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**Author:** [@system](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 7:16pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/forum-rules-mandatory-read/5 "2022-02-08T19:16:47Z")
This is a Civilized Place for Public Discussion Please treat this discussion forum with the same respect you would a public park. We, too, are a shared community resource — a place to share skills, knowledge and int… --- ## [Favorite USA Made Printing Filament](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/favorite-usa-made-printing-filament/2515)
**Author:** [@dta1161660](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/dta1161660)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 4:54pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/favorite-usa-made-printing-filament/2515 "2025-05-02T16:54:02Z")
I am trying to standardize my filament selection. I would like to find out from seasoned users about which filament made in the USA are preferred. I mostly use PLA, PETG, ASA, and TPU with the hardened nozzle of either .… --- ## [Ender-3 v2 NEO stuck on bootup creality screen](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ender-3-v2-neo-stuck-on-bootup-creality-screen/1761)
**Author:** [@MatTown](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/MatTown)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2025, 8:15am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ender-3-v2-neo-stuck-on-bootup-creality-screen/1761 "2025-04-20T08:15:51Z")
Hey all. So im fairly new to the 3d printer hobbie. I bought my printer only 2 months ago and already have had to buy new hot end, changed my original extruder to a direct drive. And just before that my screen froze on … --- ## [Flsun Super racer Z offset](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/flsun-super-racer-z-offset/2481)
**Author:** [@75rubberduck](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/75rubberduck)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2025, 6:17pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/flsun-super-racer-z-offset/2481 "2025-03-06T18:17:32Z")
Hi i used the fluidd guide from this page. Buh i have som problems with z offset. Nothing og the calibration and paper messaurement with PROBE\_CALIBRATE, are saved, somehvo reset to 0.0 after. Have tried fev times, and… --- ## [Filament thickness](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/filament-thickness/2302)
**Author:** [@Quay](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Quay)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2024, 3:55am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/filament-thickness/2302 "2024-10-30T03:55:51Z")
My filament comes out the size of thin sewing thread. I have adjusted my z height up and down but every thing seems the same. My manual says to try a 0.08 to 0.1 but still I just gett thread. What am I doing wrong? To… --- ## [Is there a 3D printer direct drive extruder that does not (necessarily) belong to a specific brand?](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/is-there-a-3d-printer-direct-drive-extruder-that-does-not-necessarily-belong-to-a-specific-brand/2278)
**Author:** [@JPI](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/JPI)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2024, 9:51pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/is-there-a-3d-printer-direct-drive-extruder-that-does-not-necessarily-belong-to-a-specific-brand/2278 "2024-09-28T21:51:07Z")
Hello! I am new here and I have a question: I will soon have a stepper motor controlled large 100cm\*120cm xyz milling machine in my use. I have designed the electronics and mechanics from scratch. The machine will be us… --- ## [Top layer line openings](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/top-layer-line-openings/2270)
**Author:** [@jwiersma](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/jwiersma)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2024, 10:11am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/top-layer-line-openings/2270 "2024-09-20T10:11:51Z")
Hi all, New to this forum so thanks for reading. I have scanned a taxidermy eagle with a creality scanner and have processed the image and cut the scan up so I can print it. The issue I am having is the top layer line… --- ## [Creality Print login](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/creality-print-login/2246)
**Author:** [@pwsmalll](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/pwsmalll)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2024, 12:25pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/creality-print-login/2246 "2024-08-28T12:25:32Z")
I have just received a new Creality CR10 SE but cannot get the software (Creality Print) to give me a login. How do I register? --- ## [Need help please, new to 3d printing](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/need-help-please-new-to-3d-printing/2205)
**Author:** [@jamesma](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/jamesma)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2024, 12:56am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/need-help-please-new-to-3d-printing/2205 "2024-08-24T00:56:13Z")
Need help please, new to 3d printing，I have had an Ender 3 pro for a couple weeks now, everything has been going great for the most part. ive just noticed one issue ive had on at least the last 3 prints for sure. As it i… --- ## [My son formated his SD card and now the printer won't recognize any files or print](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/my-son-formated-his-sd-card-and-now-the-printer-wont-recognize-any-files-or-print/2216)
**Author:** [@Jtown2024](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Jtown2024)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2024, 12:13am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/my-son-formated-his-sd-card-and-now-the-printer-wont-recognize-any-files-or-print/2216 "2024-08-24T00:13:54Z")
My son wanted to add more files of things to print and formatted the SD card. Is there a driver or instruction file that was erased in the process? When there is a file on the SD card the Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo does not di… --- ## [Ball and Coupling](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ball-and-coupling/2207)
