3D PRINTING
Articles about 3D Printing, also called additive manufacturing. 3d printing builds a three-dimensional object from a computer-aided design model, usually layer by layer. 3D Printer Basics
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Demystifying CAD File Formats
As a beginner, understanding CAD File Formats can be really challenging. Numerous questions might arise: – What’s the best format to use for exchanging information between two different CAD programs? – Why does this file open and look...
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3D Printing for RC Plane Modelers and Drone Builders
I was an avid model builder in my youth, and carried it forward into adulthood when I was much younger by building RC (Radio Controlled) Planes. My biggest problem was that the planes took a long time to build relative to the length of time I could fly one before...
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The Secret of Quick CNC Christmas Ornaments from Clip Art
A considerable amount of CNC entails making precise drawings and 3D models using CAD software. However, there are moments when you may want to construct something where accuracy isn’t necessarily the focus. Instead, you may be looking to build something more...
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Secrets of Going From CAD, Image, DXF, or STL to GCode for CNC and 3D Printing
When you begin your journey in CNC or 3D Printing, your initial focus should be on developing some form of model, sketch, or representation of the component you’re working on. More often than not, this will involve the use of a CAD program and a CAD file like a...
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Who Else Wants to Be a Superhero?
With Halloween around the corner this week, could there be a more fitting time to discuss the intriguing pastime famously known as “Cosplay?” Wikipedia says, “Cosplay is short for costume play, and is a performance art in which participants called...
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The Ultimate Tony Start Inspired Workshop, Part 5
This is part 5 of our Ultimate Tony Stark Inspired Workshop Series. In this installment, we’ll be taking a look at what sort of 3D Printers a workshop like this might include. There are a number of different 3D Printing technologies available, and no one...
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Check Out 3DHubs: A Place To Sell Your 3D Printer’s Time and Use Other 3D Printers
If you wish you had a 3D printer to bring your designs to life, 3DHubs can assist you. They’ll take your STL file and connect you with a local 3D printer that’s part of their community. Soon enough, you’ll be on your way to seeing your part come to...
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Lost Wax Casting with 3D Printers
A significant drawback of 3D printing at a hobbyist scale is the incapacity to print metal. There are indeed commercial 3D printers capable of printing metals, including unique types like Inconel. However, the expense of these 3D printers only allows for usage in the...
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3D Printer Tuneup: Calibrating Your Extruder Steps
All types of machine tools require periodic adjustments, and 3D printers are no different. In fact, I’ve noticed that mine needs careful tweaking as I begin the calibration process. This article will discuss the adjustment of your extruder steps, namely, the...
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BuildTak: Get Your 3D Prints to Stick to the Printer Bed
A fundamental challenge in 3D Printing is ensuring that the print adheres correctly to the printer bed. Failing to do this can result in the print warping and leading to various other unpleasant issues. In the most severe scenario, the entire print may become...
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Polishing 3D Printed Parts With Acetone Vapor
The final look of your work is often determined by the finishing techniques you employ, hence it’s vital to pay them due regard. 3D printing, especially with a filament extruder, permits significant scope for enhancing the surface finish of the parts. Numerous...
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