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Top Glue Sticks for 3D Printing 2023

The first layer of a 3D print is undoubtedly the most significant step in printing, as it not only defines how well the model will be supported but ensures ...

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Top PETG 3D Printing Adhesives for 2023

PETG (polyethene terephthalate glycol) is quickly becoming a top choice for light engineering applications, as it offers a strong combination of impact ...

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Solving Heat Creep in 3D Printing: 4 Easy Fixes

3D printing is an undeniably fun and rewarding activity -- but it does come with its own unique set of challenges. A common area for hiccups is the hot end, ...

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Installing and Utilizing the Ender 3 (Pro) Belt Tensioner

Intervening with Tension: The Ender 3 (Pro) Belt Tensioner If you own an Ender 3 or Ender 3 Pro, you know its efficient and reliable belts are what make ...

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Improving Your Prints with Cura’s Extrusion Multiplier: 5 Tips

The extrusion multiplier or “Flow”, as it is referred to in Ultimaker’s Cura, is an important setting that can have a significant impact on the quality of a ...

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What is ABS+/Plus Filament and Is It a Valuable Investment?

What exactly is ABS+/Plus filament? Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) is an amazing 3D printing material that has a long and storied history. Since ...

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The Bowden Tube: Pros and Cons, Top Choices, and Further Details

The two most popular types of feeding systems for FDM 3D printers are Bowden and direct extrusion.  Both systems work by gripping onto a plastic filament ...

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Top PLA Filaments with Glow-in-the-Dark Properties

The glow-in-the-dark filament is identical to regular filament except for one major difference: it emits light after being charged by light. By adding ...

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Tips to Avoid Pillowing: Preventing Top-Layer Issues in 3D Printing

Understanding Pillowing in 3D Printing It's possible that you've seen that the top layer of your prints is turning out uneven, ragged, and full of holes. ...

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Easy Solutions to Fix Elephant’s Foot in 3D Printing

Elephant's foot is an issue that can arise when 3D printing without a raft. It comes from the fact that the first layer of the print is a slightly bigger size ...

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Resolving 3D Printer Under-Extrusion Issues: 8 Easy Solutions

Under-extrusion is a common problem when 3D printing, and can lead to failed prints and lost time. It occurs when an insufficient amount of filament is ...

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The 3D Printer Stepper Motor: A Comprehensive Guide

Stepper motors play an essential role in many of today's computer numerical control (CNC) machines, such as 3D printers, CNC mills, lathes and laser ...

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