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Teire Filament - 1kg spool of biodegradable composite filament in natural beige/sand color

Biodegradable Composite Filaments

Teire Filament

Biodegradable composite filaments for reef, freshwater, and marine aquarium applications. Safe for fish and invertebrates.

Reef Grade — SaltwaterStable Grade — Freshwater
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Two specialized formulations designed for different aquatic environments

Saltwater

Reef Grade

For reef aquariums and marine environments

Reef Grade is a structurally stable composite filament designed for saltwater reef environments. It prioritizes long-term mechanical integrity while supporting controlled surface-level biological interaction typical of reef chemistry.

Suitable for SPS and LPS reef systems, coral farms, and marine research, this material is engineered so the structure remains mechanically sound independently of coral growth, with gradual biological interaction acting as an enhancement rather than a requirement.

Best for:

  • Reef aquariums (SPS & LPS)
  • Coral propagation & farms
  • Marine research and reef prototyping

Specs: 1.75 mm • 1 kg spool • Natural/Sand color

Early access pricing
Request Reef Grade

Shipping is not included in the pre-order price. Shipping costs will be calculated and charged separately prior to dispatch, based on destination and package weight.

Freshwater

Stable Grade

For freshwater and planted aquariums

Stable Grade is a stability-first composite filament developed for freshwater, planted, and mixed aquarium systems where long-term geometry and mechanical persistence are critical.

The formulation minimizes material transformation and biological interaction, making it suitable for environments where mineralization is limited or undesirable, and where the structure is expected to remain dimensionally stable over extended periods.

Best for:

  • Freshwater aquariums
  • Planted tanks
  • Long-life aquarium structures
  • Systems requiring minimal material change

Specs: 1.75 mm • 1 kg spool • Natural/Sand color

Early access pricing
Request Stable Grade

Shipping is not included in the pre-order price. Shipping costs will be calculated and charged separately prior to dispatch, based on destination and package weight.

What these filaments are

These are material systems, not generic PLA filaments. Teire Filaments are specifically designed for aquarium architecture, marine environments, and research prototyping applications.

Safe for fish, invertebrates, and corals. Use them to create custom aquarium structures, hides, caves, decorative elements, coral plugs, and reef substrates.

Reef Grade is optimized for saltwater environments with controlled biological interaction for reef tanks and coral farms. Stable Grade is formulated for freshwater systems where dimensional stability and minimal material transformation are priorities.

Key features

Aquarium & reef safe

  • Safe for fish and invertebrates
  • Non-toxic in aquatic environments

Environment-specific formulations

  • Reef Grade for saltwater
  • Stable Grade for freshwater

Surface & micro-structure focused

  • Optimized surface texture
  • Promotes biological attachment

Biodegradable material concept

  • Engineered for functional transformation
  • No permanent plastic residue

What you can print

Aquarium hides and caves
Fish shelters and structures
Coral plugs / "fungi" style forms
Settlement tiles
Custom aquarium decorations
Reef structures
Research geometries
Lab prototypes

Transparency & expectations

  • Safe for use in aquariums with fish and invertebrates
  • Pre-order is for early access / pilot batches
  • Intended for R&D, aquarium, and controlled marine contexts
  • Different water conditions can affect how the material performs over time.

    For example, parts used in saltwater reef systems are designed for biological interaction, while parts used in freshwater or planted tanks are optimized for long-term stability.

  • Designed as a foundational material for reef and aquarium structures.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Both Reef Grade and Stable Grade are designed to be non-toxic and safe for fish, shrimp, snails, and other aquarium inhabitants. They do not leach harmful substances into the water.

Both grades are compatible with most standard FDM/FFF 3D printers. Recommended nozzle temperature and bed settings will be provided with each batch.

Reef Grade is optimized for saltwater reef environments with controlled surface-level biological interaction. Stable Grade is designed for freshwater and planted tanks where long-term dimensional stability is critical with minimal material transformation.

Early access batches ship within 8-12 weeks of order confirmation. Exact timing depends on production cycles.

Pre-orders can be cancelled before production begins. Refund policy details are provided at checkout.

Yes. Institutional and bulk pricing will be available after the pilot phase. Contact us for early arrangements.

Request access to the first production batch.

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