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…
Creality has a reputation for manufacturing some of the best 3D printers on the market, and with the release of the Creality Ender 6, we can really look into whether its multitude of features is worth buying or not. The Ender 6 is a serious contender in the FDM 3D printing market with some unique…
3D printers have two main types of extruders, either a Bowden Extruder or Direct Drive Extruder. People get confused on what the difference is between the two, so I decided to write an article to clear up these differences. Keep on reading to learn more about this topic. What Is a Direct Drive Extruder Setup?…
3D printing is great for creating parts, but with some models, we might end up with broken 3D printed parts. This can be due to weak points in the models, which sometimes can’t be avoided, but what we can do is learn to fix these broken parts. You should glue broken 3D parts together with…
After you finish a 3D print, you notice some sharp lines in the middle of your 3D prints. These horizontal lines have a negative effect on the quality of your 3D print, so it’s definitely something you’d want to get rid of. There are solutions to try out to fix these strange lines. The best…
Getting melted filament stuck to your 3D printer nozzle can get quite annoying, especially since it can be hard to actually clean. Many of us have been through this annoyance, so I decided to write an article about how to fix your 3D printer filament sticking to your nozzle, whether it’s PLA, ABS, or PETG….
When it comes to 3D printers, enclosed ones are the best ones. Enclosed printers have many advantages that usual printers do not. For instance, their enclosure acts as a protective shield against dust particles. More than that, all the belts and moving parts remain untouched by hands, decreasing the risk of damage. One obvious benefit…
3D printing is a great hobby that millions of people enjoy, but we always have to focus on safety. In this case, we are talking about safety for the pets that accompany your household, which can include cats, dogs, birds, and pets in an aquarium. I decided to look into this topic in detail and…