https://all3dp.com/feed/newsfeed All About 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing https://all3dp.com/1/how-to-build-a-3d-printed-diy-drone-that-actually-flies/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:02:50 +0000 From quick weekend projects to high-performance FPV builds: This all-in-one guide helps you choose the right 3D printing files, mastering the best filaments, and successfully launching your first 3D printed drone. https://all3dp.com/4/first-look-at-the-scrap-1-desktop-metal-printing-for-under-10k/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:40:48 +0000 This compact laser-powered system promises industrial-grade results for small shops, delivering metal parts from a scrappy little company with big ambitions. https://all3dp.com/4/no-industrial-composting-needed-why-this-27-regenerative-pla-may-be-a-sustainability-game-changer/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:35:58 +0000 Even plant-based PLA often marketed as "green" requires industrial composting facilities to truly decompose. This new material breaks down in ordinary landfills in under five years. https://all3dp.com/1/autocad-free-download/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:35:55 +0000 Looking for a full version of AutoCAD 2027 to download for free? Check out our guide to see what your options are. https://all3dp.com/4/two-printheads-one-part-the-fdm-tech-promising-10x-faster-speeds/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:18:04 +0000 A new Kickstarter project aims to shatter 3D printing speed limits by coordinating two printheads on a single object. We dive into the clever software making it possible—and why that massive speed claim comes with a catch. https://all3dp.com/4/finally-more-affordable-mjf-sls-post-processing-solutions-for-low-volume-workshops/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:32:29 +0000 DyeMansion’s upcoming compact Powershot aims to eliminate the manual labor bottleneck with automated PolyShot surfacing for smaller workshops adopting systems like the HP MJF 1200. https://all3dp.com/4/never-mind-the-x2d-new-bambu-studio-update-adds-filament-color-mixing-feature/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:15:28 +0000 All eyes were on Bambu Lab’s surprise hardware launch of the X2D last week, but a software update alongside introduced a familiar color-mixing feature that deserves some hype, too. https://all3dp.com/4/atomforms-palette-300-promises-12-nozzle-color-printing-without-the-purge-waste-closer-look/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:15:05 +0000 Atomform's twelve-nozzle-changing 3D printer may be coming sooner than you think. We got up close to it at Rapid + TCT to find out how it works and what to expect. https://all3dp.com/4/uniontechs-north-american-strategic-milestone-muees430-pro-metal-3d-printer-global-debut-shines-at-rapid-tct-2026/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:01:20 +0000 At RAPID + TCT 2026, UnionTech officially entered the North American metal market with the global debut of the MUEES430 PRO, a quad-laser SLM 3D printer designed for high-efficiency batch production. https://all3dp.com/4/craftcloud-and-hp-launch-new-on-demand-3d-printing-service-to-accelerate-mjf-part-sourcing/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:49:22 +0000 The new HP 3D Printing Service, powered by Craftcloud's marketplace technology provides a single interface for instant quotes and orders from HP’s global production partners. https://all3dp.com/1/top-3d-printers-launched-at-rapid-tct-2026/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:11:21 +0000 From Anycubic’s surprise reveals to HP’s new entry-level industrial power, we hit the Boston show floor to identify the machines—and the shift from speed to material mastery—shaping the next year of 3D printing. https://all3dp.com/4/beyond-bambu-lab-and-creality-inside-the-53-surge-in-budget-3d-printer-sales/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:31:13 +0000 Market intelligence firm Context reports that the global 3D printing sector is finally shaking off its two-year slump, fueled almost entirely by an explosion in entry-level systems. https://all3dp.com/4/3dmakerpro-teases-turtle-modular-scanner-at-rapid-tct/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:02:28 +0000 3DMakerPro’s recent lidar-powered pivot to surveyal applications isn't total. At Rapid + TCT, the company showed off two previously unannounced 3D scanners prioritizing affordability and