08-06-2013: taulman3D released "t-glase"
It was one of the first (if not the first?) 3D printing filament for desktop 3Dprinters based on PET
On August 6, 2013, taulman3D, an American company producing specialized filaments for desktop 3D printers, launched "t-glase" – an innovative 3D printing filament designed for use with amateur RepRap-class 3D printers. It was one of the first – if not the very first – PET-based filaments. Today, it remains one of the most popular materials for 3D printing.
taulman3D was founded in 2012. The company gained recognition for its innovative materials that expanded the possibilities of 3D printing, particularly in engineering and industrial applications. Initially, taulman3D gained popularity with the introduction of Nylon 618, the first polyamide-based filament designed specifically for 3D printers. Nylon 618 offered exceptional strength and flexibility, making it an ideal choice for engineering applications. It was soon followed by Nylon 645, which was characterized by even greater mechanical and chemical resistance.
t-glase was the third filament introduced. It was completely different from the previous two. It was intended for users who mostly printed with PLA and had lower temperature 3D printers. It was also characterized by lower shrinkage compared to ABS. However, its main feature was its translucency – something previously unavailable in 3D printing with FFF technology.
Of course, it wasn't full "true" transparency. The more layers were printed, the more the translucency diminished, but the material became a kind of sales hit.
Unfortunately, instead of utilizing its physical and chemical properties (as it is done today), early adopters focused on its visual aspects, printing semi-transparent vases, cups, and containers.
That's the old history... In more recent history, a year and a half ago, taulman3D was acquired by the chemical company Braskem and integrated into the newly established brand Xtellar.