3D Printing 101 Blog
3D printing is a fun industry that once started out as a process exclusive to only a select few people with the right kind of highly expensive equipment in high-tech laboratories. Today, it has evolved into its most casual form, allowing people from virtually any walk of life to bring home their own personal 3D printers and use them to create objects for work or for play. What were once huge machines can now even be purchased in novelty varieties such as the "3D printing" style pen that allows you to draw items freehanded on any surface at any time.
With the ever-evolving world of 3D printing, there is a lot of information pouring out at any given time. New revelations are surfacing continually about the prospects of everything that can be done with 3D printing. There is a wealth of information out there that allows those using 3D printing to enjoy the unique varieties of different filaments and other accessories to make their 3D printing experience completely their own. Keeping up with all of the information regarding 3D printing can seem a bit overwhelming, but on this blog, we offer you helpful articles and tips so you can stay well informed and keep up to date on the world of 3D printing.
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Our blog covers virtually any topic you can think of with more items added daily. We offer tips for the 3D printer just starting to get a feel for the process as well as articles for gurus who are looking to add additional detailed knowledge to their database. Innovations in the industry are discussed, as well as buying guides for the best available products. Whatever you are hoping to learn about 3D printing, you are sure to find it here at one point or another.
So you have decided to buy yourself a 3D printer after hearing about the amazing things it can build. You want to get started on printing models of yo...
It is often easy to decide whether or not to 3D-print, but it is extremely challenging to decide which material to use. Though CNC prototyping is quit...
When it comes to 3D printing, the extruder of the actual 3D printer itself is perhaps the most important element. This is because it is the aspect of ...
Tips & Tricks for printing with PLA filamentsThe printing temperature guidelines for printing with our PLA filament is approximately 210°C. As eac...
A well treated 3D printer should give you years of trouble-free printing. Here are some suggestions on how to keep your 3D printer well maintained.Oil...
When 3Design first entered the New Zealand 3D printing market, we thought that this innovative technology would spark a surge in a range of consumers ...
In 2015, 3Design had the privilege of working with an awesome company called Flightless. Flightless is a boutique design and independent games develop...
Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) is one of the most common filaments used in 3D printing. If you paid attention in chemistry class, you’ll probab...
Our YouTube channel was created with the beginner 3D printer user in mind. We provide 3D printer tutorials, 3D printer reviews and a range of other co...
Another cheap 3D printer is set to be released on the market in October 2017 retailing for a low price of $249USD. The new Da Vinci Mini is another 3D...
In May 2016, 3Design was approached by a woman who was searching for a company to 3D print a prosthetic arm for her daughter, Paige, who was born with...
Most people think of 3D printing as a prototyping technology rather than a production technology. That is, they wouldn’t think to use it for making la...
If you have ever used tape or films you will know that they are difficult to fit. LokBuild is more rigid and really easy to apply to your build plate....
