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Hi everyone—I'm reaching out in hopes of finding someone in this amazing community who might be willing to help us design a custom 3D-printable adaptive device for a student. I’m a PreK special educator working with a kindergarten student, “E,” who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy called Pelizaeus-Merzbacher leukodystrophy (a genetic condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, leading to challenges with muscle control, coordination, and movement). We’re hoping to create a combined Chromebook sleeve/keyguard/wedge for his device (model N20Q10) that would support greater independence and access to learning and communication. The idea includes: A wedge to angle the keyboard so he can better see the keys A keyguard to help isolate individual keys A protective sleeve with a keypad blocker to reduce unintended key presses due to uncontrolled movements Our goal is simple but meaningful: give E more independence, improve his ability to communicate, and help him more fully access his education. We do have access to a 3D printer, but we need help with designing and creating the model file. I’ll attach a visual to help illustrate what we’re envisioning. If anyone is willing to collaborate or even point us in the right direction, we would be incredibly grateful. This could make a huge difference for a really special kid. Thank you so much 💛

Hey fellow makers! 👋 By day, we’re a group of aerospace engineering students at TU Delft, but by night, we’re makers who have been in the 3D printing space since 2016. Like many of you, we’ve always struggled with one existential problem: the air quality in our workspaces. We noticed that printing with materials like ABS, PETG, and even PLA releases fumes, ultrafine particles (UFPs), and VOCs that linger in the room. We searched for a solution, but most enclosures on the market were either niche to specific printers, sacrificed build quality, or were simply too expensive. So, we decided to build our own. Meet Clura—a modular, smart, and completely open-source 3D printer enclosure. This awesome project is now live on kickstarter (fully funded in 58 minutes!) This is the link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/clura/enclosure We wanted to create something that actually protects your health while optimizing the printing process. Here is what we integrated into the design: Air Filtration: It uses high-performance fans with dual-layer HEPA and carbon filtration, capable of filtering the entire enclosure volume in just 60 seconds. Smart Sensors & Fire Safety: We packed it with a dedicated sensor suite. It uses a BME680 for temp/humidity/VOCs and a PMS5003 for particle tracking. For safety, it combines an MQ2 gas sensor with MEMS and optical smoke sensors to detect thermal runaway or fires instantly. Filament Weight Tracking: We integrated HX711-based load cells into the spool holders to track filament weight in real-time. No more guessing if you have enough plastic to finish a print! Universal Fit: Because it's modular, it currently fits the Prusa MK3/MK4, Bambu Lab A1/Mini, Prusa Mini, Ender 3 style bed slingers and so much more... Our 100% Open-Source Promise We are firm believers in the open-source community. Every CAD file, software component, and build guide is free and released under the CC BY-NC license. (links on docs.clura.dev) You can self-source the parts and build it yourself, customize it, and even submit your own mods to our Community Upgrade Center. You own it completely. No vendor lock-in, ever. The kits we offer are just a convenient way to assemble it by supporting the project while saving time and money in the process. We'd love to hear your feedback! Happy printing! 🛠️

Step 1: Draw a construction circle at the Origin. Mark A, B, C where the circle meets the Y and Z Axis as seen above. Draw the half circle at the origin between A and B. Step 2: Draw a construction circle at the Origin. Mark A, B, C where the circle meets the Y and Z Axis as seen above. Draw the half circle at the origin between A and B. Step 3: Draw an arc centered at C between D-E: 🥚 Good job!The full tutorial project is available at Printables with the finished 3d model and FreeCAD file: https://www.printables.com/model/1615557-egg-tutorial-model

Just received these packages recently. Assembly is still in progress as I am waiting on some accessories and materials, but hopefully, the work can start soon! I am really excited to be part of this collab with 3DWithUs and Carverall!

TPM3D announced that it has reached a significant milestone with the industrial-scale integration of selective laser sintering (SLS) and high-performance PEBA elastomers for footwear manufacturing. https://www.3dnatives.com/en/tpm3d-sls-peba-footwear-18052026/#! Durability and long-term mechanical degradation have remained significant challenges for 3D-printed midsoles in high-performance sports applications. TPM3D says it has worked to address this “durability gap” through rigorous engineering and testing. According to internal testing, the company’s SLS PEBA components demonstrate a compression set of 22% to 26%, with no irreversible deformation observed after 200,000 dynamic flex cycles.

