# Latest **URL:** https://3dprintingspace.com/latest.md [Latest](https://3dprintingspace.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://3dprintingspace.com/categories.md) --- ## [Do You Keep a Laser Printer in Your 3D Printing Workspace?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/do-you-keep-a-laser-printer-in-your-3d-printing-workspace/10537)
**Author:** [@premium\_toners](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/premium_toners)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 7:19pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/do-you-keep-a-laser-printer-in-your-3d-printing-workspace/10537 "2026-10-02T19:19:28Z")
I’ve been thinking about how useful a regular laser printer can be alongside a 3D printer, especially for people who work on projects, prototypes, and small batches. A 3D printer handles the physical part of a project, … --- ## [Has anyone used Unveil Form PETG?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/has-anyone-used-unveil-form-petg/10534)
**Author:** [@Davethegearhead](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Davethegearhead)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 11:17pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/has-anyone-used-unveil-form-petg/10534 "2026-10-01T23:17:18Z")
Has anyone used Unveil Form’s PETG? How did it perform at 200 -300 mm/s printing speeds? Thanks --- ## [Why are so many people getting into 3D printing?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/why-are-so-many-people-getting-into-3d-printing/10433)
**Author:** [@vikas](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/vikas)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 11:17am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/why-are-so-many-people-getting-into-3d-printing/10433 "2026-09-29T11:17:09Z")
If you’ve been following the 3D printing community over the last few years, you’ve probably noticed how much it has grown. What was once considered a niche hobby is now being used by students, hobbyists, engineers, and e… --- ## [Empty spool weights](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/empty-spool-weights/1514)
**Author:** [@kitedemon](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/kitedemon)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/empty-spool-weights/1514 "2026-09-29T11:14:29Z")
This is lifted from ‘So you have run out of …’ thread by (@gondolin). 3D Printing Canada Euro Line Spool: 225g (@Keith ) 3D Printing Canada NEAT Line Early 2020 Spool: 240g (@Keith ) 3D Printing Canada Standard Line S… --- ## [Creality K1 Max wont extrude - NOT Clogged Nozzle](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/creality-k1-max-wont-extrude-not-clogged-nozzle/10521)
**Author:** [@gregmcd5340](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/gregmcd5340)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 5:28pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/creality-k1-max-wont-extrude-not-clogged-nozzle/10521 "2026-09-26T17:28:41Z")
I was having poor exclusion problems and I had to replace the extruder assembly. When I removed the old assembly. I found there was a blue tube about three quarters of an inch long between the extruder and the frame in … --- ## [BenchTare — a free tool for tracking complete 3D-printing projects](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/benchtare-a-free-tool-for-tracking-complete-3d-printing-projects/10510)
**Author:** [@And86](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/And86)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/benchtare-a-free-tool-for-tracking-complete-3d-printing-projects/10510 "2026-09-26T14:40:30Z")
Hi everyone! Printing large, multi-plate projects on my Bambu H2C made me want a clearer picture of what each complete build costs—not just filament, but failed prints, electricity, extra materials and assembly time. T… --- ## [Senior newbie saying Hi!](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/senior-newbie-saying-hi/10522)
**Author:** [@zachiedoo](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/zachiedoo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 10:48pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/senior-newbie-saying-hi/10522 "2026-09-25T22:48:17Z")
I have always been technically-oriented and 3D printing was very appealing. I started looking into it and researching a year ago. I took a local workshop intro to 3D printing and that was enough to make me buy my first … --- ## [Best wireless printer for home use, Recommendations](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-wireless-printer-for-home-use-recommendations/10515)
**Author:** [@moe3133](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/moe3133)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 1:36am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-wireless-printer-for-home-use-recommendations/10515 "2026-09-25T01:36:15Z")
I researched the best wireless printer and picked theses two the HP OfficeJet Pro 8125 Wireless Printer and the Canon PIXMA TS6520 Wireless Color Inkjet Printer. Which one is best for me.I am looking for home office use. … --- ## [The 3D printer is set to 200°C, but the temperature suddenly drops to 0°C when printing begins](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/the-3d-printer-is-set-to-200-c-but-the-temperature-suddenly-drops-to-0-c-when-printing-begins/10519)
**Author:** [@davidjin](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/davidjin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/the-3d-printer-is-set-to-200-c-but-the-temperature-suddenly-drops-to-0-c-when-printing-begins/10519 "2026-09-23T14:38:04Z")
The issue started when the 1.75mm filament got stuck and snapped inside the guide tube. To remove the broken filament, I used needle-nose pliers to loosen the screw securing the tube to the nozzle assembly and extracted … --- ## [Printing Letter Issues](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/printing-letter-issues/6788)
**Author:** [@juansa](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/juansa)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 3:44pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/printing-letter-issues/6788 "2026-09-22T15:44:30Z")
Hi everyone, and thank you in advance for your help! I hope that I started this topic in the correct area, if not please let me know! As you can see in the below photo, the printer (Ender 3) works more or less correctly… --- ## [Crowdfunding Creality M1R1](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/crowdfunding-creality-m1r1/10498)
