Do 3D Printed Lowers & Silencers Work? How Reliable Are They!
3D printed lowers do not work. At least not as well as a machined lower. Most 3D printed lowers typically fail after 100 to 200 rounds. The chief reason they fail is anisotropy. This is a phenomenon...
How Fragile Are Printers & Prints? Do They Easily Break! (Contributing Factors)
With a lifespan of between 5 to 10 years, 3D printers have an improved durability compared to most electronics. Desktop computers and regular paper printers have a lifespan of 4 years. While the...
What Surfaces Can You Use A 3D Pen On? All You Need To Use One!
A 3D pen will print on any flat surface. They can be used to draw on paper, plastic, wood, steel and just about any surface. 3D pens print with plastic filament. While plastic can bond to any surface...
Filling in gaps is one of several steps in post-processing a print. Though used primarily for repairing auto body panels, Bondo spot and glazing putty can also be used to fill gaps in 3D prints. One...
What Happens When Filament Runs Out? How To Save Your Print!
One of two things will happen if a printer runs out of filament. If the printer has a run out sensor it will automatically pause the print to allow for the replacement of the filament roll. Once the...
How Accurate Is Cura Filament & Print Estimates? Settings Explained!
Cura filament length estimates are accurate. They are not an estimate but outputs from given parameters. Given the dimensions of the model, slicing software can precisely determine how many steps the...
