# General Discussion **URL:** https://3dprintingspace.com/c/general/1.md?page=3 [Latest](https://3dprintingspace.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://3dprintingspace.com/categories.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [What is causing this?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/what-is-causing-this/10223)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2025, 7:22pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/what-is-causing-this/10223 "2025-09-01T19:22:20Z")
I replaced the hot end, PCB board and main board on my K1 Max printer and my prints are coming out like this. What is causing this? --- ## [Weekly Community 3D Print Challenge, Let’s Design Together!](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/weekly-community-3d-print-challenge-let-s-design-together/10203)
**Author:** [@samca](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/samca)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2025, 11:05pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/weekly-community-3d-print-challenge-let-s-design-together/10203 "2025-08-27T23:05:05Z")
Hey everyone! :waving\_hand: I’m Sam, a 3D designer who’s been working with custom designs and creative projects for a while now. I’m excited to start something new here in the 3D PRINTING SPACE community, a Weekly Commu… --- ## [Heated insert stand](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/heated-insert-stand/10210)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2025, 4:10pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/heated-insert-stand/10210 "2025-08-19T16:10:07Z")
This is the stand I made for inserting threaded inserts. There are dozens of these available on Thingaverse, Printables etc. so why make another. All the ones you can download require parts like extruded frames, wheels, … --- ## [Extruder stopped responding](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/extruder-stopped-responding/10195)
**Author:** [@RUSharp](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/RUSharp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 10:03pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/extruder-stopped-responding/10195 "2025-08-12T22:03:34Z")
After changing out my hot end to address a thermal runaway, I went to reload my filament and my extruder wouldn’t move. I moved the connections around on the board to connect the extruder servo to an axis connector I kn… --- ## [Where did everybody go!](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/where-did-everybody-go/10191)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 10:07pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/where-did-everybody-go/10191 "2025-08-05T22:07:00Z")
Did the rapture happen and no one emailed me? Traffic on the site has dropped a lot, anyone know why??? --- ## [Wondering if this is fixable?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/wondering-if-this-is-fixable/10183)
**Author:** [@Jthatcher25](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Jthatcher25)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 5:58pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/wondering-if-this-is-fixable/10183 "2025-07-11T17:58:55Z")
Hi all. Brand new to 3d printing, I was given an anycubic 4max pro 2.0 by a friend but it’s almost like it was taken apart? Is it fixable? --- ## [Error Key 111: Unkown Exception](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/error-key-111-unkown-exception/10174)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2025, 7:17pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/error-key-111-unkown-exception/10174 "2025-07-02T19:17:52Z")
I replaced the Hot end and Adapter Card on my K1 Max. All of the wires are connected correctly. I am still receiving an Error: Key 111 Unknown Exception message. I cannot even run the self check feature. Can someone … --- ## [Importing crm4 into Prusa slicer](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/importing-crm4-into-prusa-slicer/10172)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 10:09pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/importing-crm4-into-prusa-slicer/10172 "2025-06-30T22:09:25Z")
Can someone let me know if the prusa slicer supports the CRM4 printer? What parameters need to be added to make the printer work? --- ## [Setting the Z-offset using Pronterface instead of the console on your 3D Printer](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/setting-the-z-offset-using-pronterface-instead-of-the-console-on-your-3d-printer/148)
**Author:** [@tony](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/tony)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2025, 8:39pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/setting-the-z-offset-using-pronterface-instead-of-the-console-on-your-3d-printer/148 "2025-06-27T20:39:23Z")
Before you start on this procedure you must have the following steps already completed, please read the instructions entirely before starting. Pronterface installed and working on your computer, You must be able to… --- ## [Lifting on corner of print using CRM4](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/lifting-on-corner-of-print-using-crm4/10166)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2025, 10:30pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/lifting-on-corner-of-print-using-crm4/10166 "2025-06-25T22:30:15Z")
