3D Printer Troubleshooting

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TLC for Your 3DP
3D Printer Maintenance: 10 Tips to Maintain Your FDM Printer

Proper 3D printer maintenance is essential to keep your machine running and performing well. Find out what's required and why.

by Lucas Carolo
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Bringing the Heat
Klipper: PID Tuning – Simply Explained

In some cases, Klipper uses unique G-code from that of other firmware. If you're running Klipper, PID tune your printer using these commands!

by Jackson O'Connell
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The Secret Sauce Behind a Perfect First Layer
Mesh Bed Leveling – Simply Explained

Get a smooth, even first layer with mesh bed leveling. We explain the leveling process and show you how to implement it yourself!

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The Tip of the Iceberg
How to Clean a 3D Printer Nozzle: The Easiest Ways

The most important part of your 3D printer is the nozzle. Cleaning it properly is important! Learn how to clean your 3D printer nozzle.

by Jackson O'Connell
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Distasteful at Best
Filament Jam: Filament Stuck in Extruder – 3 Easy Fixes

Is the filament stuck in the extruder again? Check out our simple guide to stop filament jams from ruining your day and your 3D printer.

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A Multitude of Mods
30 Best 3D Printer Upgrades & Mods

There are hundreds of 3D printer mods out there, most of them useful, and some of them printable. Check out the best 3D printer upgrades!

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Crisp Corners
This Fix for Oozing Saves Time and Filament

Ditch Klipper's Pressure Advance tuning tower! The Pattern method is faster and more precise. Learn why it's better and how to use it.

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Taking the Right Path
The 10 Best Filament Guides to 3D Print

Smooth movement into the extruder is what we're after. Read on for universal and printer-specific (incl. Ender 3/V2/Pro) filament guides.

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No Slacking
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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Find Your Part's Inner Strength
3D Printing Strength: How to 3D Print Strong Parts

If you're going for 3D printing strength, there's more to it than strong infill. Read on to see a few key ways to get the strongest parts.

by Mark VanHorne
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Support Therapy
3D Print Support: How to Remove Hard Supports from 3D Prints

Love them or hate them, supports are an essential part of 3D printing. Read on for how to deal with and remove 3D print supports!

by Ian Mitchell
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Stay Dry!
Hygroscopy (3D Printing): What It Is & How to Deal With It

Hygroscopy is the unseen killer of 3D prints. Find out what it is, its effects on printing, and how you can thwart it!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Quit the Skip
Ender 3 (V2/Pro) Extruder Skipping: 7 Tips to Fix It

Ender 3 extruder skipping is a common problem. Read on to learn what causes it and how you can easily fix it.

by Pranav Gharge
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It's Not Always Straight Up & Down
3D Print Orientation: What to Consider for Optimal Results

Deciding how to orient a part on the build plate requires some consideration. Read on to find out the best 3D print orientation!

by Mark VanHorne
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Fast, Not Furious
How to 3D Print Faster: Tips to Speed Up 3D Printing

3D printing speed is a key consideration, as some parts can take hours, even days to print. Read on to learn how to 3D print faster!

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Tip the Resin Success in Your Favor
Resin/SLA Printing Tips: How to Get Perfect Prints

Resin printing allows for extremely smooth and incredibly precise 3D prints. Check out our resin printing tips for the best results!

by Matteo Parenti
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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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Stop the Grind
3D Printer Extruder: Grinding Filament – How to Fix It

Filament grinding can occur as the result of several other issues. Read on to find out what causes it and how you can fix it!

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Sinking into a Hot Reality
3D Printer Heatsink: How to Prevent Heat Creep

3D printer heat creep doesn't have to be the norm. Learn all about 3D printer heatsinks to prevent heat-related problems!

by Jackson O'Connell
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Can We Fix It? Yes We Can!
3D Printer Repair: How to Fix Your Machine

3D printer repair involves several different considerations. Read about the most common issues and how to go about repairing them.

by Ian Mitchell
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