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## [Can not get the path workbench to make a tool path,](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/can-not-get-the-path-workbench-to-make-a-tool-path/8391)

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**Author:** [@0920](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/0920)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 8, 2025, 12:48am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/can-not-get-the-path-workbench-to-make-a-tool-path/8391 "2025-01-08T00:48:29Z")

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I can not get a tool path to work. I think the reason is I can not get the tool controller to work. Any help would be apricated.

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## [3d scanner of model to cad](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/3d-scanner-of-model-to-cad/8370)

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**Author:** [@chimaera](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/chimaera)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 4:13pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/3d-scanner-of-model-to-cad/8370 "2025-01-03T16:13:24Z")

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Not to sure were to put this post so here it goes here. kind of going backwards but it made sense to me at least at the time and it will make sense to every one later as I explain. Anyway I had made a clay model of a k…

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## [MOBO (USA) any help](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/mobo-usa-any-help/8317)

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**Author:** [@Bytlan](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Bytlan)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2024, 1:23am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/mobo-usa-any-help/8317 "2024-12-14T01:23:22Z")

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I’m more of a maker more than a tech. All my machines - Twotrees, Anet, Tevo, Sunlu, Anycubic, Kingroon (Got a Ender 3 - just slow) and so on printer control boards fail. Not so much the visual displays. 1 machine made i…

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## [Not a Printer, But Closely Related](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/not-a-printer-but-closely-related/3295)

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**Author:** [@Ender5r](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Ender5r)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 10, 2024, 7:47am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/not-a-printer-but-closely-related/3295 "2024-12-10T07:47:22Z")

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Some of you know I’ve been searching for a way to store opened spools of filament, 1 that keeps them dry. This is easiest in a vacuum container. Having not really found anything, I was toying with making my own. Well, t…

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## [Ender 3 S1 Pro and Sonic Pad with drops](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/ender-3-s1-pro-and-sonic-pad-with-drops/8333)

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**Author:** [@Nefarious](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Nefarious)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 8, 2024, 8:18pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/ender-3-s1-pro-and-sonic-pad-with-drops/8333 "2024-12-08T20:18:29Z")

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I decided to get the Creality Sonic pad to move my printing into the klipper arena. After I installed it and went through a dozen you tube videos on how to set it up, I am finally printing. Creality offers a set of Cur…

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## [My First Design - Tool Caddy](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/my-first-design-tool-caddy/7342)

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**Author:** [@mcgranpa](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/mcgranpa)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 4:01pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/my-first-design-tool-caddy/7342 "2024-12-05T16:01:07Z")

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I purchased a Ender 3 V2 Neo at the end of April. I’ve never used one so I’m just leaning. I started with printer existing models. Since I was familiar with Blender I used it. Here is the finished product. I used f…

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## [Octopus v1.1, e0 dont work](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/octopus-v1-1-e0-dont-work/8332)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 7:57am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/octopus-v1-1-e0-dont-work/8332 "2024-12-05T07:57:00Z")

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Good morning, I bought an octopus v1.1 mainboard, I configure the marlin normally but the motor connected to input E0 does not work, the status of the motor and the cable are fine, I checked it by connecting to other inp…

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## [How to choose 3D printing wire for beginners](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-choose-3d-printing-wire-for-beginners/8329)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 10:42pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-choose-3d-printing-wire-for-beginners/8329 "2024-12-03T22:42:50Z")

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PLA is one of the most common and easy-to-print materials, especially suitable for beginners. It’s a biodegradable material, affordable, prints at relatively low temperatures (190-230°C), and has no odor, making it less …

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## [Printing Speed Questions](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-speed-questions/8318)

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**Author:** [@Nefarious](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Nefarious)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 10:26pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-speed-questions/8318 "2024-12-03T22:26:40Z")

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To be clear, this is the first time I have thought of how to potentially make my prints faster. I have a couple of 18 hr prints I have to do and am working out what might be the best way to attempt to speed them up. Th…

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## [In-depth application of FDM printer in the field of special education](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/in-depth-application-of-fdm-printer-in-the-field-of-special-education/8308)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 4:51am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/in-depth-application-of-fdm-printer-in-the-field-of-special-education/8308 "2024-11-22T04:51:27Z")

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As an innovative educational tool, FDM printer is playing an increasingly important role in the field of special education. By transforming the digital model into a physical object, it provides an intuitive and vivid tea…

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## [Where can I do 3D printing at a low cost in Pune?](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/where-can-i-do-3d-printing-at-a-low-cost-in-pune/8288)

