https://all3dp.com/feed/newsfeed All About 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing https://all3dp.com/4/siraya-tech-launches-dedicated-breakaway-support-filaments-for-nylon-ppa-and-pet/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:03:14 +0000 Support PET Ivory and Support PPA Ivory come as 1 kg spools and are designed for supporting engineering filaments on multi-material printers. Both are available through Amazon, rather than Siraya Tech’s own store. https://all3dp.com/4/creality-ender-3-v3-mega-print-420-mm-single-piece-models-at-500-mm-s-without-gluing/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:43 +0000 Eliminate slicing, gluing, and visible seams on large prints with the Creality Ender-3 V3 Mega, featuring a massive build volume and dual Y-motor stability. https://all3dp.com/4/print-up-to-75-faster-eufymake-e1-update-unlocks-bidirectional-printing-and-more/ Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:29 +0000 Bidirectional printing, a guided design flow, and flexible ink arrive in a multitude of updates for Anker eufyMake's desktop UV printer. https://all3dp.com/4/new-app-turns-g-code-into-studio-product-photos-but-wed-still-like-to-see-the-real-thing/ Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:12:22 +0000 We tested this new app that renders photorealistic images of 3D prints without actually printing them. Handy for sellers, perhaps less so for those of us who want to see what we're really downloading. https://all3dp.com/4/ditch-the-glue-researchers-find-c-shaped-joints-outperform-dovetails-in-pla-prints/ Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:01:27 +0000 Testing three interlocking joint designs for PLA part strength, researchers find that the shape and size of a connection makes a big difference. https://all3dp.com/4/ditch-the-paintbrush-the-flashforge-cj270-prints-10-million-colors-on-your-desk/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:15 +0000 This compact photopolymer printer deposits seven distinct resins, producing hyper-realistic gradients, skin tones, and clear accents. https://all3dp.com/4/formlabs-form-studio-1/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:43 +0000 The professional 3D printing manufacturer is going after a new market with an affordable LCD printer, $29 resin, and a compact wash-and-cure station. https://all3dp.com/2/orca-slicer-retraction-settings-simply-explained/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:40:21 +0000 Can’t seem to get a print right without stringing? The solution might lie with your retraction settings. Here is how to get them right. https://all3dp.com/4/prusa-steps-into-pellet-3d-printing-with-prusament-pellets-up-to-60-cheaper-than-filament/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:13:31 +0000 The company is offering the raw polymer pellets used to make its popular filament, opening up new possibilities for large-format printing and DIY filament experiments. https://all3dp.com/4/snapmakers-innovation-fund-winners-include-true-multi-nozzle-printing-expanded-firmware-and-ace-pro-compatibility-for-the-u1/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:01:47 +0000 Some 66 projects community-built products and projects made it into Snapmaker's first consideration round for funding, with 20 selected for cash rewards. https://all3dp.com/2/best-cheap-3d-printing-services/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:42:49 +0000 From one-offs to small batches, these online services print your parts for less. Here’s how to weigh price against shipping and lead time. https://all3dp.com/2/how-to-calibrate-a-3d-printer-simply-explained/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:01:00 +0000 Your printer might calibrate itself, or it might need calipers and an evening. Here is what to tune, in what order, and what every term means. https://all3dp.com/4/the-creality-k3-aims-to-cut-multicolor-waste-by-85-with-5-second-nozzle-swaps/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:15 +0000 Featuring four independent nozzle paths, 20,000 mm/s² acceleration, and physical CMYK color blending, the $849 Creality K3 targets the biggest bottlenecks in multicolor 3D printing. https://all3dp.com/4/is-polymaker-liable-for-ghost-guns-california-files-first-of-its-kind-lawsuit/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:30:12 +0000 In one of the first tests of California's 2026 firearm law, San Diego County alleges Polymaker crossed the line into unlawful business practices by directly marketing its filament to DIY gun builders. