Creating a successful 3D print involves more than just hitting the “Print” button. To achieve that professional finish, post-processing steps are essential. In this blog post, we’ll explore the array of tools and materials that will help you elevate your 3D prints from raw prototypes to polished works of art.
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3D printing has revolutionized industries by offering unprecedented flexibility in manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and customized design. However, like any technology, 3D printers require proper maintenance and occasional repairs to ensure consistent, high-quality prints. In this guide, we’ll delve into the world of 3D printing maintenance and repairs, equipping you with the knowledge to keep your printer running smoothly and troubleshoot common issues.
Continue reading “3D Printing – Maintenance and Repairs”Precision in Printing: The Crucial Role of Digital Calipers in 3D Printing
In the intricate world of 3D printing, precision is paramount. The ability to transform digital designs into tangible objects relies on meticulous attention to detail at every stage of the process. Digital calipers, often overlooked in favor of flashy 3D printers and complex software, play a vital role in achieving accuracy and fine-tuning your prints. In this article, we explore the importance of using digital calipers in 3D printing and how they contribute to achieving exceptional results.
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3D printing technology has revolutionized various industries, enabling the creation of intricate designs and functional prototypes with remarkable precision. However, the success of a 3D printing project doesn’t solely depend on the printer’s capabilities or the design expertise. Often overlooked but critically important, filament storage plays a pivotal role in ensuring consistent print quality and avoiding potential setbacks. In this article, we delve into the significance of proper filament storage and its impact on successful 3D printing outcomes.
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When embarking on the fascinating journey of 3D printing, it’s easy to get swept up in the allure of the printer itself and the myriad of intricate designs you can bring to life. However, achieving exceptional 3D printing results extends beyond the hardware and the design files. In this guide, we delve into the often-overlooked tools and techniques that can elevate your 3D printing experience and outcomes.
Continue reading “Optimizing Your 3D Printing Setup: Must-Have Tools and Techniques”How to Save Money on MakerGeeks 3D Geek Box Subscription
If you are currently a Geek Box subscriber or looking to subscribe, the best thing you can do is pay attention to the coupon codes and promotions MakerGeeks emails out. Currently they are running a 30% off coupon MASS30, what might not be common knowledge is that these coupons can usually be applied to your monthly Geek Box subscription cost. If you go to your subscription management page, it will show you the most current renewal date. Underneath that box there will be an option to Apply a discount code, enter in MASS30 and it will take $8.98 off of your next Geek Box renewal.
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MakerGeeks 3D Geek Box Review – September 2018
For most of the month of September the continual hype of this month’s geek box continued to roll into my inbox. This months geek box was in celebration of MakerGeeks 2 years of geek boxes. September was the first month of the geek box subscription roll out. The hype was for a geek box this month worth $100. Well that’s exactly what everyone got, a $100 gift card to use at Maker Geeks. To get my gift card I had to purchase it using a coupon code MakerGeeks provided to me in an email. I have already redeemed my gift card and used a portion of it. All in all pretty successful geek box this month, good work MakerGeeks.
MakerGeeks 3D Geek Box Review – August 2018
August
The theme for the August box takes its inspiration from a movie quote “You’ll Shoot Your Eye out Kid,” from the movie A Christmas Story. This revolves around the project for this months box a Mini-Crossbow.
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MakerGeeks 3D Geek Box Review – June/July 2018
Since I received both my June 2018 and July 2018 MakerGeeks Geek Boxes back to back, I decided to just combine the content reviews. At this point I am fully caught up with my GeekBox subscriptions however it has been a long time coming. There has been a lot of chatter about MakerGeeks and their shady business practices, along with some pretty bad ratings by the BBB. While I have never had any issues with their filament, I will certainly say the support and service has been hit and miss. If you purchase from them or sign up for the monthly GeekBox you are doing so at your own risk. I am hoping that the customer service and issues with supply, shipping logistics are apart of company growing pains, that they can work through. At this point I am taking my subscription month by month, if there is another long delay like I had with my June geek box, I will most likely be stopping my subscription.
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MakerGeeks 3D Geek Box 3 Month Reivew – March/April/May 2018
Back in November 2017 I bought my first MakerGeeks filament, a grab bag of 1 roll of Maker PLA, 1 roll Crystal PLA, 1 roll of Maker PETG and 1 roll of Crystal PETG, combined with a Black Friday coupon code they were running at the time. I knew they had a monthly subscription box but as I was just starting out with 3D printing, I didn’t want to commit to that just yet. I also wanted to try out a few different brands to get an idea of how each filament brand would print. After doing some research of what the past 3D Geek Boxes consisted of and watching some unboxing/reviews, I decided to jump in since their promotional email flyer said it was going to be a “Big One.”
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