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3D Printer Belt Tension: How to Tighten Printer Belts

The right 3D printer belt tension is crucial for quality prints. Read on to learn how to tighten your 3D printer's belts!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Prusa PEI Sheet: Smooth, Textured, & Satin – The Differences

Prusa Research offers a few different finishes for their PEI build surfaces. Read on for the differences between the Prusa PEI sheets!

by Jackson O'Connell
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It's Complicated
3D Printed Mechanisms: Rack & Pinion, Iris Box, & More

Complex mechanisms make impressive 3D prints. Read on for the best examples of a 3D printed rack and pinion, iris box, worm gears, and more!

by Jackson O'Connell
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OpenSCAD vs FreeCAD: The Differences

OpenSCAD vs FreeCAD. Both are free and open-source, but they're designed very differently. Find out which is best for you!

by Melanie Griffin
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New Free CAD App SindriCAD Beta Makes Surface Textures Real Geometry, Not Just Shading

Step up from TinkerCAD with this open-source parametric modeling tool that turns surface patterns into physical, 3D-printable geometry without needing a subscription—just keep in mind it's still an early beta.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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AI Continues to Impress
AI Image to Print-Ready 3MF: We Found Tripo Beats Meshy & Hitem3D for Accuracy

Tripo’s upgrades, Nano Banana 2 integration, and in-platform editing tools, let you tweak, fix, and export 3MF files without ever leaving the app.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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External Cutter, Inner Peace?
Creality Swaps Purge ‘Poop’ for Sticks with New CFS-C for K1-series Printers

Sidestepping its own upgrade kit for the K-series machines, Creality introduces a new way to bring multicolor printing to your K1 3D printer.

by Matthew Mensley
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Beat the Burn
3D Printing For Electronics? More Brands Are Rushing to Offer Flame-Retardant Filaments

Ensure that your 3D printed parts don't go up in flames by using flame-crushing materials that can actually self-extinguish.

by Jillian Veader
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Bambu Lab’s Chroma Canvas Software Now Beta — to Rival HueForge?

Bambu Lab is hunting beta testers for its new Chroma Canvas filament painting software – should HueForge be worried?

by Jonny Edge
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Bambu Lab’s New, Free Print Farm Software Streamlines Multi-Printer Management

Bambu Farm Manager offers a native, cloud-free solution for managing large printer fleets over local networks—designed for environments where control and security matter.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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G28 G-code: All You Need to Know about Homing

The G28 G-code command brings your machine's axes to their true zero position or home. Read on to learn all about the G28 command!

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PrusaSlicer Fuzzy Skin: How to Use It

Fuzzy skin can add an interesting twist to your 3D prints. Read on to find out how to best use PrusaSlicer's fuzzy skin feature!

by Myles Vendel
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OctoPrint Bed Level Visualizer: All You Need to Know

OctoPrint's bed visualizer plug-in is a great tool for calibration and troubleshooting. Learn more about OctoPrint Bed Level Visualizer!

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Belt 3D Printer: All You Need to Know

Belt 3D printers are on the rise. Find out what they are, how they work, and why you might want to give a belt 3D printer a try!

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Integrate Bambu Lab 3D Printers to Your Home Assistant

Want to connect your Bambu Lab printer to Home Assistant? Here's everything you need to know about how to do it!

by Myles Vendel
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Wood Laser Cutter: How to Laser Cut MDF, Plywood & More

Laser cutters are amazing tools capable of cutting wood. Read on for everything you need to know about wood laser cutters!

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Orca Slicer vs PrusaSlicer: The Differences

Pairing your 3D printer with the right slicer can help you get the best results. Read on to see how Orca Slicer vs PrusaSlicer compare!

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What's for Dinner?
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!

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Pegboard 3D Print: 30 Useful Accessories & Hooks

3D print pegboard accessories and upgrades for custom organization. Read on for our picks to improve your workspace!

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When Chrome Doesn't Work
Blender for Chromebook: How to Make It Work

Chromebooks run Chrome OS, an operating system incompatible with Blender. Read on to learn how to get Blender for Chromebook!

by Jackson O'Connell
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