Hi everyone, I'm curious how people here calculate the real cost of their 3D prints, especially those who sell prints regularly. Filament cost and print time are easy enough to calculate, but once I started looking deeper, there were many other costs that can easily be overlooked — electricity, machine wear, failed prints, labor, packaging, marketplace fees, maintenance, etc. That's what led me to build a small Excel-based 3D Printing Profit & Pricing System that combines these costs and calculates selling price, profit and margin. I've recently finished it and I'm looking for feedback from people who actually sell 3D prints. If you'd like to take a look: Calculator on Gumroad: https://aipowersystems.gumroad.com/l/rvmwhm I'd also be interested to hear how you currently price your prints. Do you use a spreadsheet, an online calculator, or just a fixed markup over material/print time?

Longer LK 10 plus in for test and review the LK 5 series was a good printer when they first came out a couple of years. So let’s see if it has evolved to fit in with the new 3D printers that are available.

And the work has begun... (Engraved anodized aluminium card) I am still waiting for a few accessories and materials to arrive, but I just couldn't wait any longer, so I ran my first project. It came out pretty nice and sharp :)

Giveaway filament arrived!I got: Refill PLA+ Red Matte Dual-Color Orange-Red Thanks you SUNLU and 3DWithUs! (I am starting to run out of storage space :D)

It's been a while since I posted here, so here is the new batch of giveaway filament prints :D The PLA+ Red and Gray were really good. They are definitely tougher than regular PLA (not PETG levels, but perfect for my applications): They are perfect for HSW inserts, holders and cable organizers. Also, these were all of the giveaway filaments I received in recent months: Sunlu PETG - Red Sunlu PETG - Black Sunlu PLA Matte - Yellow Sunlu PLA - Midnight Sunlu PLA Matte - Sprout Green Sunlu PLA Matte - Ocean Blue Sunlu Silk PLA+ - Rainbow Sunlu Silk PLA+ - Blue When I posted about my HSW setup, Sunlu was kind enough to let me choose PETG over PLA (love you Sunlu ❤️). I have quite a lot of filament rolls open, so I didn't have the heart to open these as well for a test print, but as soon as my supply diminishes, I will post a follow-up about them! I highly recommend participating in the monthly giveaways! You can earn some wonderful filament rolls! Thank you 3DWithUs and SUNLU for the giveaway!

This was my very first time trying out PETG to print something that needs to be more durable than PLA. I suggested this Honeycomb Storage Wall project to my father and we aggreed to try it out with PETG. It went much easier than excpected. A little bit of stringing here and there, but the final result was good and worth it. Now we are thinking of printing another one for the garage wall as well :D I used CR-PETG for the red parts. Green one is from 3dk.berlin. After i ran out of both I started to use SUNLU PLA+ red (Yes, the one i got from the giveaway :D), PLA+ still does the job, altough it feels a little bit weaker than PETG. I took most of the models from Printables. Some i modified, some i made myself (i didn't publish all of them yet): Honeycomb storage wall Parametric HSW Hook Parametric HSW Multipurpose Holder for plier cutter and other tools Parametric HSW Multipurpose Holder for Screwdriver and other Cylindrical tools 100x70x100 Container with HSW Adapter Swivel Trays for Honeycomb Storage Wall (HSW) Battery holder for AA+AAA, honeycomb storage wall (HSW) HSW Multi-purpose Holder Hex Allen key holder for Honeycomb storage Smaller Screwdriver holders HSW M3 Insert - Heatset Insert For Mounting. HSW Wowstick Holder Screw driver holder (all-in-one) Multiboard/HSW tape measure mount (for any tool with a belt clip) HSW IR Pyrometer / Infrared Thermometer holder for Honeycomb Storage Wall HSW Hook Honey Comb Wall remixes and introducing my Screw Wall!!! HSW Caliper and CR2032 Holder HSW Vise Grip Wire Stripper Hanger Pliers Holder HSW HSW Hammer holder Hex Bit Holder (Honeycomb storage wall Compatible) HSW Tiny Bit Holder 36 holes Screwdriver Holder I can recommend this project for anyone who wants some modular storage on the wall. The base project has over 3000+ remixes and still counting. Also it is not just for tools, it can hold anything you can imagine, Just find/make the right model for it :D. I hope this post inspires someone to give this project and PETG a try :)

