Software & Slicers
Slicer programs, 3D modeling and firmware
From 3D model to finished G-code: slicer software is the link between design and printer. We compare Cura, PrusaSlicer, OrcaSlicer and BambuStudio and explain firmware basics.
Optimized Cura settings for complex geometries
Optimized Cura settings for complex geometries: Tips for layer height, speed, and support structures.
Cloud-based slicer options: Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages and Disadvantages of Cloud-Based Slicers in 3D Printing. For Makers Seeking Efficiency and Collaboration.
Slicer settings to improve surface quality
Detailed slicer settings for better surface quality in 3D printing.
Comparison of 8-Bit and 32-Bit Controller Boards
Comparison of 8-Bit and 32-Bit Controller Boards: Advantages and Disadvantages for 3D Printing Projects.
Retrofitting 3D printers with belt tensioning systems
Conversion to belt tensioning systems for more precise 3D prints.
Self-cleaning nozzles: Functionality and Benefits
Self-cleaning nozzles in the Ultimaker S5: Analyzing benefits and pitfalls in everyday 3D printing.
Installation of water cooling systems for hotends
Water cooling for hotends provides constant temperature control, reduces fluctuations, and improves print quality. Installation requires expertise.
Use and Calibration of Print Force Sensors
Force sensors: Precision and challenges in calibration and application.
Expansion of printer functions through touchscreen displays.
Touchscreens in 3D printers: Convenience or unnecessary gadget? An analysis of the pros and cons for makers.
Advantages of All-Metal Hotends for High-Temperature Printing
All-metal hotends are ideal for high-temperature printing and offer a wide material compatibility without PTFE liners.
Assembly of high-performance heating cartridges
Assembly of High-Performance Heating Cartridges: Advantages, Practical Knowledge, and Common Pitfalls.
Use of magnetic holders for interchangeable print heads
Magnetic holders for print heads offer flexibility but require precise calibration and maintenance.
Integrated camera systems for print monitoring
Integrated camera systems in 3D printing provide real-time monitoring and help detect printing issues early on.
Upgrades of Controller Boards: Selection and Installation
Upgrade your 3D printer controller boards: Selection and installation.
Replacing belt drives with ball screw drives
Ball screw spindles offer precision but require careful assembly and maintenance. Costly, but suitable for specialized applications.
Use of Dual-Gear Extruders for More Precise Filament Flow
Dual-gear extruders provide precise filament flow and are particularly suitable for flexible materials.
Print head adjustments for flexible filaments
Tips for adjusting print heads for flexible filaments like TPU and Ninjaflex.
Optical Endstops: Advantages over Mechanical Endstops
Optical endstops provide precision and less wear in 3D printing, but they are sensitive to light and dirt.
Expansion of print areas through Z-axis enlargement
Expansion of the print area through Z-axis enlargement: potentials and challenges.
Installation of Bondtech Extruders: Advantages and Instructions
Bondtech extruders offer precision and material diversity, but require careful installation and maintenance.