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3D Printing Diary: Tips, tricks, and terms that have propelled my creations
Today marks the 1-year anniversary of when I received my first 3D printer. Knowing this has caused me to reflect on how much I’ve learned and which things I wish I had known sooner. Since I am not a skilled craftsman, one of the things that drew me to 3D printing was...
What to Do When Your 3D Print Won’t Stick to the Bed
A successful 3D print starts with a good first layer. The first layer is the literal “base” for the rest of the print, providing stability for the whole project and establishing good layer-to-layer adhesion. . Unfortunately, getting the first layer right can also be...
Italian Researchers: Eliminating FDM Support Structures with New Algorithm
As researchers from Italy present a novel system for avoiding the use of support structures in additive manufacturing processes, they delve further into an issue that continues to plague users who would prefer not to spend the additional time in post-processing...
Remote Home 3D Printing: Safety, Fires, & Failures
Unless you’re printing meat or something equally esoteric, your printer probably uses heat to do its job. In fact, the “hot end” is just that: Its job is to heat the filament prior to deposition. Unfortunately, the internet is full of horror stories of printers...
How to Dry Your PLA Filament
Moisture is one of the most dangerous enemies when you’re dealing with plastic filaments for 3D printing. Not keeping your filaments moisture-free can result in them breaking down prematurely, your prints getting ruined, or worse, your extruder assembly getting...
Escondido Public Library offers free 3D printing to the public
Escondido Public Library now offers free 3D printing to anyone with a valid Escondido Public Library card. Library users may submit a 3D object for printing online via a web form at www.escondidolibrary.org/3Dprinting. . The prints will be processed by Library staff...
Create something new with the Tiertime UP Mini 2 3D printer on sale for $349
Ever wanted to get into 3D printing? Need a nice, safe starter printer? The Tiertime UP Mini 2 3D printer is down to a price that definitely puts it into starter printer range. It's just $349.30 on Amazon, and it usually sells for around $560 or more. [button...
Whatever happened to the 3D printing revolution?
3D printers were supposed to be the future of manufacturing, with one in every home spitting out spare parts and bespoke widgets to improve our lives. While eager engineering aficionados may have one in the garage, the 3D revolution is yet to happen in the home. ....
3D Printer Not Extruding? Here Are Some Troubleshooting Tips
With so many moving parts that have to work together perfectly, there is a lot that can go wrong in a 3D printer. . In fact, one of the most essential skills for someone who works with a 3D printer is learning how to diagnose problems and troubleshoot them. This is...
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