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Stretch the Limits of 3D Printing
Flexible Resin 3D Printing – All You Need to Know

Flexible resin 3D printing allows for plenty more applications for product designers and at-home makers. Follow along to get started with it!

by Gabriel Boyd May 10, 2025
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Pan, Dolly, Track, or Tilt?
Resin 3D Printer Time-Lapse: How to Get It Right

Resin 3D printer time-lapses are captivating – the model is magically pulled out of a vat. Read how to make the perfect 3D print time-lapse.

by Gabriel Boyd Apr 27, 2025
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Tight Display
Prusa Showcased Its Filaments Functionally at Rapid + TCT

Prusa's Rapid + TCT booth showcased some of the company's filament in highly functional contexts, including a closed loop water system.

by Gabriel Boyd Apr 25, 2025
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To Smooth, or Not to Smooth?
PLA Smoothing: How to Smooth 3D Prints

Layer lines are a fact of FDM 3D printing. Check out our simple guide on PLA smoothing to learn how to smooth 3D prints and hide the lines!

Apr 19, 2025
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Print, Repeat
Ottomat3D Debuts its Automatic Print Bed Management System at Rapid + TCT

The new company plans to offer open-source print bed automation system following a Kickstarter.

by Gabriel Boyd Apr 14, 2025
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Classic Cubic Calibration
Troubleshoot Your 3D Printer with an XYZ Calibration Cube

Wonky tolerances or other issues? 3D print a calibration cube and follow our guide on XYZ calibration cube troubleshooting.

Apr 12, 2025
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From the Safety of Your Couch
13 Apps for 3D Modeling on iPad & Android We Love

CAD has gone mobile, and you are too! Check out our updated selection of apps for 3D modeling on iPad and Android.

Mar 30, 2025
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From File to Print
Best 3D Printing Services for Thingiverse Things

Want to turn a Thingiverse model into a real thing? Just upload it to a 3D printing services. We put 5 to the test.

Mar 3, 2025
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'Tis but a Scratch
3D Printed Chainmail: The Best Models to Create Your Own

3D printed chainmail is an excellent choice for DIY armor. Fire up the furnace (ahem – 3D printer) and read on for our top picks!

Dec 6, 2024
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First Impressions
Cura First Layer Settings: Initial Layer Simply Explained

The initial layer is the foundation of the entire 3D model. Learn all about Cura first layer settings and how to get them perfect!

Nov 20, 2024
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Like Open-Source, 3D Photoshop... Kinda
How to Clean Up 3D Scans in Blender

3D scans often don't go *exactly* as we'd like them to, and some modification is needed. Here's how to clean up a 3D scan in Blender.

by Gabriel Boyd Sep 6, 2024
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Cutting Ink
Inkscape Laser Engraving Plug-in: Tutorial for Beginners

Follow this tutorial for the Inkscape laser plug-in to take your laser cutting designs from drawing to G-code all in one program!

Aug 30, 2024
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3D in 3D!
The Best VR 3D Modeling Software

If you want to do 3D modeling for and within VR, it can seem daunting to find the right tools. Check out the best VR 3D modeling software!

Aug 9, 2024
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Quote Us On It!
How to Get a 3D Printing Quote Instantly

Getting comparable 3D printing quotes from printing services isn't easy. Learn how to use time-saving (and money-saving) tools.

by Gabriel Boyd Jul 23, 2024
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Fun with Flight!
30 Great 3D Printed Airplane Models We Love

Take off with your very own 3D printed airplane! Here are 25 tested, 3D printable models to add to your aerospace aesthetic.

Jul 18, 2024
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Casting Masterpieces
The Best Castable Resins for Jewelry: Our 6 Picks

With castable resin, 3D printers can produce intricate wax models for metal casting. Check out the castable resins we recommend!

Jul 6, 2024
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Cutting Edge
What Is a DXF File? – DXF File Format Simply Explained

DXF files are an open-source, uniquely structured format made by Autodesk. Learn all you need to know about the DXF file format!

Jun 29, 2024
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Lychee Slicer vs Chitubox: The Differences

Let's take a look at the two most popular slicers for consumer printers. Follow along to find out how Lychee Slicer vs Chitubox stacks up!

Mar 21, 2024
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Print & Ride
35 Best 3D Printed Car Accessories

Be inspired by our list of cool 3D printed car accessories. Print these models yourself to improve your own driving experience!

Mar 20, 2024
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It’s Just in Their Nature
The Best Sustainable 3D Printer Filaments

These manufacturers take ‘Reduce, Reuse, Recycle’ seriously. Check out the best sustainable 3D printing filament options!

Mar 5, 2024
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