Flashforge Creator 5 Hands-On: 4-Toolhead 3D Printer, TPU Shoes, and Multi-Colour Test Prints We have just published a new hands-on article on 3DWithUs featuring the Flashforge Creator 5. This is a 4-toolhead FDM 3D printer designed for multi-colour and multi-material printing with reduced filament waste compared with many traditional colour-changing systems. In this test, we covered setup, calibration, Orca-Flashforge slicer workflow, multi-colour prints, TPU printing, and even a pair of 3D printed shoes. 📹 https://youtu.be/1DOy4EUQpK0 ✍ https://3dwithus.com/flashforge-creator-5-hands-on-review-4-toolhead-3d-printer Featured: MAXSIMO, CloudBerry Toolchangers and nozzle-changing systems are becoming a very interesting area in desktop FDM 3D printing. Machines like the Flashforge Creator 5 show how this technology is moving into a more affordable range, making multi-material workflows more accessible to makers. What do you think about this approach compared with AMS-style colour systems? Feel free to start a new thread or post your C5 makes or questions here.

Hi! Just saw this topic/review while browsing the forum and I wanted to share my experience as well. I got the printer in 2025/June and I had it printing for more than 500 hours. I mostly printed with all kinds of PLA (silk, matte, coextrusion, gradient, glow in the dark, etc...) and recently PETG (occasionally I tried TPU as well). The default print profiles from Orcaslicer work really well and there is not much more to calibrate. I tried modding it as well, but that wasn't a smooth run: I tried out different hotends and nozzles (even two diamond ones), but all of them underperformed and the original brass nozzle came out on top. What actually improved the printing experience was the Rinkhals community firmware. It grants you full access to the printer: You can change the config (Speed up the color change for the ace pro), see your bed mesh, remote print with Orcaslicer, Mainsail/fluuid webUI, etc... Here is my bed mesh with custom leveling: 8x8 bicubic as opposed to the original 5x5 lagrange method. I also changed the leveling speed. Another really good mod is the Ace Pro riser: It gives you more space to work with. You can also remove the top cover with it. The side panels are even compatible with the Honeycomb storage wall project! (You can check out more about that here) At last but not least, You can check out my prints with the machine here. Most of those makes were printed on this printer (check the tags). Overall it is a great printer for an even greater price and that's why I chose this machine as my first 3d printer. The only downside i can think of is the warped bed (This is the most common problem for users): It has some really low points near the back corners. Edit: I posted about my setup on SUNLU's new community event if you are interested: https://www.sunlu.com/community/posts/323/a-humble-workspace-1-printer-but-60-kg-filament

Hi! 3DWithUs has a list of ongoing giveaways related to 3D printing: https://3dwithus.com/3d-printer-giveaways You could try your luck in one of them.

Hey do you think I could somehow get a free Elegoo Centari Carbon? I've just been wanting a 3d printer since my other toy box 3d printer broke and I couldn't fix it. I spent almost all of the money I could spend on that little 3d printer and when It broke I gave it to a friend. But now I want a new 3d printer that cant break and so that I can make some money. You don't have to do this at all, you don't even have to read this, but if you do I would be so HAPPY and filled with thanks for you giving me a free 3d printer. I hope this comment finds you well. Have a blessed day!

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Hi! I don't know much about Apple laptops (Macbooks), but what I would recommend is (if it is possible) to install custom drivers/firmwares or configure the current ones: Most laptops allow you to disable the touchpad completely With the right firmware you can also disable parts of the keyboard or remap it to a different action, write macros, etc... About 3D printing the parts: I found these that might give a good starting point for what you need: https://www.printables.com/model/171235-macbook-keyboard-cover https://www.printables.com/search/models?q=laptop+stand (Also, it would be helpful if you could share the build volume of your printer, so people can take that into consideration) I wish you the best and hope you will achieve your goals!

