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The best 3D printing YouTube channels in 2021
Many new 3D printing YouTubers run successful channels, and many 3D printing creators have grown tremendously – from a few subs to a few thousand in a few months, sometimes way more!
We spend a lot of time exploring YouTube and searching for great video content on additive manufacturing to create the most comprehensive list of 3D printing YouTube channels to date.
From 3D printer unboxing to filament reviews, 3D printing tutorials, how-to’s, live streams, and more, discover more on 3D printing with the channels below. We highlighted the super fast-growing channels with a little fire emoji (growth rate above 500% in terms of subscribers between March 2017 and September 2018).
List of the best 3D printing YouTube channels
| YouTube channel | Subs count (Sep’ 2018) | Growth rate** | Category | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Like To Make Stuff | 2,033,244 | 70% | Maker | US |
| Barnacules Nerdgasm | 940,569 | 10% | Tech reviewer | US |
| James Bruton | 603,301 | 34% | Cosplay/props | UK |
| Naomi ‘SexyCyborg’ Wu 🔥 | 560,520 | 3119% | Maker | China |
| Punished Props | 363,008 | 114% | Cosplay/props | US |
| Maker’s Muse | 331,814 | 355% | 3D printing | Australia |
| Make Anything // 3D Printing Channel | 300,629 | 134% | 3D printing | US |
| RCLifeOn 🔥 | 285,293 | 591% | Tech reviewer | Sweden |
| 3D Printing Nerd | 258,855 | 225% | 3D printing | US |
| Thomas Sanladerer | 172,519 | 123% | 3D printing | Germany |
| 3D Print Guy | 131,052 | 374% | 3D printing | Canada |
| Uncle Jessy | 86,445 | 361% | Cosplay/props | US |
| Ivan Miranda | 77,732 | – | Maker | Spain |
| Gear Down For What | 65,043 | – | Maker | US |
| Tech3C | 47,557 | 99% | 3D printing | Australia |
| 3D Maker Noob 🔥 | 37,184 | 1254% | 3D printing | Malta |
| Jaidyn Edwards | 34,328 | 14% | Maker | Australia |
| Chaos Core Tech | 32,073 | 370% | 3D printing | US |
| CHEP 3D Printing | 25,410 | 69% | 3D printing | US |
| ModBot | 23,982 | 27% | Tech reviewer | US |
| 3D Printing Professor | 21,431 | 250% | 3D printing | US |
| Mold3D TV | 20,636 | 63% | 3D printing | US |
| The Hot End | 18,386 | 137% | 3D printing | Australia |
| PRINT THAT THING | 17,740 | 21% | 3D printing | US |
| DIY Engineering 🔥 | 14,943 | 514% | Maker | US |
| Hoffman Engineering | 13,295 | 91% | 3D printing | US |
| A Pyro Design | 13,091 | 224% | 3D printing | US |
| Richard Horne | 11,427 | 41% | 3D printing | UK |
| NeatherBot | 11,227 | 93% | Maker | US |
| Daniel Norée | 11,227 | 102% | Maker | Sweden |
| ProfDrafting | 10,637 | 130% | 3D printing | US |
| Kirby Downey | 10,609 | 7% | Cosplay/props | UK |
| 3D Print – Tech Design | 10,398 | 92% | 3D printing | Sweden |
| Nerdly | 9,991 | 340% | 3D printing | US |
| 3D Central | 9,716 | 55% | 3D printing | US |
| Joe Mike Terranella | 9,480 | 180% | 3D printing | US |
| FugaTech 3D Printing | 9,256 | 619% | 3D printing | US |
| Jimmy Shaw’s Tidbits 🔥 | 8,583 | 545% | 3D printing | US |
| Simone | FNTSMN | 7,952 | 6% | 3D printing | UK |
| Mr. | 7,441 | 153% | Maker | Sweden |
| Zbysek Pilny | 7,214 | 333% | Maker | Czech Republic |
| The 3D Print General | 6,723 | – | 3D printing | US |
| Desktop Makes 🔥 | 6,719 | 977% | 3D printing | US |
| That 3D Print Guy | 6,201 | 258% | 3D printing | Australia |
| JAT.MN | 5,769 | 80% | 3D printing | US |
| 3DprintedLife | 5,511 | 26% | 3D printing | US |
| Make It And Fake It 🔥 | 5,422 | 271000% | 3D printing | US |
| Print 3D Channel 🔥 5,406 798% 3D printing US | 5,406 | 798% | 3D printing | US |
| TashTech | 5,190 | 71% | 3D printing | South Africa |
| Novice Expert | 4,662 | 68% | 3D printing | US |
| Think Making | 4,662 | 160% | 3D printing | Honduras |
| Nillabean | 4,588 | 80% | Tech reviewer | US |