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**Author:** [@Vexmatech](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Vexmatech)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 19, 2024, 3:06am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/where-can-i-do-3d-printing-at-a-low-cost-in-pune/8288 "2024-11-19T03:06:41Z")

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Vexma Technologies excels in the field of 3D printing in Pune, particularly through its innovative use of Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) technology. Specializing in delivering high-quality MJF printing services, Vexma is known f…

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## [Relatively new OpenSCAD feature - Manifold library for much faster F6 render times](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/relatively-new-openscad-feature-manifold-library-for-much-faster-f6-render-times/7764)

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**Author:** [@CoreyPDX](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/CoreyPDX)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/relatively-new-openscad-feature-manifold-library-for-much-faster-f6-render-times/7764 "2024-11-18T19:47:10Z")

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Hey folks, while skimming through some posts on Reddit’s r/openscad, I noticed someone mention that there’s a relatively new feature in the more recent development releases called “manifold”. If you check this box, it w…

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## [Printing my design with supports on the Lulzbot Taz causes it to become stuck](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-my-design-with-supports-on-the-lulzbot-taz-causes-it-to-become-stuck/8294)

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**Author:** [@Jhaberman](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Jhaberman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 3:53pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-my-design-with-supports-on-the-lulzbot-taz-causes-it-to-become-stuck/8294 "2024-11-15T15:53:35Z")

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Any setting suggestions? This rotates with pins in sockets. In case the image doesn’t work I attached a link to a google drive image.

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## [First time printing with PETG](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/first-time-printing-with-petg/7213)

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**Author:** [@Nefarious](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Nefarious)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2024, 3:52pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/first-time-printing-with-petg/7213 "2024-11-03T15:52:06Z")

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I am making a part for my next door neighbor for use outside in the weather so I used PETG. First time I have printed with it and the sides seem to have some surface issues. Is there a known cause for these kind of …

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## [Wire Management for 3D Printing Dryers: Enhancing Safety and Efficiency](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/wire-management-for-3d-printing-dryers-enhancing-safety-and-efficiency/8279)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 1:44pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/wire-management-for-3d-printing-dryers-enhancing-safety-and-efficiency/8279 "2024-10-29T13:44:44Z")

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Proper wire management plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of 3D printing equipment, including filament dryer. As 3D printing technology becomes more prevalent in both hobbyist and industri…

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## [Reliable PLA filament source](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/reliable-pla-filament-source/8081)

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**Author:** [@rmazzi](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/rmazzi)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 8:52am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/reliable-pla-filament-source/8081 "2024-10-27T08:52:47Z")

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I have been using Inland PLA filament. It was convenient to pick up from my local Microcenter. However, it is getting hard to find the same variant of PLA filament (PLA, PLA+, PLA Pro, HS PLA) in a color I want (basic …

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## [New Printer Options](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/new-printer-options/8210)

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**Author:** [@Nefarious](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Nefarious)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 27, 2024, 8:43am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/new-printer-options/8210 "2024-10-27T08:43:53Z")

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I am looking for a new printer with a larger build volume. I currently have an Ender 3 S1 pro and for the most part it meets my needs. I probably haven’t spent enough time tuning it, I get good enough results for what …

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## [Printing problem I can’t solve](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-problem-i-can-t-solve/7850)

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**Author:** [@PaulD](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/PaulD)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:41am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/printing-problem-i-can-t-solve/7850 "2024-10-24T08:41:38Z")

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Hello All, I have watched many Dr. Vax videos (and others) and have not seen this exact issue so I’m coming here for help. Please see the attached photos. Besides the settings in the photo, I am using PLA and I have a …

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## [How to avoid excessive drying of 3D filament dryer](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-avoid-excessive-drying-of-3d-filament-dryer/8281)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 8:34am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-to-avoid-excessive-drying-of-3d-filament-dryer/8281 "2024-10-24T08:34:40Z")

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To avoid excessive drying of 3D filaments using a filament dryer, you can follow these key practices: Monitor Drying Time: Different filaments require different drying times. Over-drying can make filaments brittle. Chec…

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## [TPU Issue](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/tpu-issue/3550)

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**Author:** [@Gramps](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Gramps)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/tpu-issue/3550 "2024-10-14T18:42:19Z")

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I’m new to printing TPU, I’m printing it on my Power Spec i3 Duplicator Plus (rebranded Wanda) it a direct drive. This is a bumper for an RC car, I printed on using the same brand TPU but a different color also less infi…

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## [How do I leave a comment on a model?](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-do-i-leave-a-comment-on-a-model/8264)