flexibility. https://all3dp.com/4/elegoo-to-make-good-on-promise-to-release-canvas-for-the-original-centauri-carbon/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:29:56 +0000 Two years and a whole alternate system later, Elegoo’s indeterminately delayed Canvas for the original Centauri Carbon printer is almost ready. https://all3dp.com/4/sourcing-hp-mjf-parts-just-got-faster-with-craftclouds-new-on-demand-printing-service/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:35:03 +0000 The new HP 3D Printing Service, powered by Craftcloud's marketplace technology provides a single interface for instant quotes and orders from HP’s global production partners. https://all3dp.com/4/sunlu-and-inslogic-team-up-to-announce-the-filadc-i10-at-rapid-tct-in-boston/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:01:52 +0000 At this year’s Rapid + TCT in Boston, SUNLU is displaying a broad range of products, including a large selection of engineering filaments, while also announcing a strategic collaboration with Inslogic. https://all3dp.com/4/a-40000-hour-life-4-lasers-a-look-at-uniontechs-new-metal-lpbf-the-muees430-pro/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:38:20 +0000 UnionTech’s new quad-laser system promises a 20% efficiency leap for industrial batch production, but how does it stack up to the flood of four-laser systems on the market? https://all3dp.com/1/best-online-3d-printing-service-3d-print-services/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:15:00 +0000 We put the best online 3D printing services that print on demand to the test. Find the service provider that suits you best! https://all3dp.com/4/elegoo-jupiter-2-finally-goes-on-sale-launching-at-rapidtct/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000 The Elegoo Jupiter 2, a large-format resin printer first shown publicly at Rapid+TCT 2025 in Detroit, is finally ready to launch, getting its final preview at Rapid+TCT 2026, Boston and available to buy now. https://all3dp.com/4/hps-new-mjf-1200-is-smaller-faster-cheaper-built-for-every-workshop/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:00:35 +0000 Alongside the compact MJF 1200 hardware, HP’s new 3D printing portal powered by Craftcloud offers instant, professional MJF parts to everyone—even those without a printer. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-x2d/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:30 +0000 Bambu Lab disrupts its own lineup with the new $649 X2D, packing pro-tier thermal control and nozzle switching into a compact frame that effectively makes high-end engineering far more accessible. https://all3dp.com/4/gefertecs-new-arc-10x-large-scale-waam-printing-without-the-massive-footprint/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:43:37 +0000 With no cloud connection required and a modular design, the new 5-axis system lowers the investment hurdle for industries prioritizing data sovereignty and accessible metal production. https://all3dp.com/4/for-sls-part-finishing-raise3ds-new-b520-is-challenging-formlabs-fuse-blast/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:01:57 +0000 The B520 at $10K may represent a competitive alternative to the Formlabs Fuse Blast, focusing on automating the final finishing step for SLS parts. https://all3dp.com/4/stratasys-just-unlocked-a-massive-material-upgrade-for-fdm-polyjet-sla/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:49:24 +0000 From aerospace-grade ULTEM to high-heat resins, five new material additions and AI-driven software aim to eliminate warping and scale industrial production. https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-warhammer-stuff-best-sources/ Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:55:36 +0000 Warhammer is ever-popular, and with 3D printing you can expand your collection! Here are the best sites for 3D printed Warhammer models! https://all3dp.com/4/bigreps-new-one-5x-makes-big-parts-faster-easier-plus-introduces-pellet-extrusion/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:57:06 +0000 BigRep evolves its one-cubic-meter platform with full XYZ automation and a shift toward high-speed pellet extrusion to slash industrial material costs. https://all3dp.com/4/cnc-kitchens-free-browser-tool-lets-you-texture-3d-models-no-blender-needed/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:28:11 +0000 YouTubing engineer CNC Kitchen’s open-source vibe-coded mesh displacement mapping tool lets you easily manipulate the surfaces of your prints. How does it work and what can you achieve with it? https://all3dp.com/4/flashforges-creator-5-toolchanger-takes-aim-at-the-snapmaker-u1-starting-at-649/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:34:21 +0000 Flashforge’s new 3D printer, the Creator 5, ditches IDEX to go all-in with four toolhead toolchanging. Reservations are now open for delivery in May. https://all3dp.com/4/revopoint-launches-metroy-ultra-with-metrology-grade-verification-and-starts-a-pop-4-kickstarter-campaign/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:58 +0000 Revopoint marks its 12th anniversary with two new 3D scanning solutions built for distinct professional needs: Meet the MetroY Ultra and POP 4. https://all3dp.com/4/are-fully-3d-printed-shoes-ready-for-everyday-wear-a-hands-on-pollyfab-review/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:04:30 +0000 I spent three weeks testing these seamless, 3D printed lattice sneakers to see if they offer real-world support or if they’re just a high-tech novelty. https://all3dp.com/4/artecs-new-jet-3d-scanner-digitizes-entire-sites-via-drone-mounted-or-handheld-lidar/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:31:44 +0000 Forget stationary tripods and GPS limits: Artec 3D’s first SLAM-based mobile mapping system delivers rapid digital twins of almost any environment. https://all3dp.com/1/autodesk-maya-free-download/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:16:03 +0000 Looking for the full version of Maya 2027 to download for free? Check out your options here. https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-toys-distract-kids/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:55:00 +0000 3D printing can be fun for the whole family – the process and the results! Check out these great 3D printed toys for kids (and grown-ups). https://all3dp.com/2/abs-acetone-smoothing-3d-print-vapor-smoothing/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:55:50 +0000 FDM 3D prints usually show layer lines. Learn about ABS acetone smoothing and how to get a totally smooth surface finish in four easy steps. https://all3dp.com/4/9x-faster-micro-3d-printing-inside-bmfs-new-microarch-s150-ultra/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:54:25 +0000 BMF announced the MicroArch S150 Series, pairing a new S150 Ultra with the existing S150 to create a two-tier accessible entry point into 25-micron-resolution resin printing. https://all3dp.com/4/stop-trashing-your-failed-prints-crealitys-filament-maker-m1-and-shredder-r1-are-live/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:00:05 +0000 Opening the doors to full material control within your 3D printing workflow, Creality's desktop filament-creation system is now live on Indiegogo. https://all3dp.com/4/prusa-launches-a-filament-drybox-with-museum-grade-sealing-for-under-35/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:11:09 +0000 Available now, Prusa’s Universal Storage System (USS) drybox looks like a “Swiss Army” box for filament storage, allowing external switching of desiccant, direct printing, as well as a hygrometer and thermometer for condition monitoring. https://all3dp.com/1/useful-cool-things-3d-print-ideas-3d-printer-projects-stuff/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:01:00 +0000 Overwhelmed by the many, many, many 3D printable models out there? Check out this month's 50 cool things to 3D print! https://all3dp.com/1/3d-printing-additive-manufacturing-conference-calender/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:47 +0000 Looking for additive manufacturing conferences near you? Check out the industry's most complete guide to 3D printing events. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-x1-series-printers-cease-production-enter-end-of-life-service-phase/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:46:19 +0000 Bambu Lab's X1 3D printer line-up has entered its end-of-life service plan, effective today. Owners of any of the X1, X1C, and X1E can expect firmware and feature updates through to May 2027 and security patches through May 2029. https://all3dp.com/4/snapmaker-open-sources-its-u1-klipper-code-with-a-day-to-spare/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:03:59 +0000 Snapmaker has released the modified source code for the three open-source projects that underpin the Snapmaker U1's firmware: Klipper, Moonraker, and Fluidd. The repositories went live on GitHub on March 30 – the final day before a deadline the company set for itself. https://all3dp.com/4/ams-workforce-problem/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:33:01 +0000 While machines have reached industrial maturity, a critical "competency gap" is stalling production lines—and traditional engineering degrees aren’t providing the fix.