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-teases-new-s1-handheld-3d-scanner/ Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:27:17 +0000 The 3D printing giant is entering the 3D scanning market. Could a simpler scan-to-print workflow be next? https://all3dp.com/4/3d-printing-saved-the-u-s-navy-200000-on-a-complex-underwater-drone-test/ Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:47:06 +0000 By 3D printing a custom waterproof housing for under $1,000, Navy engineers bypassed an expensive submarine retrofit to deploy a drone directly through a torpedo tube. https://all3dp.com/1/types-of-3d-printers-3d-printing-technology/ Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:02:00 +0000 Learn the seven main types and more than 20 subtypes of 3D printer technology, including FDM, SLS, MJF, SLA, SLM, and many more methods of additive manufacturing. https://all3dp.com/4/not-just-black-rosa3ds-static-safe-pla-ships-in-tool-red-yellow-and-lime-yellow/ Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:11:23 +0000 Rosa3D’s ESD filament now comes in more than black, and in a greater diversity of material type to suit different projects. Alongside PETG ESD, the Polish filament manufacturer now also sells PLA ESD. https://all3dp.com/2/blender-3d-printing-tutorial/ Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:55:45 +0000 Blender is the best free CAD software programs out there, but it's not easy to master. Using AI as a co-pilot can get you from idea to model faster. https://all3dp.com/1/new-model-splitter-tested-easier-faster-than-your-slicer-plus-its-free/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:23:50 +0000 We took the new Model Splitter for a spin and found it's the splitting tool we didn't know we needed. This browser-based tool makes cutting and adding custom seams incredibly simple. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-wins-four-patent-office-rulings-weeks-after-losing-27-6-million-verdict/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:01:31 +0000 Two weeks after a Texas jury found Bambu Lab infringed four Stratasys patents, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has dealt Stratasys a setback, finding claims in four of its patents unpatentable. The fight is far from over, but Bambu Lab is steadily chipping away at Stratasys’s case. https://all3dp.com/4/mears-sixth-velo3d-printer-is-a-bet-on-replacing-cast-marine-parts-with-am/ Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:43:22 +0000 Mears' latest Velo3D investment signals a shift from qualification to production, adding dedicated copper-nickel capacity for marine parts traditionally made by casting. https://all3dp.com/1/5-free-blender-add-ons-to-fix-3d-print-your-messy-ai-models/ Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:25:34 +0000 These free add-ons help bridge one of the biggest gaps in AI models: getting from a good-looking AI model to clean, watertight geometry your slicer can 3D print. https://all3dp.com/4/this-new-flashforge-dryer-is-the-ultimate-upgrade-for-creator-5-owners/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:23:34 +0000 Flashforge's VDS dries up to four spools across two independently controlled chambers, with Creator 5 integration as its main selling point. Shipping starts Oct. 20. https://all3dp.com/4/revopoint-fall-sale-2026-3d-scanners-for-metrology-3d-printing-more-are-up-to-40-off/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000 Fall is here, and while your wardrobe might be getting a seasonal refresh, why should your 3D scanning setup miss out? https://all3dp.com/2/cura-petg-settings-profile/ Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:46:00 +0000 If you're a Cura slicer enthusiast, learn to how to translate PETG printing principles into practical slicer settings. https://all3dp.com/2/beginner-s-guide-to-painting-3d-prints-pla-abs/ Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:02:09 +0000 Want multicolor prints without a multicolor 3D printer? Paint them! Here's how to sand, prime, and paint your PLA prints for a smooth, pro finish. https://all3dp.com/4/inside-the-new-elemento-tc5-the-5-tool-giant-taking-on-massive-3d-prints/ Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:26:04 +0000 Five independent print heads, a 1.1-meter-wide build area, and support for both 1.75- and 2.85-mm filament put Fabbrix’s latest Elemento firmly at the industrial end of the toolchanger spectrum. https://all3dp.com/2/pla-smoothing-a-beginner-s-guide/ Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:05:07 +0000 From sanding and heat guns to epoxy coatings, here's every legitimate way to get rid of layer lines on a PLA 3D print. https://all3dp.com/1/free-stl-files-3d-printer-models-3d-print-files-stl-download/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:54:48 +0000 Discover the best sites to download free 3D printer files. Whether you're a home hobbyist, 3D designer, or someone using a professional print service, our frequently updated guide helps you find the best. https://all3dp.com/1/useful-cool-things-3d-print-ideas-3d-printer-projects-stuff/ Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:45:00 +0000 Stuck in a 3D printing rut? Unsure what to print next? We've got you covered. Here are this month's 50 cool things to 3D print – as always, starting with 5 new picks at the top, followed by reader favorites. https://all3dp.com/1/3d-printing-additive-manufacturing-conference-calender/ Thu, 01 Oct 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/prusas-new-core-one-upgrade-lets-you-print-up-to-400c/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:57:45 +0000 The Prusa HT hot end is now available as a drop-in replacement for all stock Core One 3D printers, with the only exception is INDX-equipped machines (for the obvious reason that they don't use the Nextruder hot end.) https://all3dp.com/4/how-an-uncomfortable-3d-printed-dress-stole-the-spotlight-at-this-weeks-paris-fashion-show/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:20:07 +0000 Forget