Who We AreKAD3D is a Melbourne-based 3D printing and design company specialising in rapid prototyping, end-use parts, and short-run manufacturing. Established with a focus on precision, reliability, and speed, we’ve grown to become Australia’s highest-rated 3D printing service, with over 300 five-star Google reviews and a reputation for delivering outstanding results. Our CapabilitiesWe provide a full suite of modern fabrication and design services, including: FDM 3D Printing – strong, affordable parts for prototypes and end-use applications. SLA Resin Printing – high-resolution parts with smooth surface finish. SLS and MJF Nylon Printing – durable, functional components ideal for production runs. SLM Metal 3D Printing – stainless steel, aluminium, and titanium parts for industrial use. Vacuum Casting & Injection Moulding – small-batch manufacturing with production-grade finishes. CNC Machining & Laser Cutting – precision engineering for metals, plastics, and composites. Our team also offers CAD design, 3D scanning, and reverse engineering, allowing clients to turn physical parts, sketches, or ideas into fully manufacturable 3D models. Industries We ServeKAD3D works with a wide range of clients, from individuals to large enterprises, across sectors including: Automotive & Motorsport – replacement brackets, custom parts, and tooling. Aerospace & Defence – lightweight functional components and prototype assemblies. Architecture & Construction – scale models and display pieces. Education & Research – hands-on teaching aids and engineering prototypes. Product Development & Consumer Goods – concept models and pre-production samples. Why Choose KAD3DAustralian-made: All core printing technologies are produced locally at our Melbourne facility. Fast turnaround: 24-hour express service available for FDM printing. Expert support: Our engineers and designers assist from concept through to production. End-to-end solutions: From initial idea to finished part, we handle design, manufacturing, and finishing in-house. Get in TouchFor quotes or project discussions, visit kad3d.com.au, email [email protected], or call (03) 8400 8869. You can also visit us at 781 High St, Reservoir, VIC 3073. We’re always happy to help you choose the right material or technology for your next project. You can also view our location, photos, and 300+ verified customer reviews on our Google Business Profile here: https://share.google/b1WfW188zvSkUkmOP

I both designed and printed some models for easter. Mine are a little bit simpler than others, but they came out well and as expected: These first 3 are my designs: Layered Egg Fidget: Articulated Twist Open Egg Containers: I made a mistake while modeling them. The left hand is backwards as you can see on the picture. Since then i updated the design and the issue is fixed. Simple Twist Open Egg (Original version): This was my first time modeling threads for 3D printing. They came out acceptable. The smallest one can slip but still holds the egg together securely. Other sizes are fine. Twisty Dragon Egg Fidget: (This design is not mine) I also made a showcase video for this to enter Snapmaker's easter giveaway: https://x.com/Marcidy_3D/status/2037489182990385450 (The theme might be familiar to some people :D) Happy Easter!

I've put almost 1400 hours on my AD5X since November. I've had some great prints off of it and really like the machine...but I've also had 4 different tech tickets open that resulted in replacement parts. How has your experience been?

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Thank you very much for your really kind words and support. I sincerely appreciate it. I am really happy to hear the tutorial was easy to follow, and I hope it helps you design your own text-flips. Your print and photos are great, and I am really sorry about the supports; they are unfortunately a byproduct of this type of design and this model especially.

Really cool! The tutorial is great as well and easy to follow. I downloaded one of your models to try it out. It came out great. The supports were a little bit inconvenient to remove, but i managed. Thanks!

The dual color indeed looks cool! Printed some pen holders with it. The models are not mine: https://www.printables.com/model/108872-pen-holder https://www.printables.com/model/198641-hex-vase-cup

Love dual color filaments ♥️ You'd better print something. Not sure how SUNLU feels about it 😅

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Just received my giveaway spools from SUNLU and 3DWithUs! Thank you for this amazing gift! I got: 2 kg PLA+ | Grey 1 kg PLA galaxy | Starlit Flow 1 kg Silk PLA+ | Four-color | Black-Grey-Red-Yellow I haven't printed with them yet, but i can't wait to try them out :) Thank you SUNLU and 3DWithUs!

Hi everyone! I would like to share one of my recent projects with you: A Parametric Polygon Fidget It is fully customizable in FreeCAD and contains some premade ones as well if you don't feel like creating your own. The project is available here. So what can you customize?Number of sides for the polygon Segment/layer count of the fidget Wall width Wall angle Spacing Overall size: Height, Width Handle size (The handle is optional) (You can make insideout fidgets as well with it! See last 2 attached pictures!) Happy printing and customizing!The project is available on Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/1537410-polygon-fidgets-fully-customizable-trianglesquarep Showcase pictures:

Hi all, I’ve been looking into automated 3D scanning with robots for repetitive scanning tasks. Manual scanning works, but consistency can be an issue when doing the same part again and again. Recently I came across a robotic scanning setup called MetroHub, which combines a 3D scanner with a robotic arm. I’m curious if anyone here has experience with robot-assisted 3D scanning or similar systems. Is it mainly about consistency, or does it really improve overall efficiency in real use? Just trying to understand whether robotic scanning is practical outside large factories. Would love to hear your thoughts.