**Author:** [@kitedemon](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/kitedemon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 12:29pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/crowdfunding-creality-m1r1/10498 "2026-09-21T12:29:14Z")
I again backed a crowed funded project that is starting to look sketchy. The Creality M1/R1 recycler. It is way behind projected timelines and has some serious issues. It appears they are having feed issues (the big issu… --- ## [Hallo from the Netherlands](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/hallo-from-the-netherlands/10451)
**Author:** [@redman684](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/redman684)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 2:18am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/hallo-from-the-netherlands/10451 "2026-09-21T02:18:58Z")
An enthusiast from the Netherlands here. Software engineer and DIY guy. Made many project from wood, plexyglass and metal, combined with micro-electronics and magnets. 3D printing has been well integrated in my hobby now… --- ## [Introduction from Lee Curiosity\_VN](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/introduction-from-lee-curiosity-vn/10260)
**Author:** [@Leecuriosity](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Leecuriosity)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 9:22pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/introduction-from-lee-curiosity-vn/10260 "2026-09-20T21:22:50Z")
Hi there … I just randomly find this forum on while seaching for solving some problems with my printer… And it seems that this forum is quite interesting for me. I’m Lee from VietNam… I’m a mechanical engineer and I’m p… --- ## [Bed levelling problems](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/bed-levelling-problems/10463)
**Author:** [@iamhamwich](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/iamhamwich)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 7:50pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/bed-levelling-problems/10463 "2026-09-20T19:50:17Z")
Im using the creality ender 3 v3 se and ive run into a levelling problem When doing an auto level operation the print head moves to the right (on x axis) and makes a grinding noise Then the print head is supposed to mo… --- ## [Filament that glow with Black Light](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/filament-that-glow-with-black-light/10458)
**Author:** [@jcdeshaies](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/jcdeshaies)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 5:49pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/filament-that-glow-with-black-light/10458 "2026-09-20T17:49:00Z")
Hi, I had a surprise when I used a black light to QC some conformal coating on a PCB. The UnveilForm blue and white filament are glowing. No other filament arround did the same thing. Are the other UnveilForm or 3D Pi… --- ## [How to Fix Sagging Bridges and Poor Bridging: Settings for Clean Overhangs (Bambu Lab, Ender & Prusa)](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/how-to-fix-sagging-bridges-and-poor-bridging-settings-for-clean-overhangs-bambu-lab-ender-prusa/10449)
**Author:** [@chris](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/chris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 2:09pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/how-to-fix-sagging-bridges-and-poor-bridging-settings-for-clean-overhangs-bambu-lab-ender-prusa/10449 "2026-09-20T14:09:54Z")
Quick answer Sagging bridges are almost always caused by too much heat and not enough cooling for the short time the filament is unsupported. Set your part cooling fan to 100%, drop the nozzle temperature 5-10°C below… --- ## [How to Fix Z-Banding on 3D Prints: 7 Fixes for Smooth, Even Layers (Bambu Lab, Ender & Prusa)](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/how-to-fix-z-banding-on-3d-prints-7-fixes-for-smooth-even-layers-bambu-lab-ender-prusa/10447)
**Author:** [@chris](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/chris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 2:07pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/how-to-fix-z-banding-on-3d-prints-7-fixes-for-smooth-even-layers-bambu-lab-ender-prusa/10447 "2026-09-20T14:07:39Z")
Quick answer Z-banding is caused by tiny, repeating variations in how far the Z axis moves between layers, so some layers sit slightly proud or recessed and form horizontal bands. The most reliable fixes are to reliev… --- ## [Python mod? Question to the room](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/python-mod-question-to-the-room/10334)
**Author:** [@Jason](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Jason)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 12:06pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/python-mod-question-to-the-room/10334 "2026-09-16T12:06:53Z")
Hey @kitedemon Question just for you… :slight\_smile: In this thread What are your thoughts? P1S vs P2S - #3 by kitedemon you mentioned a Python mod for the AMS, I have to ask, Never heard of this before what is it? I … --- ## [Best 3D Printing Filament for High-Quality and Reliable Prints Expert Guide](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-3d-printing-filament-for-high-quality-and-reliable-prints-expert-guide/10456)
**Author:** [@Jason12](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Jason12)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 7:04pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/best-3d-printing-filament-for-high-quality-and-reliable-prints-expert-guide/10456 "2026-09-15T19:04:15Z")
I have been researching the best 3D printing filament for the past few days because I want to improve the quality and consistency of my 3D prints. I compared different filaments based on print quality durability ease of … --- ## [PLA - coefficient of expancion](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/pla-coefficient-of-expancion/10459)
**Author:** [@Loosenut](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Loosenut)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 2:30pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/pla-coefficient-of-expancion/10459 "2026-09-15T14:30:28Z")
I printed out a new number plate for my house, thick black base with thinner top layers in copper coloured PLA. Both where PLA+ but different brands. I noticed that the plate now has a significant warp in it, outwards to… --- ## [Need help with print settings for a Cuban chain in PLA silk](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/need-help-with-print-settings-for-a-cuban-chain-in-pla-silk/10323)
