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Is color 3D printing practical? And What the Bamboo Lab A1 Mini Tells Us About It …

If there’s one truth in the world of 3D printing, it’s this: people love colour. Gone are the days when… read more Is color 3D printing practical? And What the Bamboo Lab A1 Mini Tells Us About It …

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Using acrylic paint on 3D-printed models

You can absolutely use acrylic paint on 3D-printed models, and it’s actually one of the most popular and beginner-friendly options…. read more Using acrylic paint on 3D-printed models

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3d printed trees for diorama

Yes, you can definitely use a 3D printer to make trees for a 1/35 scale model, and it’s actually quite… read more 3d printed trees for diorama

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Does a Temperature Drop Affect 3D Printing Performance?

If you’ve ever tried to run a 3D printer in a cold room or garage, you might have noticed prints… read more Does a Temperature Drop Affect 3D Printing Performance?

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ASCII STL VS Binary STL

Almost all slicers — Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, Simplify3D, and others — can read both ASCII and binary STL files…. read more ASCII STL VS Binary STL

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Conversion between formats

You can try this site, the feature is free: https://fast3d.io/3d-converter/glb-to-obj  

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How to Avoid Warping in FDM 3D Printing

Warping is one of the most common headaches in FDM 3D printing. It happens when the edges or corners of… read more How to Avoid Warping in FDM 3D Printing

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When You Should Skip Print Cooling on an FDM Printer

Print cooling fans are a lifesaver for many 3D printing situations. They help layers solidify quickly, prevent stringing, and make… read more When You Should Skip Print Cooling on an FDM Printer

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Slowing Down: Why Lower Speeds Can Make a Big Difference in 3D Printing

When people first start 3D printing, there’s a natural temptation to crank up the speed and watch the layers stack… read more Slowing Down: Why Lower Speeds Can Make a Big Difference in 3D Printing

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Working with Mesh in Fusion

You can open a STL in Fusion as mesh. To work with it, convert it to solid via the Mesh… read more Working with Mesh in Fusion