Finishing tools turn a rough 3D print into something fit for display at any cosplay event. Sandpaper, files, and rotary tools let you carefully smooth the surface and refine each edge.

Regular maintenance is the key to extending the life of your equipment. By catching minor issues early, you can avoid more significant problems that could ruin multiple print jobs. It’s also a good ...

3D printing’s real value is that you can whip up objects in all kinds of whacky geometries with a minimum of fuss. However, there’s almost always some post-processing to do. Like many m… ...

There are several tools that I consider must-haves when it comes to 3D printing. These consist of my most used tools, and are mostly made up of items that I use either directly before or after the ...

Snapmaker, the innovators known for their modular machines, have unleashed the Snapmaker U1. This isn't just any new 3D ...

Gridfinity is a modular, grid-based storage and organization system that’s optimized for 3D printing and rapid customization.

Tool changing 3D printers are hot. The idea is that instead of switching filament, you swap out hot ends or other tools. That isn’t a new idea. However, most tool changers are expensive. [Eng… ...

3D printing still has a long way to go before astronauts impossibly far from home can rely on it for survival. A machine screwing up after 20 hours of printing is annoying here, but could mean ...

3D printing adds another dimension as tool for production, not just prototypes . Originally published August 17, 2017 at 6:18 pm Updated August 18, 2017 at 3:35 pm ...