My model was lifting on my CRM4. I taped down the parts that were lifting however and it seemed to help. What can I do to prevent lifting on my prints using the CRM4? --- ## [Dodged a bullet](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/dodged-a-bullet/10163)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2025, 10:11pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/dodged-a-bullet/10163 "2025-06-22T22:11:24Z")
I had a small print I needed and came back after it should have finish. This was stuck on the nozzle.It was pulled off of the bed and melted onto the nozzle. Nice fire hazard! --- ## [Crm4 failed print kindly help](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/crm4-failed-print-kindly-help/10150)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 1:58am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/crm4-failed-print-kindly-help/10150 "2025-06-16T01:58:10Z")
I was printing a model on my CRM4 that started well. The raft was printed but then when I left the print for nine hours I came home to this. My bed is 65 degrees and I applied glue stick on the bed. Should I use blue … --- ## [Print failed on cRm4](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/print-failed-on-crm4/10078)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 6:15pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/print-failed-on-crm4/10078 "2025-06-05T18:15:07Z")
I increased my bed temp to 65 degrees and the print still failed on my CRM4. The print got slid over to one side leaving a rat’s nest of PLA. I applied glue from a glue stick but that did not help. Any suggestions? --- ## [The Mars Mate Air Purifier](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/the-mars-mate-air-purifier/10146)
**Author:** [@drpcguy](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/drpcguy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 3:24am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/the-mars-mate-air-purifier/10146 "2025-06-03T03:24:25Z")
Does anyone have this filter I noticed that has poor section is this normal it barely sucks in air any help that can be given would be greatly appreciated thank you --- ## [Print failure on top layers](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/print-failure-on-top-layers/10143)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2025, 8:25am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/print-failure-on-top-layers/10143 "2025-06-02T08:25:42Z")
What is causing this to happen and how do I fix it? --- ## [Heat insert question](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/heat-insert-question/10140)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/heat-insert-question/10140 "2025-05-30T22:21:57Z")
What are the best or most commonly used sizes of heat inserts. 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 6mm ETC. --- ## [Alien tape and 3d printing](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/alien-tape-and-3d-printing/10102)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 8:23pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/alien-tape-and-3d-printing/10102 "2025-05-29T20:23:40Z")
Most of you have probably seen the ads for “Alien Tape” and maybe though , it can’t be. I bought some at Can Tire, three rolls for about $15, cheaper then adverted on TV. I have to say it really works, I have been sticki… --- ## [Failed print on arm extensions](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/failed-print-on-arm-extensions/10133)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2025, 12:47pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/failed-print-on-arm-extensions/10133 "2025-05-28T12:47:58Z")
I have had this print fail a couple of times now. The arms reaching out from the centre uplift from the PEI build sheet causing the model to fail. I applied glu stick and both times it didn’t work. Any suggestions fro… --- ## [Fun in Retirement](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/fun-in-retirement/10142)
**Author:** [@HobbyMaker3D](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/HobbyMaker3D)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2025, 7:47pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/fun-in-retirement/10142 "2025-05-27T19:47:05Z")
Playing with AI, created caricature image in chatgpt, imported into Maker World for textured file so I can drop that into slicer for printing. Pics left to right. I have been told not to print this at home " because … --- ## [Unusual first layer problem](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/unusual-first-layer-problem/10131)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2025, 9:38pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/unusual-first-layer-problem/10131 "2025-05-19T21:38:11Z")
I have a K1 MAX with a smooth PEI sheet, it works quite well. Ever since I got it I have had a problem with the first layer being “mutilated” sort of like it is boiling. The amount varies from print to print but always t… --- ## [PSA about slicers!](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/psa-about-slicers/10126)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2025, 9:29pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/psa-about-slicers/10126 "2025-05-16T21:29:02Z")
Most if not all slicers have a switch for determining which row, on each layer, gets printed first, inside or outside. These seem to default to the inside row BUT if you set it to the outside row it seems to leave a more… --- ## [Best way to paint](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-way-to-paint/10118)