**Author:** [@adamburda23](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/adamburda23)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2024, 2:30am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ball-and-coupling/2207 "2024-07-28T02:30:12Z")
New to 3D Printing, just getting started. I am trying to print a dummy 13. I am using a Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro, 0.4mm nozzle, Orca Slicer. All prints come out well, except the ball and coupling’s. I understand t… --- ## [Hello! Im looking for a business partner in the 3d printing world I have developed a simple product for 3d printing](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/hello-im-looking-for-a-business-partner-in-the-3d-printing-world-i-have-developed-a-simple-product-for-3d-printing/2196)
**Author:** [@3dGlue](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/3dGlue)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2024, 2:14pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/hello-im-looking-for-a-business-partner-in-the-3d-printing-world-i-have-developed-a-simple-product-for-3d-printing/2196 "2024-07-18T14:14:07Z")
Hello! Im looking for a business partner in the 3d printing world I have developed a simple product for 3d printing that people are already using and im looking for an outgoing partner who is immersed in the 3d printin… --- ## [What can be done to create smooth vertical walls](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/what-can-be-done-to-create-smooth-vertical-walls/2180)
**Author:** [@jgvicke](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/jgvicke)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2024, 7:42pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/what-can-be-done-to-create-smooth-vertical-walls/2180 "2024-07-06T19:42:11Z")
I am wanting to fabricate magnetic hex tiles for a board game. I want to make the pieces out of 2 clam shells so I can insert the magnets in the middle then glue them together. I need the large flat surfaces to be smooth… --- ## [Two color printing](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/two-color-printing/2066)
**Author:** [@Bhappner](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Bhappner)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2024, 6:27pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/two-color-printing/2066 "2024-05-23T18:27:05Z")
Neptune 4 I have been attempting to print with two different color, filaments I have watched a lot of videos and the process Seems fairly simple. I generally use Cura but I’ve also tried Persa And orca nothing seems to b… --- ## [What is the problem with 3D printing?](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/what-is-the-problem-with-3d-printing/2122)
**Author:** [@ulashan18](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/ulashan18)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2024, 6:36pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/what-is-the-problem-with-3d-printing/2122 "2024-05-13T18:36:08Z")
Uploading: 20240512\_212730.jpg… I’m a newbie, I wanted to make a 3D model I found on the internet, but it didn’t work. The heat tower test turned out very well. what’s the problem ? --- ## [Visible, where bodies were combined](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/visible-where-bodies-were-combined/2047)
**Author:** [@Bhappner](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Bhappner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/visible-where-bodies-were-combined/2047 "2024-03-18T14:42:20Z")
Using fusion 360 I built a model looks beautiful in fusion 360 Bring it in to Cura 4.8 slice it still looks really good when I printed up, you can see were the two bodies were combined please help if you have any info pl… --- ## [Artillery 3D Printer to Laser Cutter](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/artillery-3d-printer-to-laser-cutter/1339)
**Author:** [@bkarpuz](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/bkarpuz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2023, 7:09pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/artillery-3d-printer-to-laser-cutter/1339 "2023-04-16T19:09:36Z")
Dear 3DPB members, I am using Artillery Sidewinder X2 and Genius Pro. I am thinking about transforming my printer into a laser cutter. I am using the default firmware of the printers. For this purpose, I will take out th… --- ## [3D print not sticking after print has begun](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-print-not-sticking-after-print-has-begun/2017)
**Author:** [@SimpleMan84](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/SimpleMan84)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 12:24am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-print-not-sticking-after-print-has-begun/2017 "2024-03-04T00:24:05Z")
I am new to 3D printing especially filament printing. I have an Anycubic Kobra I got it all set up last night and was trying out the owl.gcode print that comes with it. The print started to stick to the bed but then with… --- ## [New member of the forum](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/new-member-of-the-forum/1478)
**Author:** [@DR3D](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/DR3D)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 11:04am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/new-member-of-the-forum/1478 "2024-02-23T11:04:41Z")
Hello everyone, I am new to the forum. I have a Creality CR-10S, I’m using Cura slicer, and I’ve been 3D printing since January 2023. For design, I’m using Fusion 360. --- ## [Guessing this isn’t normal?](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/guessing-this-isn-t-normal/1977)
**Author:** [@eHB1](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/eHB1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2024, 5:25pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/guessing-this-isn-t-normal/1977 "2024-02-13T17:25:04Z")
Was getting poor print quality so took apart my Sidewinder X2 hot end and found this. It’s from the all-metal hot end upgrade they sell. Have sent their support a message but they rarely reply, so thought I’d ask here… --- ## [Newbie (Printing stl to gcode issue)](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/newbie-printing-stl-to-gcode-issue/989)
