3D printed parts come in all shapes and sizes, but in some instances they come as not very solid. If you are 3D printing an object that you don’t want to be very solid, then this is perfect, but what about when you want your 3D prints to be solid? To fix 3D prints that…
In recent times, there has been much activity when it comes to resin 3D printers and manufacturing them. Creality have stepped their game up by introducing the Creality LD-006 4K Resin 3D Printer. The tag line of this product is “Unleash your creativity – Open up new possibilities” which is a catchy, and promising phrase…
I went through a long period of great 3D printing with no issues, but then I started to experience my Z-axis starting to slip down and slowly fall while it was raised up. I couldn’t figure out why it was dropping like this, so I went to try and figure this out. To fix your…
There are many options when it comes to 3D printer bed adhesives, and it can start to get people confused on what they should be using. This article is going to try and simplify your options to narrow down what you should make use of. You can choose from different glue sticks, hairsprays, mixtures like…
The conditions for a good print start, quite literally, from the ground up. A good build plate is fundamental to ensuring your 3D model comes out looking great. It serves several functions like making sure there’s a level surface for printing and enhancing print adhesion. There are many materials for fabricating build plates, depending on…
People who think about 3D printing wonder whether a 3D printer can copy or duplicate an object then create it right in front of you. This article is going to give you some insight into how the pros can scan and duplicate objects that can be 3D printed. Keep on reading for some simple instructions…
3D printing on glass is something that works really well for build plate adhesion and getting a great finish on the bottom of 3D prints, but some people can’t figure out how to do it right. I decided to write an article about 3D printing directly on glass, answering the basic questions that should set…
Choosing the best nozzle for your 3D printer is something that people want to get perfect, but what does it mean to get the best nozzle for 3D printing? The best nozzle for 3D printing is a 0.4mm brass nozzle due to the balance of printing speed and print quality. Brass is great for thermal…
When it comes to 3D printing files, you may have a design that you love, but you want to make adjustments to or “remix”. It’s possible to remix STL files from Thingiverse with a fairly simple process of using software. This article will look into how you can begin to edit and remix STL files…
In your 3D printer, several parts perform functions to make sure the printer runs smoothly. Arguably, the most important component of all of is the hotend. Why? The hotend is the part that melts the filament into thin straight lines and deposits it on the print bed. It affects everything from the printing temperature to…