Applying a high-quality surface finish to your 3D prints can be crucial in a professional or casual environment. Smoothing and sanding add to the visual appeal of a 3D cut and fortify and serve their purpose well, particularly when the cuts are to be painted, coated, or incorporated into other units. In this guide, we’ll…
ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) and PLA (polylactic acid) are among the most extensively used 3D printing filaments in FDM printing. Every material has distinct features influencing the prints’ quality, strength, and usability. Thus, knowing which materials are different, their properties, and how to use them is important, especially when using Snapmaker products. Whether for leisure…
Custom 3D prints allow designers and non-designers, or creators, to develop things they need and require due to design limitations. From functional parts to artistic elements, 3D printing is fully used during these creative practices, thus enabling greater customization. This blog provides the 3D modeling practical guidance, explains various techniques, and gives insightful bits and…
The 3D printer is undoubtedly the most trending equipment in the maker space. This is because they can print any digital image into a solid object. 3D printers are marvels of technology from which hobbyists and professionals draw great appeal. As creativity keeps coming, so does the need for more complex machines. Take the example…
Can you 3D print rubber? No. Wait a minute; that’s not the end of the story! Rubber itself can’t be 3D printed; you can print objects as if they were made of rubber using flexible 3D filaments. This blog addresses why rubber cannot be 3D printed while highlighting everything you need to know about flexible…
Within the last couple of years, 3D printing has grown exponentially, now having applications in various industries, including health, automobile, and fashion. One of the most exciting emerging developments is the dual extruder 3D printer. In this blog, we shall explain the dual extruder 3D printer, its advantages, and its limitations to determine whether or…
3D printing has revolutionized industries and home workshops, offering endless possibilities for prototyping, manufacturing, and creative projects. However, while the technology is exciting, it involves high temperatures and electrical components, which introduce potential fire risks. Although fire incidents are rare, understanding the causes and how to prevent them is crucial to keeping your printing sessions…
3D printing has quickly garnered attention among professionals and 3D printing enthusiasts worldwide thanks to its marvelous applications and ability to bring your imagination to life. If you have just started 3D printing, you may wonder whether to use a resin vs filament 3D printer. Each of them is a different method for the printing…
As 3D printing becomes popular in homes and workplaces, many users are curious—and sometimes worried—about the odors it emits. While that distinct smell may seem harmless, one naturally wonders if the fumes pose any health risk. Are the odors toxic, or are they just an unpleasant byproduct of the process? This blog will answer the…
You’ve bought your 3D printer and now are looking to start printing. Well, before you start, there is something you need to do, and that is 3D printer calibration. Calibration steps vary between 3D printing machines. If you are wondering how to calibrate a FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printer, this guide is for you….