| doodaddoes | 4,581 | 33% | 3D printing | US |
| Andreas Hölldorfer | 4,336 | 29% | Tech reviewer | Germany |
| XYZAidan | 4,284 | 252% | Tech reviewer | US |
| 3D Print Everything | 4,125 | 261% | 3D printing | US |
| 3d Print Creator | 3,629 | 147% | 3D printing | Netherlands |
| Abuzz Designs | 3,605 | 127% | 3D printing | US |
| BusyBotz | 3,406 | -1% | 3D printing | US |
| D-Tech | 3,314 | 297% | 3D printing | US |
| Model3D | 3,301 | 114% | 3D printing | UK |
| Practical Printing 🔥 | 3,270 | 4709% | 3D printing | US |
| Bobot’s Trains and Maker Zone | 2,990 | 36% | Maker | US |
| PatchBOTS | 2,928 | – | Cosplay/props | US |
| Dream 3D | 2,916 | 60% | 3D printing | UK |
| TGAW | 2,909 | 27% | 3D printing | US |
| SparkyFace5 | 2,721 | 9% | 3D printing | Australia |
| Dustin Corbin | 2,589 | 82% | 3D printing | US |
| 3DPrintingEverything | 2,224 | 90% | 3D printing | US |
| Afro3dprinter 🔥 | 2,136 | 979% | 3D printing | UK |
| Jeremy S Cook | 1,931 | – | Maker | US |
| Maker Hacks | 1,760 | 144% | Maker | US |
| NolanC 3DPrint Works | 1,589 | 109% | 3D printing | US |
| N Squared | 1,589 | 116% | 3D printing | US |
| Improper Engineering | 1,219 | 357% | 3D printing | US |
| 3D Printing Lab | 1,212 | 77% | 3D printing | US |
| How I Do It 🔥 | 1,054 | 1251% | Maker | US |
| Extruder Joe | 1,044 | 83% | 3D printing | US |
| 3DWithUs | 1,034 | 240% | 3D printing | UK |
| Agustin Flowalistik 🔥 | 1,029 | 586% | 3D printing | Spain |
| Potent Printables | 834 | – | Maker | US |
| Three-Dee Kid 🔥 | 801 | 685% | 3D printing | UK |
| Cat 🔥 | 581 | 976% | 3D printing | Liechtenstein |
| Disrupt It Yourself | 570 | 153% | 3D printing | US |
*Number of channel subscribers as of September 13, 2018
** Growth rate of the channel between March 2017 and September 2018
This list of 3D printing-related YouTube channels aims not to rank them by quality but to provide a comprehensive overview of the 3D printing landscape on YouTube.
And also to give visibility to smaller 3D printing channels and help you find some great video content!
A selection of great 3D printing channels on YouTube
Make Anything // 3D Printing Channel
- Creator name: Devin Montes
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: Ambiguous Cylinder Illusion // How it Works
- Patreon: You can support Devin on Patreon by clicking here.
Make Anything is the biggest YouTube channel specialized in 3D printing. In his videos, Devin builds fun 3D printed objects and also gives useful 3D printing tips. Devin’s videos often have the potential to become viral and appeal to watchers way beyond the 3D printing community. Devin loves to use optical illusions and tricks to make visually striking 3D printing videos such as his famous Super Satisfying Twist Containers.
Thomas Sanladerer
- Country: Germany
- Most popular video: 3D printing guides: Setting up auto bed tramming leveling tilt compensation!
- Patreon: If you like his videos, you can support Thomas on Patreon by clicking here.
Tom is among the most popular 3D printing YouTube creators and there is a reason for that. His channel is a healthy mix of useful tips, in-depth tutorials, as well as balanced and thorough reviews. The German YouTube star also loves to test the limits of the 3D printers he reviews, for example by carrying out experiments such as in this awesome “Destructive testing: which 3D prints are bulletproof?” video. Tom’s channel is rather “serious”: you won’t find here clickbait/viral videos but researched, well-produced and insightful content. That’s actually what we love!
Thomas Sanladerer3D Printing Nerd
- Creator name: Joel Telling
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: 3D Printing and Testing the Makerbot Coin Sorter
- Patreon: You can support Joel on Patreon by clicking here.
