Magigoo

Overview

Magigoo is a brand of water-based adhesives for 3D printing, produced by Thought3D Ltd (T3D), designed to secure prints to build platforms during printing and enable easy removal afterward.¹³ It targets both hobbyists and professionals, supporting materials like PLA, ABS, PET-G, Nylon, and engineering plastics through specialized formulas.³⁵ The brand is distributed in over 30 countries via 70 resellers and integrated with printers and filaments.³⁶

History

Magigoo was developed by Thought3D Ltd, with its first adhesive product released in 2015 to address print adhesion issues in 3D printing.³ The company, based in Malta, expanded its lineup after adding chemist Jean Paul Formosa in 2018, focusing on industrial users and growing to eight specialized glues within two years.³ It has won awards like the Malta International Business Awards in the innovation category and maintains a model of reseller distribution while developing new formulas.³⁶

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Magigoo products are made in Malta by Thought3D Ltd, described as 'Made in Malta' products.³ Production emphasizes R&D in 3D printing materials and chemistry, with all adhesives being water-based and free of hazardous chemicals to facilitate global shipping.¹³

Notable Products

• Magigoo - All-in-one adhesive for common filaments like PLA, ABS, PET-G, and Nylon; enables adhesion and easy release.
• Magigoo Pro - Advanced adhesive for professional 3D printing applications.
• Magigoo Pro PP - Specialized for Polypropylene filaments to prevent warping and ensure first-layer adhesion.
• Magigoo for Flex - Adhesive tailored for flexible filaments.

Reputation

Magigoo is viewed as a standard solution by hobbyists and professionals for reliable print adhesion without toxic chemicals or odors.³⁵ It receives praise for ease of use, multi-material compatibility, and long-lasting performance from one bottle.⁵ Some note iterative improvements over three designs to reach the current formula.⁶