3D Printing

[Solutions] 3D Printer Filament Not Sticking To Bed

Is your 3D printer filament not sticking to bed? The common root of this problems are:Bad first layer printPoor bed levelingPoor print bed temperature or materialIncorrect nozzle to bed distancePrint speed too fastPoor materialSolutions To Each ProblemAlways Start With A Good Bed SurfaceAlways start with a clean surface free of dust, oil and other residues. Clean …

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How To Prevent 3D Print Layer Separation

Having a bad print sucks. In this guide, we show you tips on how to prevent 3D print layer separation. Having these problems can lead to mechanical strength problems besides bad finishes.Top Potential Problems To CheckAlways examine your material filament before printing, and use good qualityDirty nozzleImproper model slicing or 3D printer settingsInconsistent nozzle temperatureSlow …

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Does PLA Absorb Moisture

PLA material does absorb moisture, and it’s very sensitive to water if not careful for 3D printing. We call this material property hygroscopic. The moisture in the filament will affect the print quality. Some PLA filaments do better than others when it comes to dealing with moisture. The best thing to do is to avoid it …

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How Has 3D Printing Evolved [Timeline Breakdown]

This is brief article we will discuss how 3D printing technology has evolved over time since the mid-1980s, and where the technology is at now. Let’s check out what has changed.Core ApplicationsFaster and more efficient method of making thingsIncreased efficiency – With 3D printers, you can print multiple products at the same time. This increases efficiency …

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Nozzle Clogging VS Hot End Oozing – Similarities And Differences

Nozzle clogging vs hot end oozing? Do you know how to tell the difference? In this quick read, we show you their similarities and differences.SimilarityUnder extruding – Not depositing enough plasticCompensating for under extrusion by increasing filament flowPoor retraction and bridging that leads to artifacts, overhangs and other combination of problemsDifferencesCloggingDried-up materials or other particles can …

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