**Author:** [@ptim](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/ptim)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 1:23am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/newbie-printing-stl-to-gcode-issue/989 "2024-02-04T01:23:18Z")
I have a Enders 3 Neo I printed the tests that came with the printer perfectly (rabbit and boat) but when print a stl file that I have sliced into a gcode file, the filament doesn’t stick and it appears to be globbing u… --- ## [Print skipping filament](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/print-skipping-filament/1965)
**Author:** [@Hoppy](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Hoppy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2024, 6:00pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/print-skipping-filament/1965 "2024-01-28T18:00:46Z")
My Ender 3 pro is 6 months old. It started leaving gaps in the top of prints. I changed the bowden tube and the nozzle and leveled the bed. But it is skipping while printing. Looking at the image of a lego block I starte… --- ## [All Metal HotEnd Sidewinder X2](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/all-metal-hotend-sidewinder-x2/1949)
**Author:** [@eHB1](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/eHB1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2024, 11:29pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/all-metal-hotend-sidewinder-x2/1949 "2024-01-22T23:29:34Z")
Hi, I was just trader the guide here on how to install Klipper on a stock Sidewinder X2, but I’ve gone for the all-metal HotEnd, so it isn’t quite stock. What adjustments do I need to make to the guide? Thanks! --- ## [Please help Neptune 4 3d pro](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/please-help-neptune-4-3d-pro/1941)
**Author:** [@Maverick1723](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Maverick1723)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2024, 5:01pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/please-help-neptune-4-3d-pro/1941 "2024-01-13T17:01:16Z")
My son has Neptune 4 3d printer got for his Christmas but now it won’t print properly I’ve tried everything with my limited knowledge please help it starts of fine but then goes all strandy and doesn’t stack properly h… --- ## [EZ backdrops Solutions for Effortless Printing](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ez-backdrops-solutions-for-effortless-printing/1903)
**Author:** [@tinamarino33](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/tinamarino33)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2023, 11:41am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/ez-backdrops-solutions-for-effortless-printing/1903 "2023-12-22T11:41:56Z")
Effortless Printing Made Possible! EZ Backdrops Solutions offer seamless, hassle-free printing experiences. With user-friendly interfaces and top-notch technology, our solutions ensure smooth operations for all your back… --- ## [3d printer models](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-printer-models/1659)
**Author:** [@Nathan](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Nathan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2023, 12:54pm UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-printer-models/1659 "2023-11-23T12:54:03Z")
Hello, I am interested in learning how to 3d print strictly for fun to begin with. Does anybody have advice on brands they like, i know Ender and Creality are popular but then there is qidi and craetbot. Some more exte… --- ## [3d printed Cylindrical door latch?](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-printed-cylindrical-door-latch/1181)
**Author:** [@Jatgm1](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Jatgm1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2023, 10:33am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/3d-printed-cylindrical-door-latch/1181 "2023-11-15T10:33:22Z")
Is there a 3d printed door latch, like the inside of a door that opens and closes with the knob? The door gets wet and two latched rusted out already. Thought Plastic might be a better idea. Also thought it would be real… --- ## [Sidewinder X1 SKR V1.3 Upgrader questions](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/sidewinder-x1-skr-v1-3-upgrader-questions/1003)
**Author:** [@Jateu](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/Jateu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2023, 10:28am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/sidewinder-x1-skr-v1-3-upgrader-questions/1003 "2023-11-15T10:28:35Z")
The instructions that have been posted on web site are fantastic. There are a few questions I have. I cant see a pin-out or connection to the skr for the standard screen on X1. Can i still use the existing SD and usb por… --- ## [Artillery sidewinder x2 new extruder](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/artillery-sidewinder-x2-new-extruder/1792)
**Author:** [@ChinQuan](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/ChinQuan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2023, 9:28am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/artillery-sidewinder-x2-new-extruder/1792 "2023-11-15T09:28:09Z")
hi, I have artillery sidewinder x2 printer. I bought new extruder full metal version. After fitting i have a problem with leveling. I make auto leveling and manual but when printer start print nozzle is to high like s… --- ## [Nube has a couple questions](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/nube-has-a-couple-questions/1789)
**Author:** [@rcline](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/u/rcline)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2023, 7:39am UTC](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/t/nube-has-a-couple-questions/1789 "2023-11-14T07:39:16Z")
As of right now I do not own a printer, but I am buying one. I getting a cheap $120 thing off Amazonky. I am not interested in neatness or how smooth lines are or how big my work area is. I don’t even care about those … [Next page](http://forum.3dprintbeginner.com/c/uncategorized/1.md?page=1)