A clogged 3D printer nozzle is a problem that every 3D printing enthusiast eventually faces, as it’s entirely natural for the filament to slowly build up and dry up in the nozzle as a result of frequent and long-term usage of the 3D printer, which can also be further amplified by factors such as using …
How to Unclog a Clogged Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Nozzle? (Solved!) Read More
The long PTFE tube that the filament travels through as the extrusion takes place, known as the Bowden tube, is usually the first thing that comes to mind when we think of extruders, as this type of extruder assembly, known as the Bowden extruder, is extremely common, with popular printers such as the Ender 3 …
Configuring Retraction Settings for Direct Drive Extruders Read More
While it’s something we usually take for granted and do not think about often when starting the 3D printing process, ensuring that the 3D printer is correctly calibrated is the very first step toward a successful print, as every other part of the process relies on it. On the other hand, since 3D printer calibration …
Signs That the Nozzle is Too Close to & Too Far From the Bed Read More
Stringing is, without a doubt, one of the most widespread issues in the world of 3D printing, with every 3D printing enthusiast most likely coming across the problem at least once in their 3D printing journey, where the stringy plastic ends up invading the whole surface of the 3D printed model and completely ruins its …
How to Prevent TPU (Flexible) Filament From Stringing? Read More
One of the biggest strengths of 3D printing is the flexibility that it offers in every area, whether it’s the configuration process, where you have multiple options such as using a 3D printing interface software, G-code commands, and using the 3D printer’s physical interface, or the printing process, where it’s possible to print components for …
What Is Sensorless Homing in 3D Printing? (Explained) Read More
Since each type of filament is essentially a unique thermoplastic with a unique chemical composition that grants it a separate set of qualities, how well your 3D printed models perform in specific scenarios depends entirely on the filament you picked for the task. As a result, whenever these qualities, such as the strength of the …
How Temperature & UV Resistant is PLA Filament? (Explained) Read More
Even though they usually aren’t the point of discussion, there are some routine tasks that one has to perform in 3D printing for a successful print, whether it’s ensuring that the nozzle of the 3D printer is clean before starting a print or that there is enough filament in the spool for the upcoming print. …
How to Load (and Unload or Change) Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Filament? Read More
At first glance, a 3D model file (such as STL or 3MF) can seem to be almost identical to a G-code file, as they both carry the information related to a 3D model and are commonly used for the purposes of 3D printing, with the added fact that a G-code file is essentially produced from …
Is It Possible to Edit G-Code Directly in Cura? (Explained) Read More
Familiarizing yourself with the slicer software you’re using as much as possible is one of the most effective steps you can take to improve your 3D printing knowledge and take your 3D printed models a step above in terms of quality, as how your 3D printer performs entirely depends on how you configure the settings. …
Cura First Layer Settings – Explanation & Configuration Read More
When shopping for a new spool of filament, the only thing that usually comes to mind is the compatibility between the type of the filament and the hardware of the 3D printer, as not every 3D printer is capable of printing every type of filament due to distinct requirements in factors such as hotend temperature. …
Which Filament Size (Diameter) Does Ender 3 (Pro/V2) Support? Read More
