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Selling 3D Printed Items – A Legal Guide

There’s a big market for 3D printed items. But before selling them, understand what things you can and can’t 3D print and sell with our updated guide.

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Stop Trashing Failed Prints: 8 Best Filament Extruders to Make Your Own Material

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The 30 Best 3D Printer Projects for Kids

3D printing will shape the future… so why keep it to grown-ups? Check out some of the best 3D printer projects for kids!

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3D Printed Contact Lenses Customized in Just 20 Minutes

Researchers have developed an end-to-end digital manufacturing workflow that turns a patient's corneal scan into a customized contact lens with a post-processing technique that smooths printed optics without ever touching them.

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The Settings Your PETG Prints Need to Get a Whole Lot Better

Find the perfect PETG print settings for your needs by adjusting temperature, stringing, print speed, and retraction settings!

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The Best STL File Converters (Many Are Free)

Check out our list of the best STL file converter tools available right now to find the best STL converter for your needs! Many are free.

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ABS Acetone Smoothing: 3D Print Vapor Smoothing Guide

FDM 3D prints usually show layer lines. Learn about ABS acetone smoothing and how to get a totally smooth surface finish in four easy steps.

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HeyGears G1 Series Lands on Kickstarter: Industrial Full-Color 3D and UV Printing On Your Desktop

Back now and enjoy super early bird pricing, a chance to win a free G1 Series printer, and a free 3D/2D white ink set before the 48-hour launch offers end.

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The 30 Most Useful Things to 3D Print in PETG

PETG is a highly versatile and durable filament that can be used for plenty of prints. Read on to discover some great PETG prints!

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No More Wet Filament! Top Filament Dryers from Sunlu, Creality, Bambu Lab & More

We break down the best active drying systems—from budget-friendly units to automatic materials stations—to keep your filament in perfect printing shape.

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Pronterface: How to Download, Install & Set It Up

Want more control of your printer? Read along as we download and install Pronterface. You'll be giving immediate commands in no time!

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Elegoo Resin: Buyer’s Guide

Elegoo is no rookie to the resin market, and its resin offering shows it. Keep reading to find out what's the perfect Elegoo resin for you!

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20 Free 3D Printer Test Print Models

Calibrating your 3D printer can be a pain, but it doesn't have to be! Check out 20 3D printer test print models available for free.

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Autodesk Maya 2027: Free Download of the Full Version

Looking for the full version of Maya 2027 to download for free? Check out your options here.

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SolidWorks 2026: Free Download of the Full Version

Looking for a full version of SolidWorks 2026 to download for free? Check out your options along with what's new in SolidWorks 2026.

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ZBrush 2023: Free Download of the Full Version

Looking for a full version of ZBrush 2023 to download for free? Check out our article to see what your options are.

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Sovol M1D: Can This $1,199 7-Color IDEX Toolchanger Truly End Filament Waste?

Launching soon on Kickstarter from $1,199, the Sovol M1D brings a self-developed IDEX toolchanger system, seven-color capability, and five-second toolhead swaps to desktop FDM.

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Free STL Editors: How to Edit & Repair STL or 3MF Files

From basic options to advanced ones, check out the best free tools to repair or edit digital model files, from Tinkercad to Blender, and more.

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The Best Shapeways Alternatives: 7 3D Printing Services Put to the Test

From professional SLS nylon to affordable FDM ASA prints, discover which Shapeways alternatives offer the best service for your models' needs.

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Waste to Workshop: 10 Brilliant Hacks for Your Empty Filament Spools

Wondering what to do with all those empty filament spools? Check out these fun projects for some inspiration and new ideas!

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