In the span of a few years, Joel became a fixture of the 3D printing community. His outgoing personality, infectious good mood, and relentless social media presence enabled him to become a great ambassador of the 3D printing community. On his 3D Printing Nerd YouTube channel, you can find all kinds of 3D printing-related content: from unboxings to trade shows visits, outstanding prints, and more, everyone will find something they love. In March 2017, Joel’s coin sorter video went viral, which boosted his channel overall, setting him on track to break the 100k subscribers’ bar in the coming weeks. An amazing and well-deserved achievement for one of the hardest-working creators on this list. To top it all, Joel often uses his huge social media reach to promote less established Youtubers. This guy is the best friend any 3D printing addict wants! What else can we add? Just one thing: #HighFive!
3D Printing NerdMaker’s Muse
- Creator name: Angus Deveson
- Country: Australia
- Most popular video: Hacking Vase Mode – 3D Printing Experiments
- Patreon: if you like his videos, you can support Angus on Patreon by clicking here.
Maker’s Muse is one of the most established 3D printing creators on YouTube. On his channel, Angus carries out in-depth 3D printer reviews and provides lots of useful tips and educational videos. One thing you should know: Angus has a thing for torturing 3D printers, not for the sake of it (we think!) but rather to push the machines to their limits. For example, he loves designing insanely complex 3D models of objects super challenging to print! Angus recently started focusing on resin-based 3D printers, making his channel stand out as the vast majority of 3D printer videos focus on FFF/FDM 3D printers. He also often puts dirt-cheap 3D printers to the test and debunks any phony Marketing promises. All in all, a must-subscribe to channel if you’re into 3D printing!
Maker’s MuseNaomi ‘SexyCyborg’ Wu
- Creator name: Naomi Wu
- Country: China
- Most popular video: Infinity Skirt Build
Naomi is a maker and web developer based in Shenzen, China.
Naomi is passionate about 3D printing technology among others she uses in her popular videos. She often visits maker fairs and trade shows in Asia, producing awesome and immersive 360° videos to show the rest of the world that Asia is also a hotbed with active local 3D printing/maker communities. Naomi is also one of the few voices defending minorities in the maker’s community. Be that the overwhelming domination of the white male demographic in 3D printing/maker media or the stereotypes attached to female makers, Naomi never lacks words to smartly bring people’s attention to these important topics – always respectfully and educationally. So don’t be fooled by her SexyCyborg moniker, Naomi is much more than that.
JAT.MN
- Creator name: Dustin Phillips
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: Do not Pre Order the TIKO 3D printer until you watch this video
Dustin, aka the Jatman, is a very active and rising Youtuber and 3D printing evangelist.
Despite being fairly recent, his channel is growing super fast, thanks to Dustin’s always thorough reviews and his overall 3D printing expertise. One thing that makes this channel stand out: the weekly live stream series “3D Printing Tonight”, a kind of late-night show where he discusses the week’s hot topics (check out the infamous Tiko videos!) and does Q/A sessions. Dustin is among the most involved members of the 3D printing community, with very active social media profiles and regular participation in events or guest videos. No doubt Dustin is on the right track to be a top 3D printing Youtuber, so get on board now and subscribe!
Chaos Core Tech
- Creator name: Garrett
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: 3D Printed Slimes [Slime Rancher] – Boom, Phosphor, Rad & Honey!
Garrett is a programmer passionate about 3D printing and making in general.
On his channel, he shares his tips to design and 3D print characters from comics, movies, or video games. From South Park Christmas tree characters to sword design tutorials on Fusion360, Garrett is never short of inspiration to create new videos and share them with his audience!
A Pyro Design
- Creator name: Travis
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: 3d animated Family Guy cool whip scene
- Patreon: you can support Travis in his mission to bring logos to life by becoming one of his patrons by clicking here.
On his YouTube channel, Travis shares insights on his process to create three-dimensional logos from 2D images. You can watch the whole process from the designing part to the 3D printing part. Travis often collaborates with other 3D printing creators to bring their logos to life or create insanely cool objects such as this retro Sonic the Hedgehog logo, with Chaos Core Tech.
Abuzz Designs
- Creator name: Lauren Renee
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: DIY Wall Ombre Painted Canvas
- Patreon: Lauren needs patrons’ help to be able to keep making awesome videos. You can support her by clicking here and contribute to her Patreon.
