From the Workshop

If the corners of your ABS or ASA prints are lifting or layers are splitting, the problem may lie in ambient temperature. Let's explore when a closed enclosure is truly necessary.

If your printer is making squeaking noises or movement has become stiff, it's time for maintenance. We explain how to extend your machine's lifespan with the right oil and grease selection.

We compare linear rail and POM wheel motion systems for your 3D printer in terms of cost, print quality, and maintenance to help you decide which upgrade is right for you.

Learn how to replace noisy stepper motor drivers with TMC2208 or TMC2209 to make your 3D printer run near-silently, and what to watch out for during the upgrade.

Learn how to diagnose and safely resolve thermistor and heater cartridge failures behind the Thermal Runaway error on your 3D printer.

Sagging bridges and poor overhangs are usually caused by insufficient part cooling. We explain how to improve your print quality with a fan upgrade.

If your hotend temperature keeps bouncing up and down, your print quality suffers too. Here's how to stabilize it with PID tuning.

Regular maintenance is the cheapest way to catch problems before they happen. We've put together a practical maintenance schedule — from weekly to yearly — for your 3D printer.

Are your FDM press-fit parts coming out too tight or too loose? Learn how to design connections that seat perfectly on the first try using the right tolerance values.

Is the frequently repeated 45-degree rule in FDM printing a myth or reality? We explain the true limits of unsupported overhangs in a testable way.