Gaps or holes in the top layer are defects that only become visible when your object is almost fully printed. Whether it’s a visual or functional item, you’ll have to start the project from...
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There is hardly anything more frustrating than admiring the quality of your print until the top – and final – layer gets to ruin everything. 3D printing pillowing refers to a top layer that...
When buying an FDM 3D printer, one of the things to decide is whether you want a direct drive or Bowden extruder. While both setups accomplish the same thing and work in a similar way, the...
Inconsistent Extrusion In 3D Printing: 7 Solutions That Work
For your 3D-printed object to look flawless or work as it should, the machine must extrude filament in a very consistent flow. Inconsistent extrusion refers to a flow that is not consistent....
There is nothing more frustrating than starting a project only to see the extruder stopping mid-print. While the issue is annoying, the solution is often simple. The main reasons why your 3D...
In 3D printing, print quality defects can go beyond aesthetic issues. They can compromise the role of functional parts, meaning that you’ll have to spend on resources and time to print the part...