaments
27:52 The Rise of ESD Filaments
31:07 Common 3D Printing Mistakes
32:39 Importance of Drying Filaments
35:21 Exploring PCTG Filament
42:06 Combining Multiple Materials in a Print
46:03 Choosing the Right Filament for Your Needs
52:12 High-Performance Materials and Equipment
53:14 Q&A Session with the Audience
01:00:41 Conclusion
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In this episode, we are joined by Rachel Minard of 3DXTech. Brought to you by PCBWay (jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).
ð Get 15% off your purchase at 3DXTech with code THENEXTLAYER from TODAY UNTIL MARCH 31. Visit jle.vi/3dxtech
Rachel Minard is a Product Manager at 3DXTechâa leader in high-performance 3D printing materials and technology. Rachelâs journey in additive manufacturing began with designing the Gearbox HT2, an industrial high-temperature 3D printer, and evolved into managing filament development, quality engineering, and product innovation.
In this episode, Rachel shares insights on 3DXTechâs cutting-edge 3D printers and filaments, and how they create reliable and high-performance equipment and materials for both beginners and industry leaders.
ð Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: jle.vi/pcbway
ð Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast
ð€« Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: patreon.com/thenextlayer
ð¬ JOIN MY DISCORD: jle.vi/tnl-discord
ð¥ IN THIS EPISODE: ð¥
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Meet Rachel Minard from 3DXTech
02:02 Rachel's Journey into 3D Printing
03:16 The Unique Degree: Product Design and Engineering
05:12 Diving into Composite Materials
08:56 Choosing the Right Filament for Your Application
18:34 Exploring High-Performance Filaments
27:52 The Rise of ESD Filaments
31:07 Common 3D Printing Mistakes
32:39 Importance of Drying Filaments
35:21 Exploring PCTG Filament
42:06 Combining Multiple Materials in a Print
46:03 Choosing the Right Filament for Your Needs
52:12 High-Performance Materials and Equipment
53:14 Q&A Session with the Audience
01:00:41 Conclusion
ð CONNECT WITH 3DXTECH: ð
ð 3DXTech: jle.vi/3dxtech
ð Subscribe to 3DXTech on YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC9ur-CvVpSgBwcF3hJw1Krg
ð Follow 3DXTech on Instagram: instagram.com/3dxtech_social
ð Follow 3DXTech on X: https://x.com/3dxtech
ð Like 3DXTech on Facebook: facebook.com/3DXTECH
ð RECOMMENDED GEAR: ð
ðPLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: jle.vi/links
ðMy favorite thing to 3D Print: jle.vi/multiboard
ðMy favorite 3D printing "accessory": jle.vi/magigoo
ðCheck out the official TNL merch: shop.thenextlayer.com
â€ïž LOVED THIS VIDEO? â€ïž
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ð Use my affiliate links for your 3D printing needs: jle.vi/links
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