breathable fabrics, the future of haute couture is rigid, custom-extruded, color-shifting PETG. Just don't try to sit down. https://all3dp.com/2/substance-painter-materials-free-download/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:02:52 +0000 Textures make digital 3D models come to life, and they don't have to cost anything. Here are the five free sites worth bookmarking right now. https://all3dp.com/1/we-tested-meshy-7-1-does-the-new-ultra-4k-really-improve-3d-prints/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:00:56 +0000 We pushed the latest version of this AI model generation tool to its limits to see if the upgraded resolution translates into better geometry for physical models. https://all3dp.com/4/bambu-lab-launches-petg-matte-promising-pla-like-printing-with-petg-durability/ Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:30:23 +0000 The new filament combines a subdued finish with improved humidity resistance, easier support removal, and the toughness expected from PETG. https://all3dp.com/1/20-must-creality-ender-3-upgrades-mods/ Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:54:00 +0000 The older Creality Ender 3 series (V2, Max, Pro, and Neo) are still solid machines, and upgrading it is well worth the effort. Here are our recommendations. https://all3dp.com/4/ai-data-center-cooling-the-breakout-market-for-3d-printed-copper/ Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:55:53 +0000 With AI processors pushing traditional thermal management to its limits, metal 3D printer makers are pivoting to produce complex, pure copper liquid cold plates for next-generation data centers. https://all3dp.com/4/why-this-japanese-plan-to-3d-print-city-infrastructure-from-waste-could-become-a-global-model/ Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:54:42 +0000 What if your city’s next park bench was 3D printed from morning coffee grounds and discarded household plastics? https://all3dp.com/1/3d-printing-classes-courses-curriculum/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:01:00 +0000 3D printing has earned its place in the classroom. This guide rounds up the curriculum providers, CAD tools, and funding options to build lessons that inform and inspire. https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-woodworking-tools-jig/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:01:05 +0000 Fifteen community-designed clamps, jigs, and guides that print in an evening and outlast their store-bought rivals. https://all3dp.com/4/tooldance-x1-a-production-focused-3-axis-desktop-cnc-for-stainless-steel-titanium/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:00:25 +0000 Automated toolpaths, a nine-tool automatic tool changer, and a 1500 W spindle built for machining stainless steel and titanium, plus an optional 5-axis upgrade. See what’s behind ToolDance's upcoming Kickstarter launch. https://all3dp.com/1/top-metal-3d-printing-services/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:15:51 +0000 Our updated guide to top metal 3D printing services to help you order everything from stainless steel tools to gold jewelry to copper heatsinks. https://all3dp.com/4/pcbways-new-student-program-takes-50-off-3d-printing-cnc-and-pcbs/ Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:12:08 +0000 Students can claim up to $200 per project, and schools up to $2,000 per purchase, provided you run the gauntlet of an application review and don't mind a mandatory PCBWay logo on your PCBs. https://all3dp.com/4/shining-3d-launches-shiningspace-an-open-digital-platform-for-real-world-3d-assets/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:00:43 +0000 Discover ShiningSpace by SHINING 3D – an open digital platform designed for previewing, managing, sharing, and reusing real-world 3D assets and models. https://all3dp.com/4/what-do-you-get-when-you-cross-fdm-dlp-cnc-and-a-pellet-extruder-the-new-modular-printer-from-xyzo/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:40:56 +0000 UK startup XYZO has revealed an ambitious modular manufacturing platform that wants to print, machine, cure, clean, and inspect parts without them ever leaving the machine. https://all3dp.com/4/creality-launches-sermoon-p1s-3d-scanner/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:00:26 +0000 Creality is launching the Sermoon P1S today, a standalone blue-laser and NIR 3D scanner that joins March's Sermoon P1 at the forefront of Creality's pro-focused, but not expert difficulty handheld scanners. https://all3dp.com/4/beyond-3d-printing-inside-bambu-labs-new-standalone-laser-cutter/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:02:13 +0000 The R1 cuts wood, acrylic, leather, fabric, and paper, plus engraves on glass and stone. https://all3dp.com/4/snapmaker-collabs-with-phaetus-for-up-to-87-more-flow-with-new-high-flow-u1-hotend/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:34 +0000 The hotend uses Phaetus’ Liber split channel geometry to heat filament faster, and is capped with a DLC-coated hardened steel nozzle for tough performance. https://all3dp.com/4/prusaments-new-foaming-pla-how-it-cuts-print-weight-by-65/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:07:33 +0000 Prusa’s new actively foaming PLA promises lighter parts, more prints per spool, and a distinctive matte finish.