Stringing on parts coming from an Ender 3 can be a really annoying defect. Those little wisps of plastic can ruin the print’s surface and increase post-processing time. The good news is that you can solve this issue by correctly calibrating your Ender 3’s Retraction settings. The best Retraction Settings for an Ender 3 is…
One common problem people face during printing is when their printer shuts off during heating. This could be very frustrating, especially if you don’t know how to troubleshoot this problem. This is why I have written this article to teach you how to fix your 3D printer when it shuts off during printing. To fix…
Many people who enjoy 3D printing and dressing up in cosplay outfits are curious about the new trend of 3D printing on fabric. They want to use this technique to create cool cosplay costumes. However, they don’t know how to get started so I wrote this article to teach you how to 3D print on…
The Ender 3 has become a popular 3D printer for many 3D printing fanatics because of how affordable and easy it is to use. However, it can occasionally lose power, interrupting your printing process. I decided to research why this happens and some of the potential solutions. To fix an Ender 3 that keeps losing…
A lot of 3D printing hobbyists wonder how to smooth PLA with ease so that their prints end up looking the best possible. That’s why I decided to write this article, to teach people how to smooth PLA 3D prints with ease. To smooth PLA 3D prints with ease, you can either sand your model,…
Sanding is a very important part of the post-processing process. It elevates your 3D models and gives them that smooth, stunning final surface. However, you should be careful when sanding as not all 3D printing filaments can be easily sanded to give a smooth surface. The easiest filament to sand is PLA, especially PLA composites…
One common challenge that users face is achieving a smooth, professional finish on your 3D prints. While acetone can be a valuable tool, many people don’t know how to use it. That’s why I wrote this article, to teach people how to smooth 3D prints with acetone. To smooth 3D prints with acetone, you can…
One of the most common challenges that 3D printing enthusiasts face is getting proper bed adhesion. If your bed isn’t sticky enough, it can result in failed prints and frustrations. Fortunately, I researched some of the best methods you can use to solve it. To make your 3D printer bed sticky, clean the print bed,…
Starting a 3D print at a certain layer can enable you to fix issues with your print, add components to your print, or create designs with different materials or colors. That is why I decided to explore the various methods to start a 3D print at a certain layer. To start a 3D print at…
Some users often do not know how to properly store their filament. These filaments can be exposed to moisture in the environment, which could lead to poorer print quality, stringing, and even print failures. I decided to write an article on the best ways to store filaments. To properly store your 3D printer filament, you…