3D printers have come a long way since the early open-source RepRap machines. Now, you can get pre-built printers available in all shapes and sizes and with different firmware. However, despite the options available, some users still prefer building and customizing their machines. If you’re one of those, you can buy DIY kit printers like…
The “Retract at Layer Change” is an important feature that helps prevent unwanted oozing and stringing of the filament when the printhead moves to a new starting position is the “Retract at Layer Change.” Don’t worry if you’re unfamiliar with it; I’ll discuss how to use it in this article. To use the “Retract at…
3D print brims improve stability by attaching the object firmly to the bed. However, there are cases where the 3D print brim may fail to stick to the bed, thus leading to print failures. I will discuss some ways to fix this issue if you’ve encountered it before. To fix the 3D print brim not…
One issue that many people experience is their supports being too strong and hard to remove. This can cause issues and take a lot of time to remove, so I decided to write an article on how to fix it. To fix supports that are too strong to remove, you should adjust specific support settings…
You might have encountered a 3D printer retraction squeak when printing objects. This is usually a high-pitched noise that can be pretty annoying. That is why I wrote this article to explain why this might happen and how to fix it. To fix squeaking noises when the 3D printer is retracting, ensure you adjust your…
Many 3D printing hobbyists want to be able to use temperature towers for optimal 3D prints but need to figure out how as the tool can be complicated for those that are just starting. To use a temperature tower for optimal 3D prints, you can either use the calibration shapes plugin in Cura or download…
Many people wonder about the print setting “Wipe While Retracting” setting, but they aren’t sure how to implement this. I’ll be going through how to use the “Wipe While Retracting” setting in this article. To use the “Wipe While Retracting” setting, simply enable the “Wipe While Retracting” setting in PrusaSlicer. You can also do this…
Supports play an important role in temporarily stabilizing prints, which reduces sagging or collapsing when you’re printing. Sometimes, it can be a bit challenging to determine when to use them. I wrote this article to explain the scenarios when you should use supports. You should use supports when printing objects with complicated designs, floating segments…
Supports are important for successful 3D printing, but their removal can sometimes be challenging. To simplify this process, I have written this article detailing how to print easily removable supports in PrusaSlicer. You can make supports easier to remove in PrusaSlicer by increasing the X, Y, and Z Contact Distance. Opting for a Rectilinear Pattern…
Getting stuck on the boot screen on your Ender 3 can be quite frustrating whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user. This usually indicates a problem in the boot process or firmware. I decided to write this article to discuss how you can fix this issue. To fix an Ender 3 stuck on the…
