00:00Alright, so we've all been there.
00:02You finish a spool of filament, and you're left with a mountain of empty plastic reels piling up in the
00:07corner of your workshop, feeling guilty about just throwing them away.
00:11Well, I went down a rabbit hole to find the best ways to reuse, respool, or just get organized, and
00:17I've found the absolute best deals for the top 5 3D printer empty plastic reels.
00:22Let's dive in.
00:24First up, we have a really clever two-for-one deal with this Christmas light storage reel.
00:28Now, I know what you're thinking, Christmas lights?
00:32But hear me out.
00:34This is a transparent, reusable plastic spool that's perfect for winding your leftover filament.
00:40It's super lightweight and designed to be tangle-free, which is a lifesaver.
00:45At just $12.41 with a 4.8-star rating from over 4,700 buyers, it's a fantastic, multi-purpose
00:53tool for your workspace.
00:55Next, this one isn't a spool itself, but it's an essential upgrade for anyone with a Bowden extruder setup.
01:01We're talking about this clear PFA-slash-FEP tubing for your printer's print head.
01:07If you're dealing with friction or inconsistent feeding, this tube can make a huge difference.
01:12The best part?
01:14It's an absolute steal at only $0.74.
01:18With over 4,000 sold and a 4.8 rating, it's a no-brainer upgrade that can improve your print
01:23quality for less than a dollar.
01:25Okay, back to the reels.
01:28If you're looking for a straightforward, no-frills, high-quality empty spool, this is the one for you.
01:34It's a standard 1-kilogram plastic reel, perfect for winding your own filament from a bulk spool or for storing
01:40those partial rolls you want to keep organized.
01:43The fact that it has a perfect 5-star rating from over 4,000 customers tells you everything you need
01:48to know about its quality and reliability.
01:51For just $9.08, it's a solid, dependable choice.
01:56Now, if you're looking to really organize your entire filament collection, this next option is for you.
02:02You get a 6-pack of these reusable filament spools, and they're designed with optimal airflow to help keep your
02:07filament dry.
02:09They're sturdy, easy to use, and have a great tangle-free winding design.
02:14This 6-pack comes in at $41.38, which breaks down to about $7 a spool.
02:20With a 4.8-star rating from nearly 4,000 buyers, it's a fantastic value for getting your workshop in
02:26order.
02:27And finally, we have another 6-pack of reusable spools, but I have to be honest with you guys on
02:32this one.
02:33The price is a bit lower at $27.99, but the rating is a major red flag.
02:40It only has 1 star, which is pretty unheard of.
02:44While the listing says they're for storage and winding, that rating suggests there might be some serious quality control issues.
02:51I'd personally recommend sticking with the higher-rated options we just talked about to save yourself a headache.
02:57So there you have it, 5 different ways to tackle your empty spool situation, from super cheap upgrades to bulk
03:03storage solutions.
03:04If any of these caught your eye, you can find links to all of them in the description below.
03:09If you found this helpful, please give this video a like and consider subscribing for more 3D printing tips and
03:15reviews.
03:16Thanks for watching, and I'll see you in the next one.
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