In the 3D printing process, there is a phenomenon called layer separation, layer splitting, or even delamination of your 3D prints. It is where some layers of your 3D print don’t adhere to the previous layer properly, which ruins the final look of the print. There are a few ways to fix layer separation, which…
Having gaps in the top layers of your 3D prints aren’t ideal in any circumstance, but there are solutions which you can try to solve this problem. The best way to fix gaps in your top layers is to increase the number of top layers in your slicer settings, increase infill percentage, use a denser…
A 3D printer is a fairly complex bit of machinery which requires good operation and maintenance throughout its life. Overheating is an issue that can plague your 3D printer. If this is happening to you, finding a way to fix it is very important. Keep on reading through the rest of this article to find…
If you’re in the field of 3D printing, you might have come across an issue of strings of melted plastic or plastic oozing from your 3D prints. This is called stringing and oozing, which fits perfectly. Fixing stringing and oozing is best done by having good retraction settings, where a good retraction length is 3mm…
Over-extrusion is quite a common problem that you find 3D printer users experience, and it results in print imperfections and poor printing quality. I’ve experienced over-extrusion myself and I find some great ways to fix it. Most people fix over-extrusion by decreasing their nozzle temperature, since it makes the melted filament less viscous or runny….
When you are 3D printing, one of the main issues that people experience is their 3D prints not sticking to the print bed, whether glass or another material. This can get frustrating after a while, but don’t give up, as I was once in that position but learned how to get out of it. This…
People used to consider 3D printed objects weak and brittle, but we have made some serious strides in the durability of these models. We can create a strong 3D printer filament that stands up to very harsh conditions. This made me wonder, what is the strongest 3D printer filament that you can actually buy? The…
Many people who are after a new 3D printer don’t necessarily want the latest model, or the largest machine out there. Sometimes they just want a simple, compact, mini 3D printer behind them that doesn’t take up too much room. With this in mind, I decided to write an article on 8 of the best…
You’ve finished your 3D print and come back to a lovely looking model, but there’s one problem, it’s stuck down a little too well. Many people have faced this problem, including myself. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to help remove 3D prints from your print bed, whether made of PLA, ABS, PETG or Nylon….
Put simply, magic numbers in 3D printers are layer heights which align with the Z-axis motor and lead screw properties, to give a smoother printing process. Rather than your layer heights being unaligned with the points on your motor, you can use these magic numbers to your benefit. To get the best 3D print quality…