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Lucas Carolo

Lucas Carolo is a member of All3DP’s Content Academy and contributing writer for All3DP.com.

Lucas Carolo is an MSc candidate in mechanical engineering, doing research on metal additive manufacturing technologies. An experienced product development engineer, he’s also a maker and passionate about home DIY projects. Unsurprisingly, he's a proud owner of a couple of 3D printers and a homemade CNC router.

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It's What's Inside That Counts
The Best 3D Printer Controller Boards

The controller board is the heart of any 3D printer. Check out our selection of the best 3D printer controller boards available!

May 30, 2024
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Tinkercad Tutorial: 5 Simple Steps to Success

Follow along with this Tinkercad tutorial for beginners to learn how to use Tinkercad in just five simple steps.

by Lucas Carolo Apr 27, 2024
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3D Printer Maintenance: 10 Tips to Maintain Your FDM Printer

Proper 3D printer maintenance is essential to keep your machine running and performing well. Find out what's required and why.

by Lucas Carolo Apr 25, 2024
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3D Printed Houses: 20 Most Important Projects

3D printed houses are a reality! Check out our selection of the most amazing 3D printed houses, buildings, and projects worldwide.

Apr 5, 2024
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The Best Delrin 3D Printer Filaments

Delrin Filament (POM/Acetal) is a unique material. Learn how it can be 3D printed, how it's used, and the best brands that offer it.

Apr 3, 2024
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What Doesn't Melt You Makes You Stronger
Annealing PLA for Stronger 3D Prints: 2 Easy Ways

When it comes to making your prints stronger, all you need is some time and more heat. Read about annealing PLA and PLA heat resistance!

by Lucas Carolo Mar 29, 2024
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3D Printed Food: All You Need to Know

Food is definitely the most delicious application of 3D printing. Let's explore the exciting movement of 3D printed food!

Mar 14, 2024
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Better Safe than Sorry
25 Best Arduino Cases to 3D Print

Protect your Arduino with a functional, customizable 3D printed case. Check out our selection and find the Arduino case to 3D print for you!

Mar 9, 2024
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The Best Arduino DIY CNC Router Projects

Arduino CNC Routers are fun to build and provide great results. Take a look at some of the best Arduino CNC projects available today!

Mar 3, 2024
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3D Printer G-code Commands: Main List & Quick Tutorial

Understanding G-code commands will unlock the next level of 3D printing. Read on to quickly learn the basics of this code!

by Lucas Carolo Feb 22, 2024
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The Best Free CAD Software for 3D Printing

Check out our guide to the best free CAD software for 3D printing, including picks for beginner, intermediate, and advanced users.

Feb 21, 2024
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3D Modeling Ideas: What Should You Model as a Beginner?

If you've started learning how to 3D model but are in need of 3D modeling ideas, you've come to the right place. Check out these cool ideas!

Feb 19, 2024
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Clash of the CADs
SolidWorks vs Fusion 360: The Differences

SolidWorks vs. Fusion 360: Dive straight in to find out all about the differences and which CAD program is best for your needs.

by Lucas Carolo Feb 12, 2024
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What Is a 3D Slicer? – Simply Explained

If you're wondering what is a 3D slicer, it defines a model and instructs a 3D printer how it's printed. Learn all about this software!

by Lucas Carolo Feb 5, 2024
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360 Alternatives
The Best Fusion Alternatives

Fusion 360 is great all-around software. Still, it's not the only option out there. Discover the best Fusion 360 alternatives!

Feb 1, 2024
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Fusion 360: Import STL – 3 Easy Steps

Importing and converting STL files to CAD isn't always easy. Follow this tutorial to learn the fastest way in Fusion 360 to import STL files.

Jan 30, 2024
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The Best Resin Printer Slicer Software

Slicing models for resin 3D printing has a few extra considerations. Check out our picks for the best SLA slicer software. Most are free!

by Lucas Carolo Jan 14, 2024
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Just Add Water
The Best PVA Filaments

Learn more about PVA, the water-soluble support material, and discover some of the best PVA filament brands on the market!

Jan 13, 2024
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Blending or Fusing?
Blender vs Fusion 360: The Differences

The battle of Blender vs. Fusion 360 is on! Read all about the similarities and differences between these two programs.

Dec 30, 2023
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Space: The 3-Dimensional Frontier
3D Printer Axis: The Basics Simply Explained

A 3D printer must move in three-dimensional space to create 3D objects. Read on to learn all about how 3D printer axis systems work.

by Lucas Carolo Dec 16, 2023
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