**Author:** [@97camaroturbo](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/97camaroturbo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 10:11pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-way-to-paint/10118 "2025-05-14T22:11:32Z")
Can i paint the whole number/letters (like all edges) at once. I did this by painting every edge --- ## [Can You Print On Parchment Paper?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/can-you-print-on-parchment-paper/8734)
**Author:** [@JassieR](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/JassieR)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 9:54pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/can-you-print-on-parchment-paper/8734 "2025-05-14T21:54:57Z")
Hey guys, I wanted to print a cool design on parchment paper for baking, but the ink keeps smearing all over the place! I’m also worried that the paper might get stuck in my printer and break it. Does anyone know if the… --- ## [🪨Rock 'n' Roots: Guitar Planters in Front of Orange Amp](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/rock-n-roots-guitar-planters-in-front-of-orange-amp/10119)
**Author:** [@MarkEspedido](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/MarkEspedido)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 4:55pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/rock-n-roots-guitar-planters-in-front-of-orange-amp/10119 "2025-05-12T16:55:43Z")
:guitar: “Grow Your Groove: Rock Garden Series” :shamrock:A decorative fusion of music and nature, the guitar planter is a miniature, guitar-shaped stand designed to hold glass tubes for propagating plants. Often displa… --- ## [Resin setting for saturn 4 ultra with jamg he water resin](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/resin-setting-for-saturn-4-ultra-with-jamg-he-water-resin/10113)
**Author:** [@drpcguy](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/drpcguy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 10:53pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/resin-setting-for-saturn-4-ultra-with-jamg-he-water-resin/10113 "2025-05-09T22:53:48Z")
hi i like to know if any has use theses to gather iam try to find a starting point for the resin setting thanks --- ## [Bambu Lab H2D Coming Soon](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/bambu-lab-h2d-coming-soon/10017)
**Author:** [@chris](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/chris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 7:02pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/bambu-lab-h2d-coming-soon/10017 "2025-05-09T19:02:01Z")
Set to debut at Rapid + TCT 2025 Official specs coming soon — stay tuned! --- ## [3D-Printed Millennium Falcon Escape Scene 🌌](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printed-millennium-falcon-escape-scene/9887)
**Author:** [@MarkEspedido](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/MarkEspedido)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2025, 2:08pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printed-millennium-falcon-escape-scene/9887 "2025-05-01T14:08:12Z")
This incredible 3D-printed diorama captures the Millennium Falcon’s daring escape through the Death Star’s trenches! The iconic ship is suspended in motion, surrounded by intricate details and dynamic tension cables t… --- ## [Edges lifting from every print that i do. Nothing i is fixing it](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/edges-lifting-from-every-print-that-i-do-nothing-i-is-fixing-it/9984)
**Author:** [@97camaroturbo](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/97camaroturbo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 10:04am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/edges-lifting-from-every-print-that-i-do-nothing-i-is-fixing-it/9984 "2025-04-30T10:04:27Z")
No matter what i do the edges on every print curl up. I have changed the temperature on the bed, i have washed it, steel wooled it, acetoned it, lowered the fan speed, lowered the speed on the first layer. I even upped t… --- ## [Failing resin print](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/failing-resin-print/10050)
**Author:** [@NickGarai](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/NickGarai)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 9:51am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/failing-resin-print/10050 "2025-04-30T09:51:07Z")
My resin print is consistently failing on the same location. I have had supports added but no effect. Any suggestions that could fix this problem? I have angled it forward 10 degrees but that did not help. --- ## [Is The L00P Filament Recycler A Scam?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/is-the-l00p-filament-recycler-a-scam/9641)
**Author:** [@Matthew](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Matthew)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2025, 11:28pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/is-the-l00p-filament-recycler-a-scam/9641 "2025-04-27T23:28:18Z")
Hi everyone, As some of you may have seen there has been a new rather controversial company pop up in the community. L00P is a new company advertising their new magical desktop filament production tool. Apparently is is… [Previous page](https://3dprintingspace.com/c/general/1.md?page=2) [Next page](https://3dprintingspace.com/c/general/1.md?page=4)