Lauren is a passionate designer and maker, sharing her passion on her YouTube channel with original videos such as tutorials to create Halloween costumes, gift cards, and even yummy-looking recipes. Lauren is one of the few very active women of the 3D printing community. She quickly managed to connect with many other makers, her always positive attitude certainly played a part in the success of her channel.
Abuzz DesignsCHEP
- Creator name: Chuck Hellebuyck
- Country: United States
- Most popular video: Metal Inserts on a 3D Print – Video #020
Chuck is a seasoned maker and 3D printing user with extensive experience in electronics.
On his YouTube channel, Chuck focuses on practical uses of 3D printing in his famous show called Filament Friday. You can, for instance, learn how to use 3D printing to repair a broken broom handle. Tired of printing useless plastic gadgets? Check out Chuck’s channel now!
Richard Horne
- Country : United Kingdom
- Most popular video: RepRap 3DR Delta 3D printer
Richard, also known online as RichRap, is a long-time maker and 3D printing user from the UK. On his channel, Richard focuses on quality over quantity: there are few but in-depth and highly instructive 3D printer reviews. As his nickname RichRap suggests, he is also very involved in the RepRap movement. A great no-frills 3D printing YouTube channel.
Richard HorneDaniel Norée
- Country: Sweden
- Most popular video: The OpenRC Truggy, A experimental 3D Printed R/C car
Daniel Norée is an award-winning Swedish 3D designer and 3D printing evangelist.
He also is the author of The OpenR/C Project and The OpenRailway Project, and the inventor of the famous Benchy. In his videos, Daniel provides guidance on how to build remote-controlled cars or drones using 3D printing. He also showcases nice 3D printed objects such as a snowball maker or wrenches. A great channel from one of the pillars of the 3D printing community!
3D printing on Youtube: trends and takeaways
There are MANY YouTube channels about 3D printing.
Since our last update, the number of 3D printing-related YT channels has grown sharply, showing how active the 3D printing community is. We now have 79 channels on this list, and many of them are growing really fast!
Live streaming is on the rise.
In 2016, YouTube added a live stream option and many 3D printing creators are making the most of it.
Often longer than regular videos, YouTube live streams are used for live unboxing videos but also to make innovative formats such as the 3D Printing Tonight show by JAT.MN.
The vast majority of 3D printing Youtubers are – surprise – white men. That’s a fact, and it’s becoming somewhat preoccupying, as diversity in media is always important (yes, YouTube is a media!). In terms of gender balance, we only list a handful of women with a 3D printing Youtube channel, and that’s not enough. Let’s not even get started on the overwhelming caucasian domination…
This hot topic is of course not limited to 3D printing and not easy to tackle but some voices are trying to make themselves heard, from Naomi Wu to the more controversial 3DPConfidential on Twitter. The diversity issue and lack of visibility for minorities in the makers’ community is definitely a hot topic that we hope will be addressed collectively in the future.
The brilliant @leahbuechley. @make then fixed "the problem"- by no longer releasing embarrassing demographic data. https://t.co/ljONAJ7DO7 pic.twitter.com/Wh5qrcmlkP
— Naomi Wu 机械妖姬 (@RealSexyCyborg) March 19, 2017
YouTube is a great (and free!) promotion channel for 3D printer brands.
3D printing companies are now using YouTubers to launch and promote their new products, by sending test units to prominent community members, sometimes flying them to events. Among the most successful 3D printer launches relying on heavy YouTube promotion were the Prusa i3 MK2, the Ultimaker 3, and the BCN3D Sigma R17.
Sending test units to 3D printing Youtubers can be a very efficient strategy when your machine is on point but can also backfire (ask the guys at Tiko or Tevo…). Best practices include building a friendly relationship with these Youtubers and the 3D printing community, ensure they have all they need to carry out the tests in optimal conditions, and address any issue or negative feedback which may arise.
Also, make sure your 3D printer is a great product!
Looks like the @bcn3dtech Sigma R17 season has officially started!
— Aniwaa (@Aniwaa3d) March 6, 2017
Can't wait to see what these guys think about it 😊 pic.twitter.com/jBpUbWYTWY
How to make money with a Youtube channel?
Advertising
The easiest way to monetize a YouTube channel is advertising: YouTube being a part of Google, it is very easy to start showing ads on your videos through the AdSense program. To earn money from views on your videos, you can show banners or video ads in your videos and generate revenue every time a viewer will click on an ad.
