The filament itself can cause stringing in your prints if it meets the right (or technically wrong) conditions. Specifically, you want to avoid letting it build up too much moisture. If your filament is wet, the fast-heating process of printing will cause that moisture to throw off the nozzle’s extrusion, leading to uneven placement and the creation of strings.
Proper storage in an airtight container — or at least in a dry area — should prevent or reduce moisture buildup and keep your filament from misbehaving. Of course you’ll still want to check all of your filament somewhat regularly (particularly before starting a time-consuming print) to make sure it’s doing okay, but keeping it away from dampness in general is highly recommended.
In the event that your filament does show signs of wetness, it’s still perfectly usable — you just have to dry it out first. The best way to do this is to use a filament dryer as it’s built specifically for this task. If you don’t have access to a filament dryer, another method is to place the filament in an oven for a few hours. But before you go tossing your materials in, make sure to look up the proper temperatures and times to use for the type of filament you have. These values can vary between types, and you don’t want to accidentally ruin your supplies (or your oven).
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