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by LePaul
February 28th, 2023, 6:37 pm
Forum: Simplify 3D
Topic: Simplify 3d and Mac
Replies: 1
Views: 6194

Re: Simplify 3d and Mac

Have you checked the many YouTube tutorials?

by LePaul
February 26th, 2023, 12:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Coffee Chat 2023
Replies: 20
Views: 32781

Coffee Chat 2023

Hello friends! What are you working on? I have a few projects going on at once. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Applied Sciences in December at long last! I finally have a bit more free time to work on lot's of projects I put off to the side. Many printers have upgrade components just waiting fo...
by LePaul
February 25th, 2023, 5:41 pm
Forum: News and Announcements
Topic: Afiliate Links that help us and Coupon Codes for Discounts
Replies: 0
Views: 15769

Afiliate Links that help us and Coupon Codes for Discounts

Hi, As you know this forum's operating expenses are offset by donations and the revenue I receive from my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@wherenerdyiscool As such, some vendors have shared Coupon Codes that help you and the the Channel receives a small commission on purchases. ZYLtech - Gre...
by LePaul
February 22nd, 2023, 6:33 pm
Forum: General / RepRap Printers
Topic: Help a newb?
Replies: 1
Views: 2373

Re: Help a newb?

Check the numerous YouTube channels out there about learning 3D Printing DO consider safety - many "cheap" 3D printers are not electrically certified for safety (i.e. UL listed, Consumer Electronics Certification, etc.) You wouldn't leave your home with your oven or dryer running unattende...
by LePaul
February 18th, 2023, 11:43 pm
Forum: Creality Large Scale 3D Printers
Topic: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?
Replies: 7
Views: 3175

Re: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?

I have 3 CR-10S 3D Printers. (I also have 2 CR-10 S5's and 1 CR-10S Pro v2) I upgraded to Wham Bam Bed Systems and I like them so much, almost all of my machines have them. You remove the glass, adhere the magnetic sheet to the aluminum bed surface. It takes 72 hours for the 3M adhesive to fully bon...
by LePaul
February 17th, 2023, 4:13 pm
Forum: Creality Large Scale 3D Printers
Topic: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?
Replies: 7
Views: 3175

Re: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?

Yes you should have a wrench to adjust the eccentric nuts
by LePaul
February 15th, 2023, 7:06 pm
Forum: Creality Large Scale 3D Printers
Topic: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?
Replies: 7
Views: 3175

Re: CR-10 Upgrades - what have you tried?

If this is your first machine, I would suggest learning how to use it stock before diving into upgrades.
by LePaul
February 15th, 2023, 7:05 pm
Forum: Other make/model 3D Printers!
Topic: anycubic kobra help pleae
Replies: 3
Views: 2068

Re: anycubic kobra help pleae

That's their "quality", i had a similar experience.
by LePaul
February 14th, 2023, 7:27 pm
Forum: Other make/model 3D Printers!
Topic: anycubic kobra help pleae
Replies: 3
Views: 2068

Re: anycubic kobra help pleae

Have you tried their Facebook Group or Reddit? That's very responsive
by LePaul
February 14th, 2023, 7:24 pm
Forum: Creality Large Scale 3D Printers
Topic: CR-10 Smart Pro, experiences?
Replies: 4
Views: 3888

Re: CR-10 Smart Pro, experiences?

Hi Mike, Creality comes up with a new machine every three months, it seems. I'd check the YouTube reviews for starters The other thing I would mention is consider safety. An enclosure would be a good investment plus considering fire safety. Not to scare you away but a good read is here - https://3dp...
by LePaul
February 13th, 2023, 5:35 pm
Forum: Cura
Topic: Stringing (huge problem)
Replies: 5
Views: 4463

Re: Stringing (huge problem)

Did you do the slicer flow settings by printing some test cubes?
by LePaul
February 13th, 2023, 4:17 pm
Forum: Cura
Topic: Stringing (huge problem)
Replies: 5
Views: 4463

Re: Stringing (huge problem)

A few things to check -

1) The Chiron hot end is notoriously bad... I have one.
2) Make sure the filament is dry
3) esteps, temp tower , slicer flow settings and then retraction settings

A great resource - https://teachingtechyt.github.io/calibration.html
by LePaul
February 12th, 2023, 9:00 pm
Forum: Show off your latest print
Topic: Sidewinder Z-Axis dress up and useful test print
Replies: 4
Views: 2847

Re: Sidewinder Z-Axis dress up and useful test print

I just ordered the carriage and motor mount.
by LePaul
February 12th, 2023, 2:43 pm
Forum: CAD and 3D Modeling Software
Topic: Measure in STL files
Replies: 6
Views: 17122

Re: Measure in STL files

I noticed in Cura there is a Measure plug-in that works well

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