Affiliate programs
Many YouTubers participate in affiliate programs, the most popular one being Amazon Associates. Thanks to these 3D printing affiliate marketing programs, creators can earn a commission via special links.
If you make a purchase on the website (Amazon or others) using their custom link, the creator will receive a commission. If you want to support some of your favorites 3D printing creators while online shopping, just use their affiliate links usually found in the description fields below a video.
Another way to earn $$$ revenue or get free products through YouTube is to get sponsored by a brand or establish a partnership with them. In the case of 3D printing, 3D printers and 3D scanners brands can send you 3D printers or 3D scanners for reviews.
Starting a Patreon
Patreon is a global crowdfunding platform where content creators of all kinds can get sustainable income from recurring donations from fans. Many 3D printing YouTube channels have a Patreon where you can contribute with a monthly donation, starting as low as a few dollars.
Some of the most established YouTubers on our list can earn thousands of dollars each month thanks to their Patreon. Thomas Sanladerer, for instance, makes around $2k per month thanks to donations from his fans, thus providing more financial freedom to run his channel.
Joining a multi-channel network (MCN)
According to Wikipedia, “a multi-channel network (MCN) is an organization that works with video platforms such as YouTube, to offer assistance to a channel owner in areas such as “product, programming, funding, cross-promotion, partner management, digital rights management, monetization/sales, and/or audience development” in exchange for a percentage of the ad revenue from the channel”. MCN is now common in the world of YouTubers looking to monetize their channel, and several makers from our list have already joined an MCN.
If you’re looking to take your 3D printing YouTube channel to the next step, this could be the way to go.
No need to have tens of thousands of subscribers either, as MCN is not only focusing on reach but also on the engagement of the audience on high potential niches such as additive manufacturing.
Soooooo…. 5/10 of our top channels are #3Dprinting– Kill me? <3 U @joeltelling @THEJATMN @apyrodesign @pressreset @3DPProfessor @BINMedia
— Anthony Reyes (@BlindGaming) March 31, 2017
How to use our list of the 3D printing channels on YouTube
Subs count
Here is the number of subscribers as of September 13, 2018, 18 months after the last subs count we did in March 2017. This allowed us to calculate an 18-month growth rate for channels featured in this list.
Growth
This is the growth percentage of the channel, based on the evolution of the total number of subscribers over the past 18 months (from March 2017 to September 2018).
This growth rate gives an indication of which channels are growing fast. We highlighted the super fast-growing channels with a little fire emoji (growth rate above 500%).
Category
This time, we’ve decided to categorize 3D printing YouTubers to make the list easier to use:
- 3D printing: this is the main category, covering YouTube channels focusing solely on 3D printing and producing videos such as 3D printers unboxings, tests, tips, and general information about additive manufacturing.
- Maker: we regrouped here the channels of maker creators who regularly offer 3D printing-related content but whose channel is not fully dedicated to 3D printing. We thought it was interesting to expand a bit the scope of the list to see how established makers make the most of 3D printing for their projects.
- Tech reviewer: there are many tech reviewers with highly successful YouTube channels, and some of them have a knack for 3D printers! Why not include them here?
- Cosplay/props: this category covers creators and makers who use 3D printing to make cosplay, movie accessories, and props.
A very popular and active YouTube group with a nice overlap with the 3D printing community.
Country of origin
Pretty straightforward, because it’s cool to see how global the 3D printing movement has become (although most channels are still from the US).
Note:
For this list, we selected only 3D printing YouTube channels managed by independent creators. However, some 3D printing companies run great YouTube channels with instructive videos. For example, MatterHackers, a leading US reseller of 3D printers, produces lots of great content, from reviews to tutorials.
The different types of 3D printing YouTube videos
Tutorials
In tutorials, 3D printing Youtubers give step-by-step instructions on topics such as how to build a 3D printer in kit, how to improve your 3D printing techniques, and many more. You can also find 3D printing video tutorials on how to solve general 3D printer problems such as nozzle clogging.
Unboxings
Unboxing is a video where Youtubers unbox 3D printers, 3D scanners, or 3D filaments and share their first impressions with the viewers. 3D printers unboxing videos are quite popular and they usually cover every step, from opening the cardboard box to launching the first print. These videos are very popular on YouTube (not only for 3D printers!), as they allow viewers to share the thrill of unboxing a brand new machine and also provide unfiltered insights for potential buyers.
Reviews
For 3D printer reviews, manufacturers usually send a test unit to one or several Youtubers to get a video review and give exposure to their machine in the 3D printing community. Some creators also make reviews of 3D printers or filaments they purchased themselves, thus avoiding the potential conflict of interest.
