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Justin Caldwell

Justin obtained his MBA at Baker University. He loves learning and writing about smart home technology and has a passion for its application. Justin brings a wealth of writing experience to the Total 3DPrinting team and enjoys discovering new 3D Printing technologies that anyone can use.

Flashforge Creator 3 Review [2022]: Our Honest Opinion

This particular 3D printer is designed and marketed toward universities for use in their engineering departments. It’s a professional system at an affordable price, making it accessible for anyone who needs a machine for a group of people.

It’s a desktop-sized printer and is priced at the high end of the market for those looking for an at-home piece of equipment, but it’s still rather accessible if you’re a serious hobbyist. It’s loaded with features that make it a worthwhile investment.

Specifications

Flashforge Creator 3

  • Technology: Fused filament fabrication (FFF)
  • Build volume: 300mm x 250mm x 200mm
  • Printer weight: 40kg
  • Printer dimensions: 627mm x 485mm x 615mm
  • Layer height: 0.05-0.4mm
  • Filament diameter: 1.75mm
  • Nozzle diamet
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Anycubic Photon Review [2022]: Will This Work for You?

You can’t beat the reliability and affordability of resin printers. They’re also easy to use and offer a great alternative to SLA printers because they’re safer and easier for beginners. There is a learning curve with some, but it’s worth figuring out so you can reap all the benefits.

DLP, or digital light processing, is a method of 3D printing that uses light to cure the project. Rather than heating up a filament and printing something hot onto a heated bed, it simply cures one layer of the project at a time using liquid resin and UV rays.

Once the layer is cured, the print bed moves to allow for the next layer to be printed. This offers a high level of accuracy, even in the most detailed prints. This liquid resin doesn’t need to be heated first, and it makes it much safer than an SLA printer.

Features

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FLUX BeamBox Review: Our Complete Guide

While we here at All 3D Printing tend to focus on 3D printers, there are some one-off devices that need to be included. These are items like laser cutters, engravers, or any other tools that creatives might make use of on a regular basis.

There are plenty of 3D printers available that come with these features included. They’re usually hybrid devices that give users a way to perform multiple tasks. Sometimes they make things easier, sometimes they don’t. Regardless, they are designed to perform more than one function.

One such device is the Flux Beambox. This combination of laser cutter and engraver is pretty new to the market, but it still offers plenty of features for its users. But is the Flux Beambox worth the price attached to it?

Let’s take a look at what this device has to offer.

Flux Beambox

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Snapmaker Review: An Affordable 3-in-1 Printer?

If you’re familiar with our site, then you’re well aware of the new and exciting ways that 3D printers are impacting our society. But even if you just want to get one to print some interesting and creative objects, you can do that too.

When it comes to 3D printing, the only limitation is you. You can create any object you want. Collectibles to put on your shelf, objects that you can use around the house, and utensils for eating are just a few of the things you can make with your 3D printer.

In addition to printing 3D objects, 3D printers themselves are becoming more versatile. Snapmaker, for example, brings its 3-in-1 3D printer to the table by offering a device that will not only print but will also work as a CNC carver and a laser engraver.

Snapmaker

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Onshape vs Fusion 360 [2020]: Which Software is Best?

As technology continues to become more and more prevalent in our lives, we discover that we have more and more options for the things that we use on a regular basis. For example, we can now choose between several smart assistants: Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomePod.

We also have multiple options for our thermostats. Do you want to use Nest, Honeywell, or Ecobee? The same goes for streaming content. Which among Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and Amazon Prime do you prefer?

The same is true for CAD software, an industry that previously only offered a few options. Nowadays, as design becomes an increasing need throughout a wide variety of industries, CAD software with ranging features and capabilities is now available.

Now, the problem is no longer finding CAD software, and it’s finding the right one for your needs. An option that is particularly suited for one application may not be compatible with another one, so ensuring you select the right one is important.

As a resu

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How to Find the Best Multi Color 3D Printer [2022]

As technology continues to evolve, lesser-known markets are beginning to come into their own. One such area that is starting to spread its wings is 3D printing. This industry has shown that it has a place in the world of consumer technology during the past few years.

Even though this industry isn’t as mainstream as other technologies yet, it is still making significant noise in the tech sector. But what about those that aren’t as familiar with 3D printing?

That’s where we want to help. Choosing the right color 3D printer can be challenging. So, with that in mind, what should you consider when selecting a color 3D printer? Let’s take a look at some criteria to consider as you make your decision.

What Will You Use It For?

3d printer

This Is arguably the most important item to consider while you’re mak

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How to Find the Best 3D Printer Build Plate

With all of the features of 3D printers, you may overlook the bed as one of the most important. However, you might want to think again. It can be the most noteworthy feature on your print quality, and it can define how easy it is to remove your print when it’s done.

While print beds come in many different materials, with various thermal characteristics, and at other price points, the whole point of the built plate is to offer a flat surface where the bottom layer of your print can rest.

It also provides an adhesive surface to which your print can adhere. The plastic extruded from the print head should form a temporary bond with the build plate without sliding around. This ensures that the print is built precisely.

If the build plate itself does not have an adhesive layer, it should provide a surface to which an adhesive layer can be applied.

Luckily, there are a lot of different options for build plates. Each has its own unique properties. Some 3D printers come with reall

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How to Find the Best 3D Printer for Flexible Filament [2022]

Most flexible filaments are referred to as TPE or TPU. They have elastic properties that create a final product that’s stretchy. The great thing about flexible filament is that it’s resistant to fatigue, it’s soft, and a heated bed isn’t required for printing.

However, there are some things you need to consider when looking for a 3D printer to use with flexible filament.

Overview of Flexible Filament

flexible filament

Thermoplastic Elastomers, or TPE, are a material made from a blend of rubber and hard plastic. It’s an elastic material that allows the plastic to be stretched. While there are several different types of TPE, Thermoplastic polyurethane, or TPU, is the most common.

A lot of times you’ll see these two names used interchangeably. The brand name Ninjaflex also falls into this category and is used

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