ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) is a popular filament choice for its strength, durability, and heat resistance. However, it has one notorious downside: cracking and splitting… Read More »How to Fix Cracking and Splitting in ABS Prints (Ultimate Guide)
The quality of your filament directly impacts your 3D print results. Even with a finely tuned printer, using degraded filament can lead to brittle prints,… Read More »Top 5 Things That Kill Your Filament Quality (And How to Avoid Them)
3D printing flexible hinges and living hinges in a single piece opens the door to creating dynamic, functional designs without assembly. From folding boxes to… Read More »How to Print Flexible Hinges and Living Hinges in One Piece
Glass beds are a popular choice for 3D printing because they offer a smooth, flat surface and produce glossy bottom layers. However, adhesion problems can… Read More »How to 3D Print on Glass Beds Without Adhesion Problems
Consistent maintenance is crucial for keeping your 3D printer running smoothly, producing high-quality prints, and avoiding expensive repairs. Just like any mechanical equipment, 3D printers… Read More »3D Printer Maintenance Checklist (Monthly, Weekly Tasks)
Under-extrusion is one of the most common issues in 3D printing, affecting both Bowden and direct drive setups. It occurs when the printer fails to… Read More »How to Troubleshoot Under-Extrusion on Bowden and Direct Drive Printers
Layer shifts and misalignments are among the most frustrating issues in 3D printing. They ruin prints by causing the layers to move out of alignment,… Read More »How to Fix Layer Shifts and Misalignments in 3D Printing
Many beginners assume that using 100% infill is the best way to make strong 3D prints. While full infill does maximize density, it is rarely… Read More »How to Make 3D Prints Stronger Without 100% Infill
Resin 3D printing offers incredible detail and surface quality unmatched by traditional FDM printers. However, failed resin prints can be frustrating and costly. Whether it… Read More »Top 5 Causes of Failed Resin Prints and How to Solve Them Fast
PETG is a popular 3D printing material offering excellent strength, chemical resistance, and flexibility. However, one common challenge beginners face when printing with PETG is… Read More »Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Printing PETG Without Stringing