**Author:** [@Burger](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Burger)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 12:39pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/need-help-with-print-settings-for-a-cuban-chain-in-pla-silk/10323 "2026-09-15T12:39:38Z")
I’m printing this cuban chain in Eryone red/gold PLA silk on my Bambu Lab A1, and I dont know if my settings are reasonable for this or not, can someone help? I’m using Bambu Studio BTW. Speed: Outer wall speed: 30mm/s … --- ## [Newbie 😵‍💫 trying to figure things out](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/newbie-trying-to-figure-things-out/10462)
**Author:** [@iamhamwich](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/iamhamwich)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 12:16pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/newbie-trying-to-figure-things-out/10462 "2026-09-15T12:16:02Z")
Hi - my name is Hamwich. I’m new to 3D printing… I’ve had my creality ender 3 v3 se for 2 months now. I live in KwaZulu Natal South Africa. High humidity giving me problems with moist filament. I need a drying box. Im tr… --- ## [3D printing issu : vertical walls are not straight](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printing-issu-vertical-walls-are-not-straight/10452)
**Author:** [@Pates455](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Pates455)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 6:49pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printing-issu-vertical-walls-are-not-straight/10452 "2026-09-09T18:49:06Z")
Hi everyone, I’m having an issue on all my 3D prints with my Bambu Lab A1. Whenever a model has a vertical wall that ends with a flat horizontal surface, the walls tend to deform/lean instead of staying straight (see ph… --- ## [Anyone here doing 3D printing alongside their regular print work?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/anyone-here-doing-3d-printing-alongside-their-regular-print-work/10460)
**Author:** [@DhavalPX](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/DhavalPX)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 6:45pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/anyone-here-doing-3d-printing-alongside-their-regular-print-work/10460 "2026-09-09T18:45:53Z")
Curious if there’s crossover in this community-who’s running 3D printers alongside screen/digital/other setups? Quick questions to kick things off: what are you printing - prototypes, jigs/fixtures, finished products,… --- ## [Do I really need 3 machines for one project?](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/do-i-really-need-3-machines-for-one-project/10461)
**Author:** [@realbecca](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/realbecca)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 6:28pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/do-i-really-need-3-machines-for-one-project/10461 "2026-09-09T18:28:07Z")
Trying to keep my setup small, but every project seems to need a bit of everything: FDM for the part, laser for a panel/marking, CNC for the bits that need actual cutting. The annoying part isn’t even the work. It’s mov… --- ## [I have a question for our community members/readers](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/i-have-a-question-for-our-community-members-readers/5350)
**Author:** [@Jason](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Jason)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 12:34am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/i-have-a-question-for-our-community-members-readers/5350 "2026-09-04T00:34:03Z")
Hi everyone, I was thinking about the forum on my rather long drive to Ottawa and was wondering a couple of things hope you would not mind answering for me. Where does our community base come from? Are most of you loca… --- ## [Picture added to object](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/picture-added-to-object/10445)
**Author:** [@97camaroturbo](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/97camaroturbo)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 3:51pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/picture-added-to-object/10445 "2026-09-01T15:51:37Z")
Im having a hard time getting this picture added to my object and being able to edit it. No mater what I do nothing changes. --- ## [3D Printing Trend: Engineers Are Turning to On-Demand Production (No Tooling, No Minimums)](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printing-trend-engineers-are-turning-to-on-demand-production-no-tooling-no-minimums/10409)
**Author:** [@chris](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/chris)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 5:19am UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3d-printing-trend-engineers-are-turning-to-on-demand-production-no-tooling-no-minimums/10409 "2026-08-31T05:19:42Z")
There’s been a clear shift in how engineers and product teams are using 3D printing. It’s no longer just about prototyping. More teams are now using 3D printing services as a production tool, especially when traditional… --- ## [3DCA PETG filament separation](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3dca-petg-filament-separation/10457)
**Author:** [@JPPaq](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/JPPaq)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/3dca-petg-filament-separation/10457 "2026-08-28T20:09:43Z")
Hi everyone, A 3D newbie here. Why does the PETG filament separate at post print layers or go spaghetti when previous prints hold strong and complete without issues. The filament has been in used 3 days prior to my pro… --- ## [SLS material issue](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/sls-material-issue/10454)
**Author:** [@Mikesawyer](https://3dprintingspace.com/u/Mikesawyer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 4:17pm UTC](https://3dprintingspace.com/t/sls-material-issue/10454 "2026-08-28T16:17:00Z")
Has anyone experienced problems using Formlabs Nylon12 GF resin. I had a problem getting good prints and wonder if it’s going to be an ongoing issue. [Next page](https://3dprintingspace.com/latest.md?page=1)