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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

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'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!

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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.

Wanted to share a real-world example of 3D printing actually making a difference — not just in a lab, but in the market. I came across this while reading The 3D Printing Handbook: Technologies, design and applications, and it really stuck with me. The Rehook project. Their goal was straightforward: bring a bicycle chain reattachment tool to market. The catch? They had under €5,000 to do it. Using 3D printing they managed to develop the product, test it with real customers, and launch it — all in about 10 weeks. That kind of timeline would of been nearly impossible with traditional manufacturing. Tooling alone would've eaten most of that budget before they even knew if anyone wanted the thing. And it worked. Within 12 months from starting the design, they sold several thousand units. I think what's easy to overlook here isn't just the cost saving — its the ability to fail fast and cheap before committing to anything. That's were 3D printing really changes the game for small teams. If you want to dig deeper, the book also has a lot more calculations and charts on this — I've dropped a link for anyone interested. Factor 3D Printing Injection Molding Initial Cost ~ €520 ~ €8,200 (with mold) Production Time ~ 10 days ~ 110 days total Flexibility Very high Low (fixed mold) Best For Small–medium runs Large-scale production Design Changes Easy & fast Expensive & slow "

well, its better much better than my qidi 4 plus with its faulty box!

Pretty impressed with the choice of test models included. Could not stop printing one after another. Might give some clues on how to slice my own models. Featured models: Snapmaker, Lucky13toys, JINQITOYS

Learn more about Text-Flips and how to design them. https://3dwithus.com/text-flips-how-to-design-and-3d-print-your-own If you printed or designed text-flips, do not hesitate to share them with us here or in a new thread.

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🎉 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/

Updated Guide: Easter 3D Print Ideas https://3dwithus.com/easter-3d-print-ideas-and-gifts-decorative-and-functional Featured: Bugman_140, 3DPrintBunny, KOZADesign, davemakesstuff_, realNUKDDD and others.

Hi Henry, Here is Kris from EIBOS Team, First of all, we apologize for the inconvenience it caused. Please send us a email to [email protected] with your order number. I will make sure everything goes to the right path. Thank you for choosing EIBOS, Kind regards, EIBOS Team

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)

Thanks! Great work, the way you aligned the music is spot on. I wish you were on socials, I would tag you there too 🙂 Really appreciate you sharing this, I am sure SUNLU (and Anycubic) will love it. You can now find your video across the 3DWithUs socials. Here is the YouTube Short as an example:

Yes, it is a native, Kobra S1 time-lapse video. The inbuilt camera is not the best in terms of quality, but speeding up the timelapse (30s -> 5s) makes it look a little bit better (Also cut it to match the 9:16 aspect ratio of my phone). I didn't share it on socials, so feel free to do so if you like :)

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?

Made another vase as well. I wanted to use this video for a giveaway submission, but later realised it needs easter themed designs. So i edited it a little and I am uploading it here. 0315.mp4 Sources: 3D Model: Scaled to 250mm tall (Only Z-Axis Scale) Filament: SUNLU dual-color Orange+Red Matte Video Editor Background Music Thank you again SUNLU and 3DWithUs!

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

Alongside with this hands-on review, I also recorded a detailed video showing the JAYO FilaDryer J1 setup, drying process, and real-world testing with filament prints. The video gives a closer look at the unit’s design, controls, and how it performs during everyday use.

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

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🎉 February Giveaway Completed — March Giveaway Is On The Way! Huge thanks to our forum supporters! We're excited to award our filament prize to forum contributors 🙌 🏆 Winning contributions: Smart Enclosure with Air Filtration & Filament Tracking: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/998-we-built-a-fully-open-source-smart-enclosure-with-air-filtration-filament-tracking-now-live-on-kickstarter/ How to sketch/draw an egg: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/999-how-to-sketchdraw-an-egg-tutorial Four SUNLU filament spools are now on their way 🎁 What's Next✅ The March giveaway is live ✅ 2 × SUNLU filament spools will be awarded (Best Post and/or Best Comment) ✅ 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/

Hi Everyone! I would like to showcase the result of my latest project: A parametric Anti Sphere Pot They are made by carving out a cylinder using spheres placed in circular and linear patterns. These patterns can also be twisted around the Z-axis, resulting in some truly unique designs! Here are some of the pots i created with it: You can check out and download the demo models on Printables for free. The FreeCAD project file is not yet available (needs some polishing). Since i am not a good photographer, i edited these pictures with the help of AI. You can still view the original photos on the demo's page. I hope you like it :)

Here is one of the models, 3D printed on Creality K2 Pro in engineering-grade material PA12-CF. Looks nice, and the finish resembles popular galaxy composite filaments. This Anti Sphere - looks great. This is the default size. For functionality, I would print it bigger and with a larger nozzle.

