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- 3D printing for artists and designers: from sketch to physical object
- 3D printing for the workshop and garage: DIY jigs and fixtures
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32 articles in “3D printing applications”: Where 3D printing is used.
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Materials
PLA, PETG and other plastics: properties and how to choose
- ASA filament for 3D printing: better than ABS outdoors
- TPU for 3D printing: a flexible material for elastic parts
Guides
How to prepare a model and get a clean part
- How to calculate the price of 3D printing: price per gram and examples
- DTF printing vs 3D printing: what’s the difference
Technology
How 3D printing works and how the technologies differ
- 3D scanning: how to digitise a real object for 3D printing
- Multicolour 3D printing: how to print in several colours
Business
Prototypes, small batches and how 3D printing pays off for business
- 3D printing for small business — ideas and opportunities
- Prototyping for startups: how 3D printing shortens the road to a product
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3D printing for artists and designers: from sketch to physical object
3D printing for artists and designers: sculptures, lithophanes, casting moulds, stamps and installation models. Order quality printing in Lviv.
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3D printing for the workshop and garage: DIY jigs and fixtures
Ideas6 min3D printing for the workshop: tool holders, screw organisers, clamps, drilling templates, vacuum cleaner nozzles.
3D printing for drones: spare parts, mounts and upgrades
Ideas6 min3D printing for drones: TPU propeller guards, GoPro mounts, landing gear, battery holders. PETG and TPU for quadcopters.
3D printing in medicine: from anatomical models to surgical instruments
Ideas6 min3D printing in medicine: anatomical models from CT/MRI, surgical guides, orthoses, teaching models. PLA, PETG and SLA technologies.
3D printing for electricians and electronics engineers: enclosures, mounts, tools
Ideas6 min3D printing for electricians: junction box enclosures, DIN rail mounts, cable markers, connector panels. PETG for heat resistance.
3D printing for gamers: stands, keycaps and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for gamers: custom keycaps, controller stands, headphone holders, VR headset stands and cable management.
3D printing for camping and hiking: useful things for the trail
Ideas6 min3D printing for camping: torch mounts, carabiners, stove stands, whistles and multi-tool cutlery. PETG for outdoor use.
3D printing for the office: organisers, holders and handy little things
Ideas6 min3D printing for the office: cable management, laptop stands, organisers, headphone holders, signs with your company logo.
3D printing for the bathroom: holders, organisers and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for the bathroom: holders, soap dishes, organisers, shower shelves. Why PETG is the only right material for damp rooms.
3D printing for modellers: scale models of cars, aircraft and vehicles
Ideas6 min3D printing for modellers: scale models of cars, aircraft and tanks, RC models. Tips on printing, post-processing and painting for realism.
- February 202615 articles
3D printing for anglers: custom lures, tackle boxes and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for anglers: custom lures, tackle organisers, rod holders, fish finder mounts. PETG for water-resistant parts.
3D printing for the garden: useful tools for gardeners
Ideas6 min3D printing for the garden: pots with drainage, plant markers, irrigation fittings, bird feeders. PETG for outdoor items.
3D printing for pets: bowls, toys and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for pets: raised bowl stands, puzzle toys, ID tags, custom cat flaps and protective muzzles in PLA, PETG and TPU.
3D printing for musicians: accessories and instrument parts
Ideas6 min3D printing for musicians: custom picks, instrument stands, microphone mounts, cable and pedal organisers in PLA, PETG and TPU.
3D printing for photographers: custom accessories and fixtures
Ideas6 min3D printing for photographers: flash mounts, filter holders, tripod adapters and studio organisers. Accessories in PLA and PETG.
3D printing in veterinary medicine: prostheses, orthoses and tools for animals
Ideas6 min3D printing in veterinary medicine: custom prostheses for animals, orthoses, surgical guides and made-to-measure protective collars. TPU, PLA, PETG.
3D printing for cyclists: custom parts and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for cyclists: handlebar phone mounts, GoPro holders, derailleur guards and other accessories in PETG and TPU.
3D printing for board games: miniatures, tokens and accessories
Ideas6 min3D printing for board games: miniatures for D&D and Warhammer, custom tokens, dice towers, organisers and terrain. Printed in PLA, ready for painting.
3D printing for the kitchen: useful things you can print
Ideas6 min3D printing for the kitchen: spice racks, organisers, cookie cutters, bag clips and other useful things. Custom designs to your dimensions.
3D printing for kids — safe toys and educational models
Ideas6 minSafe 3D-printed toys for children: puzzles, construction sets and educational models. PLA is a safe material for children’s items.
3D printing for jewellery making — from wax models to finished pieces
Ideas6 min3D printing for jewellers: wax models for casting, prototypes of rings and pendants. SLA/DLP accuracy down to 25 µm for the finest details.
3D printing in architecture — models and scale models
Ideas6 min3D printing of architectural models: concept models, detailed scale models and terrain relief. Faster and more precise than making them by hand.
3D printing for household appliance repair
Ideas7 min3D-printed spare parts for household appliances: washing machines, dishwashers, fridges, vacuum cleaners. Faster, cheaper and easier than hunting for the original.
3D printing in education — STEM projects for schools and universities
Ideas5 min3D printing for schools and universities: STEM projects in maths, biology, physics and engineering. How to get started and what to print.
3D-printed gifts and souvenirs — unique ideas
Ideas6 minUnique 3D-printed gifts: personalised items, photo lithophanes, figurines and corporate souvenirs. Original ideas for any budget and occasion.
- January 20267 articles
3D printing for car enthusiasts — from mounts to tuning
Ideas6 min3D printing for drivers: phone holders, mounts, end caps and organisers for any make of car. Printing in PETG, PLA and TPU.
3D printing for the home — 15 useful things worth printing
Ideas6 min15 practical things for the home you can make on a 3D printer: from desk organisers to hooks and holders. Ideas with descriptions and tips.
3D printing gears and mechanical parts
Ideas8 minCustom 3D printing of gears, bushings and other mechanical parts. Choosing the material, print settings, tolerances and real-world examples.
3D printing for Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects
Ideas6 min3D-printed enclosures and mounts for Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects. The best ideas, recommended materials and tips on designing parts.
When it’s cheaper to print a spare part than to buy it
Ideas6 minWhen 3D printing a spare part beats buying one: discontinued parts, urgency, small quantities. Price comparisons, examples and choosing the plastic.
3D printing for cosplay and props
Ideas6 min3D printing for cosplay and props: masks, weapons, armour and accessories. How to make a detailed costume with an FDM or SLA 3D printer.
How to design an electronics enclosure for 3D printing
Ideas6 minA guide to designing an enclosure for Arduino, Raspberry Pi and IoT: wall thickness, ventilation, snap-fits and screws, FDM tolerances, choosing PLA, PETG or ABS.
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