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3D Printing with Vinyl / PVC Filament: All You Need to Know

3D printing with PVC can be harmful and corrosive to your printer. But what to do if you still need it? Read on to learn more.

by All3DP
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Beyond Bambu Lab and Creality: Inside the 53% Surge in Budget 3D Printer Sales

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.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Foaming 3D Printing Filament Unlocks Up To 70% Lighter Parts

For lighter-weight drones, faster printing molds, and a host of new applications, 3D printing with foaming materials opens new doors for professionals and hobbyists.

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Topology Optimization in 3D Printing – The Ultimate Guide

Paired with 3D printing, topology optimization enables lighter-weight parts using less material but with high strength and performance. See how.

by All3DP
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5 Top Resin 3D Printing Services Put to the Test

Of the top resin 3D printing services, who has the best price, options, and easy online ordering? We found out.

by Jillian Veader
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3D Printing Injection Molds – The Ultimate Guide

Discover the cost, speed, and design benefits of 3D printing molds and rapid tooling for injection molding, vacuum forming, and other molding processes.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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The Top 10 Companies in 3D Printed Food

No longer on the fringe, companies making 3D printed foods and food 3D printers are poised to take on traditional markets with everything from 3D printed meats grown in a lab to 3D printed chocolate art.

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Best Metal 3D Printing Services: Our 10 Top Picks

Our updated guide to top metal 3D printing services to help you order everything from stainless steel tools to gold jewelry to copper heatsinks.

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3D Printing Lattice Structures – The Ultimate Guide

Move beyond infills to lattices for lighter weight, better functioning 3D printed parts and products. Learn the techniques and the top software tools.

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Is Carbon-Fiber PLA Pointless?

If you infuse one of the weakest 3D printing plastics with bits of one of the most durable materials, do you actually get a stronger result?

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Mechanical 3D Prints: Best 3D File Sites for Engineers

From robots and hinges to gears and drill guides, here are the best sites to find 3D files for mechanical parts for your designs or to 3D print.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Stunning Bronze 3D Prints Are Just a Step Away: A Quick Start Guide

No bronze trophy, statue, or jewelry is out of reach with the various ways to 3D print solid bronze or bronze-looking 3D prints.

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10 SLS 3D Printing Services We Recommend

Our recommendations for SLS 3D printing services where you can order functional and durable parts on demand.

by Ile Kauppila
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3D Print with Biocompatible Materials

What are the biocompatible 3D printing resins, filaments, and metals and how do you know when your product requires them? Let's take a look.

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Beyond Plastics: the Rise of Silicone 3D Printing Materials, Methods & Machines

Still a challenging material to 3D print, silicone is now more accessible as new 3D printers and materials enter the market.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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SolidWorks vs Fusion 360: The Differences

SolidWorks vs. Fusion 360: Dive straight in to find out all about the differences and which CAD program is best for your needs.

by Lucas Carolo
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High-Performance 3D Printing Materials Guide

From PEEK to carbon-fiber nylon, learn how to select the right engineering-grade, high-temperature 3D printing polymer for your manufacturing application.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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The Complete Guide to Copper 3D Printing

3D printing with pure copper and space-age copper alloys is possible with a range of metal 3D printers and services. Check out our updated guide.

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Xometry vs Protolabs vs Craftcloud Put To The Test

A side-by-side comparison of Xometry, Protolabs, and Craftcloud looking at technologies, materials, finishes, customer service, and prices.

by Jillian Veader
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Do You Really Need “Engineering-Grade” Filament? Here’s How to Tell

Learn everything you need to know about engineering-grade 3D printer filaments to find the best fit for your job.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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