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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?

Congratulations! 🎉 This post won 2 filament spools in the Contribute to Win - March 2026 giveaway. We will contact you shortly to arrange the delivery of two SUNLU filament spools. Giveaway Rules: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/973-contribute-to-win-monthly-giveaway

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.

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

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!

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.

🎉 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.

Anyone knows where to buy the silicone nozzle wipers for the ECC2 ? The ones for the Centauri Carbon are not compatible... Thanks!

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!

JAYO sent us the FilaDryer J1 to test. As usual, we thoroughly tested it by printing Benchy in WOOD PLA blend. Here is my detailed review, and my YouTube video is coming soon. https://3dwithus.com/jayo-filadryer-j1-filament-dryer-review Please comment here if you have any questions or want to showcase specific setups and mods.

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.

Will do! I just already have too many filaments opened up and waiting to be used. I am still waiting for some reusuable vacuum bags to arrive, so i can store them efficiently after printing.

Congratulations! 🎉 This thread won 2 filament spools in the Contribute to Win - February 2026 giveaway. We will contact you shortly to arrange the delivery of two SUNLU filament spools. Giveaway Rules: https://3dwithus.com/forum/topic/973-contribute-to-win-monthly-giveaway

🎉 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/

This online calculator will help you estimate the costs involved in creating a 3D-printed object, taking various factors into account. 💰 https://3dwithus.com/3d-print-cost-calculator If you need to justify your 3D printing hobby at home, here’s a handy electricity cost calculator 😉 Spoiler: it doesn’t use as much power as you might think. For UK folks, it’s even more reasonable. ⚡https://3dwithus.com/3d-printer-electricity-cost-calculator We will be getting more handy tools to fill our Interactive Tools & Calculators category. Any requests? Do you have interesting examples of 3D printing costs? Share them here.

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.

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/

The 3DMakerPro Toucan has arrived. The box was received and inspected by our very strict quality control officer, Teddy 🐶 Unboxing, and the first scans will be coming soon. Have you tried this scanner? Share your experience with us.

Thanks! Yes, I tried a few mobile scanning applications in the past and wrote detailed guides featuring them. Here is the main thing to consider. Mobile LiDAR scanning (on phones/tablets) may not be that precise. Photogrammetry/Object Capture can be OK, but the workflow includes uploading files to the cloud, which may be a limitation for privacy, turnaround time, or frequent re-scans and refinements. 3D scanners offer a range of workflow solutions and greater precision. Stone Pillar 3D Scan Taken by Polycam: LiDAR Texture and Mesh vs Photo Mode Texture and Mesh Here is Andrew Sink's "The Best 3D Scanning Apps" would be a good guide to explore. LiDAR and Photogrammetry, Object Capture features offered by such apps can be enough for casual scanning for a 3D printing workflow.

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!

Hi! The FreeCAD Macro for generating these pots is done and published: https://www.printables.com/model/1565610-parametric-anti-sphere-plant-pot-pen-holder-plante Happy customizing :)

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.

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!

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.

Thanks for the reply! I’ve decided to go ahead and get one in the end. Even though it’s just for home use, it’s still pretty frustrating to spend several hours printing something only for it to fail.

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

Yes, it is highly likely that when the wires were cut, they momentarily touched (created a short circuit), which damaged a small component on the printhead board where the fan connects. Since you've confirmed the fan itself works, the problem is almost certainly with the board that provides power to it.

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!

Read more – unboxing, testing, and print examples: Creality Hi Combo Review. In the video below, I take a deep dive into the Creality Hi Combo – a multicolor 3D printer setup that really caught my attention. Creality kindly sent this unit over for review, and while it was provided free, everything I share is my honest opinion. I’ll walk through the unboxing, setup, and testing of the 4-color CFS unit (expandable to 16!) and share some early print results and thoughts. Check it out below! There’s a lot to like about the HI Combo – especially its ease of assembly, multi-color capabilities, and built-in camera. Of course, multicolor printing has its learning curve, especially with slicer settings, but the hardware itself performed great. Let me know your thoughts, tips, or questions in the comments under the video, on this forum, or in a full written review. Please share your Creality Hi Combo experience here, or start a new thread under the FDM 3D Printers forum.

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.