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How to Use Retract at Layer Change in 3D Printing

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…

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9 Ways How to Fix 3D Print Brim Not Sticking

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…

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5 Ways How to Fix Supports too Strong to Remove – Easy Removal

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…

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7 Ways How to Fix 3D Printer Belt Slipping

Several factors contribute to making 3D print quality good or bad, one such thing is the properly operating 3D printer belts. 3D printer belt slipping is an issue faced by many users and this article has some tips and tricks that can help you out. To fix your 3D printer belt slipping, tighten the belts…

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6 Ways How to Fix 3D Printer Retraction Squeak

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…

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3 Ways How to Use a Temperature Tower for Optimal 3D Prints

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…

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How to Use Wipe While Retracting Setting – PrusaSlicer & Cura

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…

Creality K1 Max on Sale – Better Pricing & Features – Amazon Prime Day (Sponsored)

Shenzhen, July 10 – Creality, a leading manufacturer of 3D printers, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest product, the K1 Max 3D Printer. With a better price and innovative features, the K1 Max aims to make high-quality 3D printing accessible to a wider audience. The K1 Max was priced at $999 when…

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When Should I Use Supports on 3D Prints? 6 Reasons

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…