Here is the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo evaluation guide and video. 📝 https://3dwithus.com/elegoo-centauri-carbon-2-combo-3d-printer-review 📹 https://youtu.be/f98-ntl3xb8 Featured: Nostalgic3DModels, 3DGlow If you have thoughts, questions, or want to share your own print results with the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo, feel free to post below.

Less than one month to go until SMRRF 2026 in Manchester. I hope the most challenging part is done. Wish me luck! Apart from downloading files and a guide from Printables I used a few good videos to help me with my process: https://www.printables.com/model/1134616-piranha-death-racer The DeathRacers Builders Group on Facebook was immediately helpful, answering my questions: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Zekw3spkx/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🎉 January Giveaway Completed — February Giveaway Is On The Way! Huge thanks to our early forum supporters! We're excited to award our filament prize to forum contributors 🙌 🏆 Winning contributions: A Parametric Polygon Fidget: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/991-parametric-polygon-fidget Four SUNLU filament spools are now on their way 🎁 What's Next✅ The February giveaway is live ✅ 2 × SUNLU filament spools will be awarded (Best Post or/and Best Comment) ✅ 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/

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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.

Hi! I would like to showcase another project of mine: A Balance Tetris Game! How to play?Take turns by placing blocks on the base by either rolling the die for it or choosing a preferred block. If the tower collapses on your turn, you lose! Printing tips:Different wall count and infill % have great impact on the game. I used 2 walls and 15% for every piece. You can print the base with 0 infill, 0 top/bottom layers. Scale it to your preferred size! 50% works just fine as well! I also recommend scaling the tetris die up to 133% (20mm). I recommend printing the solid blocks and the base on a holographic plate. It gives them a great look (Check out the last few pictures)! How to customize your own:To use the project files (.FCStd) you will need FreeCAD, a free to use/download CAD software. After opening the project you will see on the left side all the folders with the models and parameters. When you are done just export the models one by one: Select one of the models, then press Ctrl + e or Top menu > File > Export... The parameters:BaseArcOffset: Offsets the (circle's) arc on the base piece. BaseTeethCount: The number of teeth (slots) on the base piece. EdgeLength: The size of the blocks. GridWallWidth: The wall width of the Grid Blocks. (Solid blocks are not affected) DiceEmbossDepth: The depth of the emboss on the dice PedestalLength: The horizontal length of the pedestal. (The width is always 3 * EdgeLength) PedestalSlotDepth: The depth of the slot the base goes into. PedestalHeight: The height of the pedestal. The project is not foolproof, setting negative/incorrect parameter values might mess up the geometry completely! Happy printing and customizing!I hope you like it! The project is available here: https://www.printables.com/model/1549635-balance-tetris-customizable Other pictures:

Thanks! The die wasn't meant to be printed in multicolor :D, I printed it out in 1 color and then colored the shapes in with a sharpie. But yours came out great!

Great project! Good luck in the Balancing Games contest. I printed the dice so far. It came out nicely. It’s a shame it takes so many color changes for the multicolor version (four colors). It took me 120 color changes and over seven hours to print, with a lot of purging. Hopefully, the next generation of tool- or nozzle-changing printers will make printing multicolored dice more feasible. I can imagine that in this game, if you print many more objects, there could be two dice — one for the shape and another for the color code.

Hi everyone, If you're interested in upgrade kit for Prusa Mini+, you can view the Full installation video here: 📦 Notes about the kitYou’ll need an existing Prusa Mini or Mini+. Some printed plastic parts are required (G-code is provided, or you can order printed parts separately). Shipping is handled via Amazon FBA, and it comes with free returns, which is reassuring for a DIY upgrade. 🎁 Discount for forum membersIf you’re interested in this upgrade, here’s a 40% off promo code: Promo Code: 9DQEI7MN Product Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FM76L72M Feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions below!

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.

I’m very sorry that I can’t provide a picture at the moment as I’m away on a business trip and don’t have the item with me. However, it’s a gear — a part from my child’s toy train. My plan is to buy various models of similar gears and see which one fits best. Thanks again for your reply.

Great attempt! I’ve been wondering whether it’s really necessary to get a filament dryer — have you ever used one?

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

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!

In the 3D printing community, these tank-like models are very popular. Many members have already printed them and compete with each other. I’m also trying to complete my DeathRacers for the next community gathering.

Great post! I just printed a toy tank for my niece with PLA the other day, and she absolutely loves it. I had never considered adding motorized parts inside, though. She would probably be even happier if it could be remote-controlled. Thanks!

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.