https://all3dp.com/feed/newsfeed All About 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing https://all3dp.com/2/what-to-do-with-empty-filament-spools/ Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:55:06 +0000 Wondering what to do with all those empty filament spools? Check out these fun projects for some inspiration and new ideas! https://all3dp.com/4/from-damaged-propeller-to-3d-printed-propeller-in-4-days-with-specialized-reverse-engineering-software/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:46 +0000 A Brazilian engineering team used 3D scanning, scan-to-CAD software, and ABS 3D printing to recreate a damaged four-blade propeller for an industrial cooling system in record time. https://all3dp.com/4/new-shoebox-sized-3d-printer-for-ceramic-crowns-could-have-implications-beyond-dental/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:34:24 +0000 Shining 3D's new Ceramix-Nano is a dental crown-making appliance, rather than general-purpose 3D printer. Could this concept apply to other industries? https://all3dp.com/4/divergent-bets-big-on-defense-with-massive-new-printer-64-machine-3d-printing-super-factory/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:01:44 +0000 The 'Monolith One' is a laser powder bed fusion 3D printer with 24 kW of laser power, which Divergent plans to use for defense and automotive part production. No, it's not for sale. https://all3dp.com/4/procoloreds-x-one-folds-a-uv-printer-a-laser-cutter-and-a-sticker-maker-into-one-box/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:55:44 +0000 Procolored is offering up a heady mix of functions and features in the X One, including the notoriously dirt-generating laser cutting and engraving alongside the notoriously dirt-sensitive UV printing. It’s a bold combination, and one you should think twice before backing. https://all3dp.com/1/tpu-filament-quick-guide-when-to-use-it-when-not-to/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:45:43 +0000 Stop wasting time and material, discover exactly which projects demand the flexibility of TPU and which are better off with traditional filaments. https://all3dp.com/4/fed-up-with-enterprise-fdm-print-service-owners-built-the-29-5k-500c-r3-printer-to-challenge-market-giants/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:46:05 +0000 Los Angeles-based R3 Printing debuts a pair of liquid-cooled, open-material FDMs made in the USA and engineered for reliable, cloud-optional production. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-just-dropped-a-pure-pla-here-is-whats-actually-inside-it/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:12:54 +0000 Bambu Lab's low-emission, five-ingredient formula promises cleaner home 3D printing, but important safety caveats remain for your actual prints. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-anniversary-sale-includes-first-ever-discounts-for-p2s-h2s-h2c-machines/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:45:53 +0000 Bambu Lab’s nozzle-changing H2C and the P2S workhorse feature in discount-packed anniversary sale, which runs for the next few weeks through to July 15. https://all3dp.com/4/why-the-u-s-is-betting-4-2m-on-norsk-titanium-to-solve-its-submarine-part-shortage/ Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:22:31 +0000 By backing Norsk’s wire-fed titanium process, the U.S. is testing whether additive manufacturing can solve real bottlenecks in maritime manufacturing. https://all3dp.com/1/peek-3d-printer/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:27:05 +0000 Looking to 3D print with stronger-than-metal PEEK polymer? Our updated guide covers the material and the best 3D printers for the job. https://all3dp.com/4/ls-manufacturing-claims-%c2%b10-01-mm-cnc-workflow-for-medical-implant-components/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:35:45 +0000 As 3D printing pushes medical implants into more complex geometries, LS Manufacturing’s latest CNC claims point to the continuing need for machining, inspection, and traceability in implant-related production. https://all3dp.com/4/70m-in-federal-grants-to-additive-manufacturing-in-the-last-year-how-can-you-get-some/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:57:55 +0000 Navigating America Makes’ collaborative project calls is becoming the defining strategy for securing a piece of the nation's surging additive manufacturing funding calls. https://all3dp.com/1/3d-print-your-own-2026-world-cup-party-trophies-mascots-more/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:43 +0000 We dug through hundreds of World Cup-themed 3D prints to find our favorite free trophies, mascots, accessories, party prints, and fan-made keepsakes. https://all3dp.com/4/ditch-the-cnc-why-engineers-are-using-pcbway-metal-3d-printing-for-end-use-tooling/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:55 +0000 PCBWay's metal 3D printing service can create parts in aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and tool steel with full post-processing support. https://all3dp.com/1/3d-printed-gun-firearm-weapon-parts/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:03:13 +0000 Are 3D printed guns something to be concerned about? We break down the news, facts, history, and fast-moving legislative battles now reshaping the future of 3D printing. https://all3dp.com/4/creality-klitek-how-a-new-nozzle-changing-3d-printer-achieves-five-second-material-changes/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:11 +0000 Creality’s next-generation system combines ultra-fast material changeovers with five-second nozzle swaps to eliminate waste and enable multi-hardness prints. https://all3dp.com/2/best-sls-3d-printing-services/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:54:48 +0000 We uploaded the same test part to 10 online SLS 3D printing services to compare pricing, lead times, materials, and quoting quirks for functional nylon parts. https://all3dp.com/1/cad-by-conversation-how-ai-is-opening-up-script-based-3d-design-to-everyone/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:14:39 +0000 By translating everyday language into precise parametric code, conversational AI tools are breaking down programming barriers of to make advanced 3D design more accessible. https://all3dp.com/4/meet-the-makera-z1-the-1099-desktop-cnc-machine-designed-to-be-as-simple-as-your-3d-printer/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:00:24 +0000 No CAD? No problem. Use built-in AI tools to generate 3D models and toolpaths automatically. Preorder your Makera Z1 today to claim exclusive gifts. https://all3dp.com/4/formlabs-new-85k-fuse-x1-boasts-3x-sls-throughput-50-lower-part-cost/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:23:54 +0000 Inside the launch: All3DP spoke with Formlabs’ SLS product manager to examine the engineering behind the Fuse X1, its innovations, and its substantial performance claims. https://all3dp.com/4/revopoint-pop-4-kickstarter-closes-saturday-blue-laser-vcsel-and-3dgs-under-700/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:28:45 +0000 The company regularly launches via Kickstarter: that's typical. But the Pop 4 is a decidedly atypical budget 3D scanner, packing near-infrared, VCSEL, blue laser, plus 3D gaussian splat modes all in one. https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-fidget-toys-cube-gear-spinner/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:05:41 +0000 From print-in-place gears to mesmerizing geometric motion, we found the absolute most satisfying free models to load onto your printer. https://all3dp.com/4/crealitys-next-generation-of-3d-printer-to-be-a-klitek-powered-toolchanger/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:41:56 +0000 There’s a new toolchanger in town – or, rather, there will be, when Creality releases its next flagship printer, the K3, later this year. Powering the toolchanging is a new system the company calls KliTek. https://all3dp.com/4/why-this-14-printer-eos-deal-proves-metal-am-has-left-prototyping-behind/ Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:45:38 +0000 Driven by defense and energy sector part demand, Incodema3D’s latest investment underscores a growing industry-wide transition toward standardized, repeatable metal AM supply chains. https://all3dp.com/2/ai-generated-3d-model-best-tools/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:51:59 +0000 We tested Meshy, Tripo, and Hi3D to find the best AI 3D model generator—and discovered that pairing them with general AI unlocks the ultimate workflow for clean, printable meshes. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-refreshes-a-series-leads-with-new-a2l-large-bed-slinger/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:00:19 +0000 The company scales up its budget range further with the A2L, a larger build volume printer with H2-series module compatibility. Just don't expect a laser. https://all3dp.com/4/why-nike-is-dropping-8-limited-edition-3d-printed-air-max-sneakers-this-year/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:32:03 +0000 Nike is testing a new initiative that uses additive manufacturing to create a flexible, digital platform for limited-run sneaker designs and customer personalization. https://all3dp.com/1/3ds-max-free-download-alternatives/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:40:07 +0000 Looking for a version of the pro 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software Autodesk 3ds Max 2027 to download for free? Check out your options here. https://all3dp.com/1/useful-cool-things-3d-print-ideas-3d-printer-projects-stuff/ Mon, 01 Jun 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/ Mon, 01 Jun 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/1/why-pctg-filament-is-the-underrated-workhorse-your-3d-printer-deserves/ Sat, 30 May 2026 07:57:41 +0000 If PETG feels too soft and ABS feels too fiddly, give PCTG a spin — it might just redefine what “easy, strong, and beautiful” means for your next print. https://all3dp.com/4/crealitys-12th-anniversary-the-klitek-3d-printer-ai-powered-creation-tools-an-ecosystem-built-for-the-future/ Fri, 29 May 2026 11:25:59 +0000 Creality’s anniversary celebration includes new machines, cutting-edge tech, a debut on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and a powerful statement about where consumer 3D printing is headed. https://all3dp.com/2/temp-tower-cura-tutorial/ Fri, 29 May 2026 11:19:15 +0000 A temperature tower is quick, cheap, and useful. With one small print, you can learn a lot about how your filament behaves and dial in cleaner, stronger, more reliable 3D prints. https://all3dp.com/4/fillamentums-new-nonoilen-colors-stay-food-safe-and-fully-recyclable/ Thu, 28 May 2026 12:22:22 +0000 Fillamentum’s circular NonOilen filament expands with new colors that Fillamentum says keep the material’s reusability intact. https://all3dp.com/4/sinterits-new-bianco2-sls-prints-white-faster/ Wed, 27 May 2026 14:15:27 +0000 By switching to a 30-W CO2 laser source, Sinterit’s latest compact system enables high-speed printing of white, natural, and colorable powders. https://all3dp.com/4/prusa-colormix-in-prusaslicer-2-9-6-beta-paint-the-model-skip-the-setup/ Wed, 27 May 2026 12:42:15 +0000 Prusa Research has dropped a beta of PrusaSlicer 2.9.6 alongside an EasyPrint update, both shipping Prusa ColorMix – the company's take on the FullSpectrum filament mixing technique that’s spread across desktop slicers in the past three months. https://all3dp.com/1/flexible-filament-tpu-tpe-tpc-best-brands/ Wed, 27 May 2026 11:35:15 +0000 We've gathered the best TPU and other flexible filaments on the market so you can find the best flexible filament for your needs! https://all3dp.com/4/massive-orcaslicer-update-lands-with-z-anti-aliasing-stronger-gyroid-infill-and-a-cloud-of-its-own/ Wed, 27 May 2026 08:59:36 +0000 OrcaSlicer hit version 2.4.0 alpha on May 25, with a release that bundles a handful of welcome new features alongside something more strategically significant: Orca Cloud, the project's own centralized profile and synchronization platform. https://all3dp.com/4/large-format-3d-gantries-erectorbots-complete-a-la-carte-manufacturing-solution/ Tue, 26 May 2026 14:00:54 +0000 ErectorBot, a seasoned pioneer in large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM), has spent the past 12 years advancing deliberately and patiently – both in and out of the spotlight. https://all3dp.com/4/cold-spray-could-cut-copper-rocket-nozzle-production-from-months-to-days/ Tue, 26 May 2026 08:28:04 +0000 This hybrid solid-state manufacturing method bypasses laser-melting limitations to slash production lead times for complex aerospace components.