3D Printer Projects

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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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Don't Lose Your Marbles
[Project] 3D Printed Marble Clock

Want to tell the time using marbles? In this project, Görkem Bozkurt teaches us how to use a smart rail system, marbles, and 3D printed parts to make an ingenious timepiece.

by Brian Obudho
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Float On
[Project] 3D Print Your Own Magnetic Levitation Device!

Instructables user and designer 3DSage has unveiled an amazing 3D printed Levitation Device that you can make at home. It's a crazy contraption that uses a magnet to make objects float before your very eyes! 

by Tyler Koslow
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On Your Mark, Get Set, Print!
[Project] 3D Print a Mini Steering Wheel for Your Xbox One or PS4 Controller

Want to make your video gaming experience even more realistic? New York-based designer Brent Scott has created a 3D printable mini steering wheel that you can mount onto your Xbox One or PlayStation 4 controller. 

by Tyler Koslow
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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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Fly High
[Project] Take Flight With This 3D Printed V911 Micro Flying Wing

How's the local weather forecast looking this weekend? Why not 3D print your own micro flying wing to soar beyond the kites and frisbees at the park. Designed by Thingiverse user drcameron, this RC wing attachment will have you soaring through blue skies with style.

by Tyler Koslow
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Commute With Style
[Project] Bicycle Bubble Machine

Bicycles might be a disappointingly mundane part of your life, but you know what would spice it up? Bubbles.

by Mika Yeap
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Let it Grow
[Project] 3D Printed Geometric Concrete Pot Molds

Got an itch in your green thumb? Use your 3D printer and concrete mix to create a set of geometrically gorgeous pot molds to house your next batch of plants.

by Tyler Koslow
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LEDs and Lasers
[Project] Make Your Designs Glow with a Laser-Engraved LED Acrylic Sign

Have you ever wanted to make a cool sign for your desk or workplace? Look no further, for here we have a step-by-step guide to creating an amazing-looking display, using a laser cutter, LEDs and acrylic sheeting, as demonstrated by pardy73 on Instructables!

by Emmett Grames
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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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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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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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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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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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Because Lego Is so Mainstream
3D Print Your Own Construction System – Introducing Polypanels

Polypanel is a 3D printable library of interlocking pieces that can be used to build all manner of functional models - just print some and you'll be building things in a snap.

by Mika Yeap
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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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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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Bombs Away
[Project] 3D Printed Mini Catapult Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci

Want a fun way to pass the long work day? This 3D printed miniature catapult by designer Oliver Chatwin is an amazing desk toy that will let you launch your boredom far away.

by Tyler Koslow
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Plant Magic
[Project] 3D Printed Levitating Plant

Instructables user Ananords shows us how to create a DIY Levitating Plant by using a 3D printer and laser cutter. The resulting project will leave your green thumb feeling more magical than ever.

by Tyler Koslow
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