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7 Best Places for Free STL Files (3D Printable Models)

Finding STL files or 3D printer design files is an important part of getting some of the best 3D prints that you can create. There are definitely STL files that are higher quality than others, so when you figure out the ideal places, you can improve your 3D printing experience. There are a few places…

What is the Most Common Material for 3D Printing?

There are many 3D printing materials out there that you can make use of. I’ve 3D printed with quite a few of them such as PLA, ABS, PETG for filaments, and resins like ABS-Like resin and flexible resin. I decided to write an article detailing what some of the most common materials are for 3D…

Do 3D Printers Only Print Plastic? What Do 3D Printers Use for Ink?

3D printing is versatile, but people wonder whether 3D printers only print plastic. This article will look into what kind of materials 3D printers can use. Consumer 3D printers mainly use plastic like PLA, ABS or PETG which are known as thermoplastics since they soften and harden depending on the temperature. There are many other…

3D Printed Threads, Screws & Bolts – Can They Really Work? How to

3D prints are very versatile and many people wonder whether you can 3D print threads, screws, bolts, and other similar types of parts. After wondering about this myself, I decided to look into it and do some research to figure out the answers. There are a lot of details that you’ll want to know so…

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16 Cool Things to 3D Print & Actually Sell – Etsy & Thingiverse

3D printing has endless possibilities, especially when it comes to making money. There are so many items that people 3D print and sell successfully, even making a living from home doing it. I wrote an article describing some popular products that you can 3D print and sell, so you can hopefully get involved as well….

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Can Resin Prints Melt? Are They Heat Resistant?

While I was making some resin models, I wondered whether resin prints can melt or whether they are heat-resistant, so I decided to do some research into this. Resin prints can’t melt since they are not thermoplastics. When they get heated to very high temperatures like 180°C, they will scorch and deteriorate. After resin prints…

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What Types of SLA Resin Are There For 3D Printing? Best Brands & Types

When it comes to resin 3D printing, there are a few types of resins you want to get familiar with. I thought there was only one type when I first started. After some time, I noticed there are more types with some cool properties. For resin 3D printing, you can choose to use Standard Resin,…

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How to Make 3D Printed Cookie Cutters Successfully

Making 3D printed cookie cutters is something that many users want to learn how to do, but it doesn’t seem so simple at first. I decided to look into the best techniques on how to make 3D printed cookie cutters and share it with you guys. To make 3D printed cookie cutters, you can easily…

Can You Recycle Failed 3D Prints? What To Do With Failed 3D Prints

We’ve all gone through plenty of filament and failed 3D prints, so naturally it’s normal to ask whether we can recycle it. Many people wonder what to do with failed 3D prints, so I decided to write an article on it. Recycling is defined as the action or process of converting waste into reusable material….

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20 Best & Most Popular 3D Printing Calibration Tests

When I first started 3D printing, I didn’t know much about calibration tests so I just went straight into 3D printing objects. After some experience in the field, I learned how important 3D printing calibration tests are. The best 3D printing calibration tests include the 3DBenchy, XYZ Calibration Cube, Smart Compact Temperature Calibration, and the…