Life sized models and other oversized projects might seem impossible to 3D print at home. Many might assume using common sized printers (such as an Ender 3, Prusa or even smaller) would make the project impossible. In fact scaling and cutting up a file is rather easy. All slicing programs ... Read More »
By now, everyone everywhere is accustomed to life with face masks, thanks to Coronavirus. (Covid-19) Essential workers and those who are brave enough to venture out in public don masks in a variety of colours and styles. First and foremost, I’m a 3D printer. Hence, fabric masks don’t cut it ... Read More »
In this article, I will cover how I created a silicone mould from a 3D printed model. Come learn how and be inspired to make your own resin cast. Products you will require to play along at home with: 3D Printer – I’m using my Tronxy X3S to print the ... Read More »
3D Printed Shaped Lithophanes, Have you ever wanted to bring your photos to life? How about giving them a new purpose or even incorporating them into different objects you use every day? By now you have more than likely heard of what a 3D printed Lithophane is. A century’s old ... Read More »
What is a Lithophane? Get TronXY White PLA on Amazon! Lithophanes are 3D printed picture impressions. These will typically look like a topographical map until it is lit from the back, and the image will appear. Today, I will be explaining how to set up your printer to print lithophanes ... Read More »
That’s a HUGE Duck! The Great Duck Project was created a joint effort between two groups, The Maker Faire Westport and the Westport Sunrise Rotary club. Mark Mathias, the founder of the Maker Faire Westport, decided to use his 3D printers to put a spin on things. In fact, the ... Read More »
*****UPDATE- THIS PROJECT WONT BE GOING AHEAD ANYMORE!!***** Making one of the biggest models ever done to date. Namely called a Diorama, scene made up of some of our favourite characters from Marvel universe made and supplied by sanix. Walls and flooring printed with Geetech white Pla Filament. Under the hood! Creality ... Read More »
*****UPDATE- THIS PROJECT WONT BE GOING AHEAD ANYMORE!!***** Introduction The 3D printing world has become saturated these days with cloned printers and components which some are good and some can leave disastrous effects. This leads up to my question numerous times on social media – “Do all these cheap components and ... Read More »
Having printed the bog standard prints, you know the ones when you first get a 3D printer…Benchy, Leveling wheels, temp towers etc. I wanted something more challenging to print. Something that gives you the wow factor. I decided to print the OpenRC F1 car project! Being part of Inov3D, I ... Read More »
