Printing the bottom layer of a 3D printed model as successfully as possible is one of the most vital factors for a printing process with satisfactory results, especially considering that this layer acts as the bridge between the build plate and the rest of the model. On the other hand, as we can consider the …
What Causes Stringy Bottom (First) Layer on 3D Printed Models? Read More
There is no doubt that over-extrusion is one of the most commonly encountered issues in 3D printing, causing many annoying symptoms such as stringing and blobbing, oozing, nozzle jam, bad surface quality, and many more, ruining the printing process. Despite being the most popular 3D printer on the market right now, Creality’s Ender 3 isn’t …
What Causes Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Over-Extrusion? (How to Fix?) Read More
While only a tiny part of the printing process in terms of the time going into it, it’s undeniable that the first layer of a 3D printed model essentially determines the success of the print as it acts as the foundation of the model. As printing the first layer of the print is a slightly …
What Causes First Layer Ripples on 3D Printed Models? Read More
Installing an auto bed leveling probe to your 3D printer is perhaps the most significant improvement you can add to the 3D printing process, especially considering the importance of proper bed leveling for successfully printed models. When auto bed leveling is the topic, BLTouch is the name that comes to mind as the most popular …
Why Is My BLTouch Blinking Red & How Can I Fix It? Read More
We are sure that we can all relate to the fact that new issues keep coming up whenever we think that we have perfected the 3D printing process, leaving us to wonder what has gone wrong this time over and over. Sometimes hardware, sometimes software-related, the issues can become quite mind-boggling at times, especially when …
What Causes First Layer Curling on 3D Printed Models? Read More
OctoPi is one of the best ways to manage your 3D printer as it allows you to have complete control over everything your 3D printer can offer entirely remotely. While its interface is quite user-friendly, there is a slight learning curve to setting it up for the first time and logging in if you aren’t …
How to Login into OctoPi (octopi.local)? (& Fix Incorrect Login Issues) Read More
There is no denying that problems with print quality are inevitable in 3D printing, as there are way too many variables that need to be correct for a print to turn out entirely smooth. Since resolving these problems quickly often comes down to having experience with these variables and their effects, we try to share …
How to Prevent Salmon Skin on 3D Prints? (In-Depth Guide) Read More
It’s undeniable that 3D printing isn’t a technology that is entirely error-free right now, meaning that every 3D printing enthusiast should be ready to deal with errors and problems that may appear along the way. 3D printers being customizable does not help this situation either. As it’s possible to replace and modify most parts of …
PID Autotune Failed! Temperature Too High – What Causes It? Read More
Using OctoPi is one of the best ways to control your 3D printer with its clean interface, especially considering that it takes the load off your main computer and allows you to use and watch your printer remotely from any location. That being said, compared to other 3D printer interfaces, it’s undeniable that OctoPi can …
Why Is OctoPi Not Connecting to WiFi? (Identifying & Fixing) Read More
While 3D printing being widely available is fantastic for so many reasons, it can also be a game of troubleshooting at times that requires quite a decent amount of research and effort. Even the Ender 3, one of the most popular 3D printers on the market right now, is not without problems. Out of everything …
How to Prevent Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Thermal Runaway? (Detailed) Read More
