How much use will I get out of a plastic strand?

One plastic strand stretches to a maximum of ten times its original length once extruded by the pen. Start Eco-plastic strands are 6 inches / 15 cm long, meaning you'll get around 60 inches / 150cm of Doodling. Create+ / PRO+ plastic strands are cut at 10 inches / 25cm in length, providing you with around 100 inches / 250cm of Doodling - allowing for hours of play in each pack! The exact length will depend on how fast you draw and how thick or thin the line of extruded plastic is. You can refer to our our Gallery here to see details of how many Eco-Plastic strands were used to complete various Doodles and Projects.

Category: General Plastics & Accessories

Related FAQs

  • How do I reverse a plastic strand in the 3Doodler Start?

    Simply double click the large Feed Button (Stop / Start Button) to reverse a plastic strand when you want to switch color or when you’re ready to stop using the pen.

  • The gallery shows many colors of plastic! Can I use these plastic colors with my 3Doodler Start?

    Please note that the 3Doodler Start is only compatible with the 3Doodler Start Eco-Plastic filaments. The 3Doodler Start isn't compatible with any of the plastics designed for the Create or the PRO. To view our comprehensive compatibility chart, please check the following link: www.the3doodler.com/compatibility

  • Can I use 1.75mm plastic?

    No. The 3Doodler Create+ and PRO+ pens only work with 3Doodler-branded 3mm plastic strands. Likewise, the 3Doodler Start is only compatible with 3Doodler-branded Start Eco-Plastic filament, which are 2.5mm in diameter. Plastics cannot (and should not) be combined. Use of other materials not approved by us may result in damage to your pen, and will void your warranty.

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