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One Nozzle to Rule Them All
Say Goodbye to 3D Printer Nozzle Wear: Print Longer with Tungsten Carbide

The 3D printer nozzle market is full of interesting materials, but tungsten carbide frequently comes up in community forums. Read on to learn why!

by Jomar White
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Prusa i3-Series Overview: The 2024 Models Compared

Unsure which Prusa printer is right for you? Take a look at the i3 machines and upgrade kits they currently have on tap!

by Gloria E. Magarotto
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Build It Right!
Voron 2.4 Build: 9 Tips for a Seamless Build

The Voron 2.4 is a relatively complex FDM printer you have to build yourself. Read on for tips for a smooth and good Voron 2.4 build!

by Gedeon Ang
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Hot Beds for Cool Prints
3D Printer Heated Bed – The Advantages

3D printer heated beds can improve the quality of your prints. Read on to learn how they work and how to get the best from them!

by Ken Douglas
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Fix or Flop?
3D Printing Repair: Use Your Printer to Fix Everything

With a 3D printer, household items breaking doesn't have to be an issue. Check out these 3D printing repairs for all manner of home emergencies.

by Benjamin Goldschmidt
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Failure Follows Function
17 Epic 3D Printing Fails & Why They Failed

Need a confidence boost? Check out these epic 3D printing fails that'll make you laugh, cry, and wish your printer could apologize.

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Not In My House
Cura Support Blocker – All You Need to Know

Cura's support blocker feature is great for preventing supports from being where you don't need them. Read on to learn more!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Lay It On
How Does a 3D Printer Work? – Simply Explained

How does a 3D printer work? Take a quick look at the process of what's also known in the trade as additive manufacturing.

by Tobias Hullette
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Fun, Fast, Fordable
Fused Filament Fabrication – Simply Explained

What is fused filament fabrication and is it different from FDM? Learn what it is and how it was developed!

by Herb Weiner
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A Duel with Lasers
SLA vs SLS 3D Printing: The Differences

SLA vs SLS: Two laser technologies, two similar uses, two different results. Learn the differences between the two 3D printing technologies.

by Emmett Grames
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Virtual Meets Physical
How to Design Parts for FDM 3D Printing

Thingiverse can only take you so far when you crave complex geometries. In this guide, we open the doors to geometric freedom by presenting the fundamentals of FDM design requirements.

by Brian Obudho
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Best of Three
What Is a Delta 3D Printer? – Simply Explained

You may have heard of delta 3D printers, but what are they really? How do they work? Should you get one? Here are the answers, simply explained.

by Tian Ooi
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Boot Camp
Ugly Prints Are Inevitable: Here is How to Learn From Them

This next part of our post-Christmas “new 3D printer” basics series looks at one inevitability of owning a 3D printer. You will, eventually, encounter duff looking prints that are not what you expect. It might not happen right away, but happen it will.

by Matthew Mensley
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Unleash the Power of Paint!
Painting 3D Prints: All You Need to Know

Painting 3D prints can add *the* final touch to your models. Learn how to combine 3D printing and the artisanal craft of hand painting!

by Guilherme Schendel
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Perfecting the Foundation
Prusa First Layer Calibration: All You Need to Know

Prusa first layer calibration is key to achieving successful prints on Prusa printers. Discover the secrets of this tricky process!

by Myles Vendel
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Pointing or Pixels
SLA vs DLP 3D Printing: The Differences

It's the comparison of SLA vs DLP, two popular resin 3D printing technologies. Read all about how they stack up against each other!

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How to Split a Model in Cura – Simply Explained

Did you know that you can split an STL file in Cura? Split models easily with this tutorial, which includes two methods. Read on for more!

by Tom Kray
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3D Printer Time-Lapse Video: How Best to Capture Prints

From TikTok to YouTube, time-lapse videos are all the rage. Find out how to create and get the best 3D printer time-lapses.

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Keep Calm & Print Recycled
3D Printers & Recycled Plastic: Can They Print Recycled Plastic?

3D printing recycled plastic reduces waste and saves money. Read on to learn how to 3D print recycled plastic today!

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Bob Marlin or Marlin Brando?
10 Good Reasons to Use Marlin Firmware

Marlin is the most popular 3D printer firmware for a reason. Discover all the reasons why you should use it on your desktop 3D printer.

by Lucas Carolo
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