3D Printer Projects

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Print & Grow
3D Printed Hydroponics: 5 Amazing Projects

Why spend your time digging in the dirt when you could grow your greens in 3D printed hydroponics? Check out these awesome projects!

by Lee Lind
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Pass the PLAte
[Project] Recycle Your Leftover Filament with a “Plastic Smoothie”

Have a trash bin full of leftover filament scraps and failed prints? Designer Agustin Flowalistik shows us how to recycle 3D printing waste by creating a Plastic Smoothie, which can be used in a laser cutter to create vibrant objects. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Twelve Materials, One Print
The SMuFF Multi-Material Extruder: A Closer Look

Why 3D print with one material when you can print with more? This open-source extruder upgrade lets you use up to 12 materials in a single print.

by Matt Jani
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Clay Time
[Project] Smooth the 3D Printed Layers Away with Polymer Clay

Tired of seeing layers on all of your prints? 3D designer Bethany Weeks demonstrates how you can use polymer clay to smoothen out your 3D prints and leave behind an easily paintable surface.

by Tyler Koslow
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Modular on Mars
Project of the Week: Travel Terrain With This 3D Printed Modular SMARS Robot

Want to build your own custom robot with no screws attached? The 3D printed SMARS modular robot is the perfect project for beginners and seasoned makers who want a quick and easy introduction to the world of robotics.  

by Tyler Koslow
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Cosplaying Around
3D Printed Costumes & Props: The Most Amazing Projects

The customizability of 3D printing perfectly lends itself to cosplay. Read on to see lots of incredible 3D printed costumes and props!

by Karli Sutton
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Simple and Leafy
3D Printed Tree: 8 Amazing Prints and Projects

Whether you're designing a diorama or a medieval battle scene, you'll need some trees to set the scene. Check out these 3D printed tree models to find one that's perfect for you.

by Jonathan Witte
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Get a Grip!
[Project] 3D Printed Quick-Grip Trigger Clamp

Need some Quick-Grip clamps for your next DIY project? Forget the hardware store. You can 3D print a functional Quick-Grip trigger clamp with just a couple of springs. Find out how!

by Tyler Koslow
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EVA 3D Printed Your Own Carriage System?
EVA Open-Source Modular Carriage System: A Closer Look

This time we’re looking at EVA, a flexible, modular carriage system which has spun-off from the Rat Rig project.

by Matt Jani
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Vidya Games
[Project] 3D Print Your Own RetroPie Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch games console is an undeniable success. But, retailing for a few hundred dollars, its does require a significant chunk of change. Why not build your own for a fraction of the cost instead? Here's how (disclaimer: the PiSwitch will not play Nintendo Switch games).

by Matthew Mensley
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Eight-Legged Pumpkin
[Project] 3D Print a Creepy-Crawling Halloween Pumpkin Spider Transformer

Need to prepare decorations for Halloween? We've got you covered with this spooky 3D printed Pumpkin Spider Transformer designed by William Bruning.

by Tyler Koslow
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Great Scott!
[Project] Turn Back Time with a 3D Printed Delorean Clock From ‘Back to the Future’

Have you always wanted to travel through time like Marty McFly and Doc Brown in 'Back to the Future'? Well, Great Scott! Now you can with this amazing 3D printed Delorean clock. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Printing is the Key
Project of the Week: 3D Print a Key Organizer

We love key organizers. They not only look so much better than your average keyring, they are also very practical. Until now, you could find these tools only on Kickstarter or in specialized shops. Now you can 3D print and assemble your own. The project a great start for 3D printing beginners.

by Anatol Locker
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A Different Kind of Wind Instrument
The Best 3D Printed Wind Turbines for Your Backyard

3D printed wind turbines can be great for teaching, learning, or just setting up a pretty useful model. Read about our top picks.

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Recycle Your PET!
The Petalot PET Bottle Recycling System: A Closer Look

Petalot is an open source recycling system to help you make your own PET 3D printing filament from old plastic bottles.

by Matt Jani
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Hold on to Your Controllers!
Best 3D Printed Xbox Series X/S Accessories

If you're lucky enough to already have the Xbox Series X/S, check out our list of 3D printed Xbox accessories to upgrade your setup even more!

by Nathan Mattiske
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No More Overhang Hangover
Mod Your Prusa for 4-Axis 3D Printing: A Closer Look

Print 90° overhangs without support material using this open-source Prusa mod!

by Matt Jani
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PLA Glue Gun
[Project] 3D Printing Sticks for PLA Hot Glue Gun

Who needs a 3D printer when you have a hot glue gun? This Hackaday project from Donald Papp shows us how to use molten PLA filament to glue 3D printed objects together.

by Tyler Koslow
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Painting on Eggshells
[Project] Automate Easter Egg Decorating with the Sphere-O-Bot

Why paint your own Easter eggs when you can have a robot do it for you? The Sphere-O-Bot is an open source project from Evil Mad Scientist, and has been modded to draw intricate designs on your Easter eggs. 

by Tyler Koslow
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3D PCB
3D Printed Circuit Board: How to Make Your Own

Check out this easy project tutorial to learn how to make your own solderless 3D printed circuit board using conductive epoxy.

by Brian Obudho
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