"Sloffies" is an Afrikaans nickname for slides and flip-flops. I have designed Sloffies to be parametric so anyone can customize them for their feet using the customizer on MakerWorld. You can also download the script on GitHub and use the OpenSCAD customizer to customize them; the UI is just not as intuitive as the customizer on MakerWorld. Where it started I designed the slides and accompanying packaging as part of a shoe design competition. The competition, unfortunately, didn't work out for a variety of reasons, but it was honestly a blessing in disguise. It is my most popular design, and thanks to the 3D printing communities of Facebook, Reddit, Twitter, and Thangs, it was featured in a Hackaday article, which opened a lot of doors for me. Parametric slides The design was only available in select sizes required by the competition, and as requested by a few people in the community, I redesigned Sloffies to be fully parametric. You are able to customize the strap’s width, length, and thickness and import a logo. You are able to customize the sole's width, length, and thickness; add a patch; import a logo; and choose from five available sole patterns, which you can further customize to your liking. Designing your own Sloffies is a really involved process. I have included a PDF guide on MakerWorld and GitHub. I hope it will simplify the process. I have also uploaded a YouTube playlist that takes you on a walkthrough of the various sections of the design on MakerWorld and how changing one parameter changes the design. Open Source I have Open sourced Sloffies, and the OpenSCAD script is available on GitHub. You are free to remix and improve upon the design. There are a lot of improvements that could be made, like adding arch support, a contoured footbed, etc. I see the sole as a basis from which more shoes can be designed. The future I would like to learn Blender and design Sloffies with Blender, as OpenSCAD really limits what I would like to do with the design. I would like to establish Sloffies as an international brand. The first step would be redesigning the logo, the slides, and the packaging. I would love to incorporate an augmented reality app that allows people to try on their slides before printing or ordering.

Hahahaha, the puppy loves it—he really seems to like that big guy! I also recently noticed that the filament at home has become damp; the printed parts are coming out darker in color. I'm currently thinking about whether to buy a filament dryer. Looking forward to your feedback!

Good idea! Once I've used it for a while, I'll share my experience with it.

Nice 2-spool holder. I use my X4 nonstop. I dry my desiccant dehumidifier sachets there as well. If you want to write a review about it, it would be great. Here are a few examples: https://3dwithus.com/filament-dryer-boxes-and-diy-solutions

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Nice! Thank you for sharing. Good luck on the setup. We changed the title to Carverall JL9 Discussion, since it is sort of a working thread. We will link to it from the main article and vice versa.

I had a blast 3D scanning and repairing RC boat parts with the @Revopoint3d MetroY Ultra. I think I’ve just unlocked Level 2 of 3D scanning… thanks to a few tricks. 😄 Full article next week.

Finally completed the 3D Printed Shoes guide. Did some hands-on testing, talked to people wearing them, and explored both fully printed footwear and hybrid lattice designs. One thing I still need to complete is printing my own pair at home. https://3dwithus.com/3d-printed-shoes-guide As usual, I’ll keep updating this guide when needed as the technology evolves and more designs appear. If you think something should be added, feel free to post it below or start a new thread.

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Yes, it is. I use it when i want to estimate the leftover filament on a spool, but i dont have an empty spool of that brand. I see you marked me as the contributor (Thanks :D), but as you can see on the link, the catalog is not mine, i didn't publish it on Printables. The author is @Scuk_253012. I don't want to take credit for his work (Sorry for not pointing it out in my original comment).

🎉 March Giveaway Completed — April Giveaway Is On The Way! Huge thanks to our forum supporters! We're excited to award our filament prize to forum contributors 🙌 🏆 Winning contributions: EIBOS Filament Dryer Issue & Support Response: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/1006-eibos-filament-dryer-disaster/#comment-1196 Guide-Inspired Print & Feedback: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/1005-how-to-design-text-flips-discussion/#findComment-1194 Two SUNLU filament spools are now on their way 🎁 What's Next✅ The April giveaway is live ✅ SUNLU filament spools will be awarded to 1–4 contributors whose posts or comments add the most value to the community and forum. ✅ All helpful & creative contributions count Share your projects, tips, questions, fails & wins. Every contribution helps grow the community and puts you in the running. If you were considering posting but haven’t jumped in yet, this is the perfect time to start. Sign Up Here https://3dwithus.com/forum/register/

Nice video. Time-lapse is very clean. Is it an Anycubic Kobra S1 native time-lapse video? Did you share this video on socials? Can I share it on 3DWithUs (https://linktr.ee/3DWithUs) social media channels?

