Frequent problems with SLA prints Nothing is Printing Despite hours of trial and error, no print is coming out quite right. The print does not begin in the first place or, after hours of excruciating attempts, the final print...
Other common problems with FDM Print is Stuck to Print Bed What’s the problem? The print is not easily removed from the print bed, and any attempts to separate the two either damage the print or require moving the...
More print quality issues “Stepped” or Offset Layers in Print What’s the problem? The lower and top layers shifted, causing a stepping effect through the print. Why is it happening? Offset layers can be caused by many minor issues,...
Print Layers Look Uniformly Thin/Weak (Under-Extrusion) What’s the problem? Under-extrusion often leads to thin layers, unwanted gaps, and even missing layers. Why is it happening? There are several possible causes of this issue. The diameter of the filament used may...
Soft or Unclear Fine Details What’s the problem? Fine details on prints are not clear, crisp, or identifiable. Edges and corners are somewhat curved or soft, and intricate details are imperfect. Why is it happening? The most common cause of...
More Quality Issue Troubleshooting Print Leaning What’s the problem? As the print forms, it begins to lean. Vertical edges are printed at an inconsistent angle. The severity may be increasing and decreasing at different stages. Why is it happening? The...
More Print Quality Problems Infill is Visible from the Outside What’s the problem? The final print shows the infill structure or pattern through the outer layers. Why is it happening? As the infill is printed into the boundaries of the...
Print quality issues Messy first layer What’s the problem? The print does not stick at the first layer, causing separation, there are unwanted lines on the base, or fine details are blurring. Why is it happening? These problems...
Failed print Extrusion Stopped Mid-Print What’s the problem? The hot end suddenly will not extrude filament. What causes this problem? There are two main problems that cause this to occur—either something is wrong with your filament supply or with...
Nikko Industries has created the MOST comprehensive guide for troubleshooting the most common problems with 3d printer models. This guide is FAR too large for one post, so it's broken down in to several articles. Frequent problems with FDM prints...
The Ender 3 really is a “bang for your buck” printer, and it is hard to find another that can give you high quality prints straight out of the box. However, the Ender 3 is not perfect. The good news...
Phrozen is at it again with the unparalleled- Phrozen Sonic Mini. With top speed MSLA printing, top of the line screen, and a price that will shock you. This Taiwanese tycoon of 3D printing is cornering the market with this...
Few brands can compete with the impeccable reputation and adoring fanbase of Prusa Research. Josef Prusa has consistently improved all aspects of the company’s open-source ecosystem, securing lifelong, die-hard fans. Prusa Research’s responsiveness to community feedback is showcased in the Prusa...
3D printing relies on extruder calibration to create the computer generated design by pushing a precise amount of filament through the printers hot tip. This is how your 3D machine is able to create any shape, figure, or design with...
No one wants to sit staring at their 3D printer, waiting for it to finish. Sometimes it seems like it takes forever to print something. Are you able to increase the printing speed to get product out faster? Well, as...