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**Author:** [@CoreyPDX](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/CoreyPDX)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2024, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/how-do-i-leave-a-comment-on-a-model/8264 "2024-10-08T19:30:53Z")

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I don’t see a button or comment box for this ability. I’m lookiing at this one specifically: https://models.makewithtech.com/customize/type/S3/download/MOD230125A2A4A\_CustomizableRemovableHandleforAllenHexWrenchKey\_Cus…

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## [Ender 3 Nozzle temp of 522 degree centigrade](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/ender-3-nozzle-temp-of-522-degree-centigrade/8263)

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**Author:** [@straygrey](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/straygrey)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 1:01pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/ender-3-nozzle-temp-of-522-degree-centigrade/8263 "2024-10-01T13:01:15Z")

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On switch on my Ender 3 with firmware V1.0.7 shows a nozzle temperature of 522 degree cemtigrade and refuses to print with an error message of “Nozzle is too lowperature” while squealing. Please tell me how i repair thi…

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## [What's the most key point when you decide to get a 3d printer](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/whats-the-most-key-point-when-you-decide-to-get-a-3d-printer/3877)

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**Author:** [@Amaya](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Amaya)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2024, 10:22pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/whats-the-most-key-point-when-you-decide-to-get-a-3d-printer/3877 "2024-09-08T22:22:36Z")

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As the title said, what’s the key point when you want to get your first 3d printer? Speed or others?

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## [Application of FDM printer in furniture design](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/application-of-fdm-printer-in-furniture-design/8255)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 8, 2024, 9:28am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/application-of-fdm-printer-in-furniture-design/8255 "2024-09-08T09:28:01Z")

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With the progress of science and technology, 3D printing technology has been widely used in many fields, furniture design is one of them. FDM (Melt Deposition Molding) printers, as one of the most common 3D printing tech…

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## [Understanding the settings in the slicer, etc](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/understanding-the-settings-in-the-slicer-etc/8241)

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**Author:** [@PSCC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/PSCC)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 5, 2024, 9:14pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/understanding-the-settings-in-the-slicer-etc/8241 "2024-09-05T21:14:33Z")

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Does anyone have a good reference book that explains what the different settings are and do and what happens (or at least is supposed to happen) when a change is made to any of the settings? If so please tell me what th…

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## [The effect of the support structure Settings on the 3D model](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/the-effect-of-the-support-structure-settings-on-the-3d-model/8236)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2024, 3:27am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/the-effect-of-the-support-structure-settings-on-the-3d-model/8236 "2024-08-30T03:27:13Z")

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The impact of support structures on complex models in 3d printer is very important. Complex models often contain overhangs, overhanging areas, or fine details that may require support structures to maintain stability and…

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## [Whats Happening to MakeWithTech?](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/whats-happening-to-makewithtech/8190)

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**Author:** [@irvshapiro](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/irvshapiro)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 26, 2024, 1:56am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/whats-happening-to-makewithtech/8190 "2024-08-26T01:56:59Z")

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I’ve been absent from this forum for much of this year, with the exception of a couple of recent videos. Well, I’m back. Here is the status of MakeWithTech: After considering the pros and cons, I have decided to ke…

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## [I gave away 12 printers ...](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/i-gave-away-12-printers/3788)

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**Author:** [@irvshapiro-drvax](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/irvshapiro-drvax)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2024, 10:25am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/i-gave-away-12-printers/3788 "2024-08-23T10:25:41Z")

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After running out of room in my lab for any new equipment I just gave away 12 3d printers to local schools and kept 3 in my primary lab and still have a few at my kid’s houses. Many of the 3d printers I have reviewed ar…

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## [Flying Bear Reborn 2 CoreXY Printer](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/flying-bear-reborn-2-corexy-printer/7610)

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**Author:** [@Alan](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/Alan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2024, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/flying-bear-reborn-2-corexy-printer/7610 "2024-08-22T14:45:00Z")

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Not too long ago, I purchased a large (325x325x350 print volume) CoreXY FDM printer kit made by Flying Bear (China). This writeup contains some initial observations. Bottomline: I am overall happy with this printer de…

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## [Use a 3D printer to make ABS bulbs](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/use-a-3d-printer-to-make-abs-bulbs/8203)

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**Author:** [@WZLFW](https://forum.makewithtech.com/u/WZLFW)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2024, 9:18am UTC](https://forum.makewithtech.com/t/use-a-3d-printer-to-make-abs-bulbs/8203 "2024-08-17T09:18:09Z")

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Use CAD software (such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) to create a 3D model of the bulb and design the shell and internal structure. Export the design to STL or OBJ format for easy recognition by 3D printers. Select the ap…

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