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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

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

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

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

Cura can automatically generate support for build plate adhesion. There are things that are tricky though. Say these two pieces… read more Cura build plate adhesion

3D printed knuckle and bushing/bearing for RC car: We found that overtime the bushing/bearing will get loosen, therefore it is… read more General techtip: 3D printed knuckle and bushing/bearing for RC car

Fits refer to the relationship between two mating parts, such as a shaft and a hole, in terms of how… read more Shaft and hole tolerance

The ISO guidelines for holes and shafts, specifically within the ISO 286 tolerance system, are essential for ensuring standardized fits… read more Tolerance and fit

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Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer commonly used as a support material in 3D printing. It is particularly… read more Water-soluble support material