There are two options for infill percentages. 100% or 0% (for any infill pattern except lightning). 100% percent will create clear solid objects and is the best option for functional parts. However, for large parts, the amount of filament used will be high. The alternative is to use no ...
One of the most obvious indicators that your PLA filament is too moist is that you hear clear popping sounds when printing. This is due to the water in the filament heating up, expanding, and vaporizing. You may also see some steam from the melt zone. Poor Layer Adhesion If you find t...
This 18.5 cup box I found at Walmart is wide enough to hold a full 1KG spool. If you’re ready for a little DIY, you can add a spool holder and PTFE connector to use this as a dry box while you print. Method 4: Use vacuum bags to reseal filament. (Image credit: Tom's Har...
It can be frustrating when your nozzle is not extruding properly due to accumulated dirt and filament remains. This issue can occur even in thebest 3D printers, and you can notice it when you see uneven or complete disruption of the flow of filament which affects the quality of the print. ...
(used to make the design in the images here) produces sharp lines with a slightly “eroded” look overall. This is very much like the result of inking with a stamp printed in PLA. With a stamp printed in flex filament, inking gives much more even results, and we suspect the same ...
If you have a 3D printer (or access to one)... * yes, these are glow in the dark too Hmm, Idohave a 3D printer and some glow-in-the-dark filament. I'm thinking that if I have two gcode files, one for the number and one for the cap with the 0.300 recess for the number, ...
FDM works using a plastic filament which is unwound from a spool and is supplied to an extrusion nozzle which can turn the flow on and off. The nozzle is heated to melt the material and can be moved in both horizontal and vertical directions by a numerically controlled mechanism. The object...
For enthusiasts seeking to produce smoother prints right from the start, theAnkerMake M5C 3D Printerstands out. Its capability to print at up to 300℃ withAnkerMake PLA+ Filamentallows for a superior printing experience. The printer's all-metal hotend ensures consistent high-temperature performance...
Electricity runs through a tungsten filament housed inside a glass sphere. Because the filament is so thin, it offers a good bit of resistance to the electricity, and this resistance turns electrical energy into heat. The heat is enough to make the filament glow white-hot. Unfortunately, this...
3D printing allows you to create all sorts of unique and intricate molds for vacuum forming. Just remember to use a high-temperature filament when printing your mold to withstand the heat. Sanding the surface of your 3D print will give you a smoother mold and a better result on your final...