I was invited to contribute to the 3D Printing Industry 2026 Executive Survey. Based on what I see daily in the personal and prosumer market, here is my perspective on where 3D printing is heading: AI generators made a noticeable leap last year, and in 2026, this trend will continue with further optimization and wider adoption. What is especially interesting is how quickly chat-based AI tools are starting to generate simple, printable 3D models. While still basic, these tools are already lowering the barrier to entry, and in 2026 we will see more users actively relying on AI not just for ideas, but for producing usable starting points for 3D printing. Another trend that will clearly carry over into 2026 is the success of tool-changer systems in the personal and prosumer 3D printing segment. What proved itself in 2025 will not be ignored by the wider market. More brands are expected to introduce their own versions, as the benefits are difficult to overlook: significant material waste reduction, faster multi-material workflows. Finally, toward the end of 2025, we saw increasing investor confidence and substantial funding flowing into Chinese personal 3D printing companies. While 2026 may still be too early to judge the full impact, it is reasonable to expect the first results of this investment. It can be seen as faster product iteration, tighter hardware-software integration, or more aggressive market expansion. Full article with other industry voices: https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/the-future-of-3d-printing-additive-manufacturing-expert-forecasts-for-2026-249050/ Thank you, Michael Petch, Oscar Milani Gallieni, and Nick Stent, for organizing this again.

Looks really interesting. Did you try any other 3d scanning applications before this? I would be curious how competitive can be a 3d scanner app for a phone that makes 3d models from 2d photos (using AI or not). I heard good reviews about both 3d scanners and apps as well. But i would give the apps a try before scanners, because the price is too steep (1500$) compared against a free web tool or AI that may make a similar quality 3d model using 2d photos of it. Nonetheless great review!

Love it! Here is printed MediumHexagon_WithHandle I added color to it (four colors total). To my delight, it took me only a little over two hours to print on my Creality K2 Pro, with just a few color changes. I forgot to paint the base; it would have been a rainbow umbrella then. I was surprised at how many positions I could take with it. It was enlightening.

Thanks to @SamPrentice, I’ve got the special opportunity to unbox, assemble, and test the Prusa XL with all five tool heads and its enclosure! Full coverage coming to the 3DPUK TECH YouTube channel, along with a written article for 3DWithUs. Stay tuned!

As the title says, I’ve been wanting to try 3D printing a part recently. Its edge is damaged, but the seller says I have to replace the whole thing, which feels like such a waste. If there are any online tutorials available, please share them with me for reference. Thanks, everyone. Update：I finally decided to purchase the same type of material, haha, but I still welcome any related learning resources if you’d like to share them.

So the ChiTu Systems Marketing FilaPartner E1 four spool Filament dryer has arrived, Full unboxing and review coming soon 📹 https://youtube.com/@3dpuk-tech-channel ✍️ https://3dwithus.com #3d #chituststems #review

My first visit to SMRRF, a local event in Manchester, was a delightful experience. It was a melting pot of seasoned users and novices, offering a diverse range of booths to explore, unveiling some remarkable new products, and featuring influential figures who shared their knowledge through talks and fundraising activities. No matter your level of expertise, there was something for everyone at SMRRF. Read the full article with links, photos, and past coverage here: https://3dwithus.com/smrrf-sanjay-mortimer-reprap-festival-highlights#SMRRF%202024

Welcome to our ongoing thread dedicated to the Einstar Vega 3D Scanner! We’ve recently tested the scanner and shared our full review, complete with scan examples, settings, and tips. If you're exploring structured light scanning or curious about how Einstar Vega compares to other scanners, you’re in the right place. 🔗 Full article with tips & test scans: 👉 Einstar Vega Review – 3D Scanner Testing, Tips & Settings 📺 Quick YouTube Short – Sample Scan: 👉 Watch on YouTube 💬 Got your own scan results? 👉 Please share your experience here, or start a new thread under the Einstar by Shining3D forum.