Layer shifts in 3D printers can be very troublesome since they are likely to ruin the look and functionality of your whole print. Sometimes these layer shifts can consistently occur at the same height. This article will help look at the causes and then the fixes for this issue. Keep on reading for the details…
Cura is the most popular slicing software that works effectively for creating 3D prints. One thing that users wonder is what the red areas in Cura and other colors means, so I decided to write this article to answer that question. Keep on reading for information about colors in Cura, red areas, preview colors and…
The extruder motors on a 3D printer like the Ender 3 can get hot, to the point where it hurts to touch. There are ways to fix your extruder motor and other stepper motors getting hot, which I’ll detail in this article. There’s a lot of useful information about fixing your extruder motor and stepper…
Getting the best auto-leveling sensor for your 3D printer is a valuable upgrade for better first layers, leading to more successful 3D prints. This article will go through some of the best auto-leveling sensors that you can get. The best auto leveling sensor for 3D printing is between the BLTouch and the CR Touch. They…
The Flow Rate, also known as the extrusion multiplier is an important setting that can help you with getting better 3D prints. This is measured in a percentage, so the default is 100%, but you can adjust this in certain situations. I decided to write an article about how to get the best extrusion multiplier…
3D prints can sometimes have issues with the first layer edges curling or warping, leading to further issues in the printing process. This article will detail how to fix first layer edges curling on your 3D printer, whether an Ender 3 or another machine. To fix first layer edges curling, you want to use good…
The XYZ calibration cube is a staple 3D print that helps you to calibrate and troubleshoot your 3D printer. This article will take you through how to properly use an XYZ Calibration Cube and fix any issues you might be having. How to Use the XYZ Calibration Cube for 3D Printing To use the XYZ…
The Artillery Sidewinder X1 is a staple 3D printer that has helped users print some amazing models. One thing that can be overlooked though is learning how to calibrate it properly, so I decided to write this article to set you in the right directions to improving your 3D prints. You’ll learn how to calibrate…
The temperature on 3D printers can go pretty high, but in some cases, you might want to increase the temperature past what is the usual maximum point. I decided to write an article teaching you how to increase the max temperature on a 3D printer whether it’s the Ender 3 or another machine. What is…
There are plenty of slicers out there that you can use successfully, but people wonder what the best slicer is for the Ender 3 series. This article will go through some of the most popular slicers that people make use of, so you can decide which to go with. The best slicer for an Ender…