How to Join, Fuse or Splice Filament Together
How many times have you finished a 3D print, and the leftover filament on the spool isn’t quite enough to complete your next print? Or worse – you finished a roll mid-print ... Read more
Understanding Infill Density Settings in 3D Printing
Infill density is the amount of filament printed inside the object, and directly relates to the strength, weight, and printing duration of your print. Most FDM objects are not printed as solid ... Read more
How to Fix 3D Printer Stringy Layers (Best Method)
Stringing is usually caused by the print nozzle oozing print material as it moves from one place to another. The oozed material cools and hardens into thin “strings” – hence the name. ... Read more
How To Dry Filament for 3D Printing – Full Guide
Are you getting a slightly rough surface or noticeable stringing, under-extrusion, and oozing on your prints, or even crackling or popping during printing? If so, it’s likely your filament is a little ... Read more
How to Untangle Filament Spool (Best Respool Methods)
Tangled filament is one of the most frustrating problems any 3D printing enthusiast can encounter. It wastes material, leads to poor quality or failed prints, and can even be dangerous if left ... Read more
3D Printing Skirt vs Raft vs Brim – Which is Best?
Rafts, brims, and skirts are key tools for ensuring firm first layers and preventing warping for your 3D prints. In this guide, I’ll explain all the key differences so you can decide ... Read more
3D Print Not Sticking To Bed? How to Fix First Layer
Your 3D print not sticking to the heated bed is one of the most common issues with many 3D printers. Most failures of filament not sticking to the bed stem from a ... Read more
Clogged 3D Printer Nozzle? – How to Prevent, Clean & Fix
A clogged nozzle in 3D printing will prevent your filament from being extruded properly. A total nozzle blockage will halt your print entirely, causing a clicking or knocking sound as your extruder motor struggle ... Read more
How to 3D Print Overhangs & Bridges Over 45 Degree Rule
The difference? Bridges on the left, and the right is an increasingly proportionate overhang An overhang is a part of a 3D print that extends unsupported beyond the layer beneath it, creating ... Read more
3D Prints Warping or Curling Up? Here’s How to Prevent It
Warping is one of the most common problems encountered in 3D printing. It causes the corners of your prints to curl up, making them look worse, and can even cause your print ... Read more
Smoothing 3D Prints: How To Smooth PLA to a Mirror Finish
5 common ways of smoothing 3D prints include: Layer smoothing refers to a set of different post-processing techniques that help smooth out layer lines on 3D prints. You can use many layer ... Read more
3D Print Finishing Explained – How to Fill, Paint & More
Whether you’re delving into 3D printing as a business venture or striving for a smooth surface on your hobbyist prints, this guide will walk you through the optimal 3D print finishing techniques ... Read more