Lately, a growing number of 3D printer and 3D filament brands have started to use YouTube reviews as a promotion channel, sending multiple 3D printer test units to influential channels and actively engaging with the community. Most YouTubers do not charge for a 3D printer review but they can sometimes keep the product for free.
Tips
In 3D printing tips videos, you will find ideas on how to solve a problem on your 3D printer or how to make some improvements to your 3D printer and your 3D prints.
How to become 3D printing Youtuber?
The beauty of YouTube is that anyone with basic video equipment can become a creator. To launch a 3D printing YouTube channel, you basically need a recording device, a 3D printer, and a good dose of motivation! Of course, if you intend to make tutorials or hands-on videos about 3D printing, having access to a 3D printer is a plus (some decent DIY 3D printers are available for less than $200).
Note that the most popular YouTubers not only use top-notch video and audio gear, they also have great video production and editing skills, which take a lot of practice to acquire.
Once you’ve started your YouTube channel, you want to build a following and promote it on social media so people can discover your work. The 3D printing community is very active on Twitter, Facebook, and 3D printing forums. To find the best places to promote your channel, you can check our article on the best forums, communities, and discussion groups about 3D printing. If you’re planning to launch your channel, let us know about it, we will check it out and add it to our list of the best YouTube channels.
3D printing YoutubersConclusion on the best 3D printing YouTube channels
The 3D printing community is a fast-growing and very active group. The number of YouTube channels specialized in 3D printing keeps growing every month and some of them are now becoming established brands with a large following and professional approach to what started as a passion side project.
It is great to see this branch of the 3D printing media landscape grow and structure itself!
We were the first website to provide a comprehensive overview and analysis of the 3D printing YouTube community and will continue to update our list of creators and publish updates. Stay tuned. And should you decide to open a YouTube channel, please contact us so we can add you to the list. You can give us your opinion on Facebook and Twitter.
25 3D Printing Youtube Channels To Follow in 2022
Make Anything
California, US
Make Anything is a YouTube channel Devin Montes has created to share his passion of 3D printing and design. Each video shares his experience working on a 3D design project, whether they're quick-fixes for problems around the house, or just something really cool and unique to 3D printing.
His goal is to provide educational content and inspire viewers to exercise their creativity.
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8.1K ⋅ 2 videos / month ⋅ Apr 2014 Get Email Contact
Maker's Muse
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Maker's Muse provides 3D Printing Reviews, Tutorials and Guides. They believe in empowering creativity through rapid prototyping technologies and take pride in providing unbiased and fair reviews of 3D Printers, 3D Scanners and Software.
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3K ⋅ 2 videos / month ⋅ Dec 2013 Get Email Contact
3D Printing Nerd
Seattle, Washington, US
I'm Joel, and I am YouTube's 3D Printing Nerd. I use my channel to discuss and review 3d printers, I show how to 3d print models, and I advocate for this technology to get into the hands of kids!
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42.3K⋅ 49.8K⋅ 24.4K ⋅ 3 videos / week ⋅ Apr 2015 Get Email Contact
Thomas Sanladerer
Germany
Everything about 3D Printing and Making! Build guides, tutorials, tips and reviews around the new generation of consumer and prosumer 3D printers (and more)!
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1 video / week ⋅ Jun 2013 Get Email Contact
MatterHackers
US
Welcome to the MatterHackers 3D Printing Channel. Here you will find how to tutorials, 3d printer and filament product reviews, inspiring 3D printing projects, and general shenanigans from time to time!
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17.1K⋅ 41.4K ⋅ 3 videos / quarter ⋅ Sep 2012 Get Email Contact
Stratasys
US
or more than 25 years, Stratasys has been a defining force in 3D printing and additive manufacturing - shaping the way things are made.
The Stratasys ecosystem comprises 3D printers for prototyping and production, a wide range of 3D printing materials, parts on-demand via Stratasys Direct Manufacturing, strategic consulting and professional services.
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88.8K⋅ 42.1K ⋅ 1 video / week ⋅ Feb 2010 Get Email Contact
CHEP 3D Printing
Michigan, US
Chuck Hellebuyck shows how to design 3D prints and then how to print them on lower cost printers. He also occasionally do new printer reviews, some electronics and CNC on my XCarve.
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363⋅ 12.2K ⋅ 2 videos / week ⋅ Mar 2010 Get Email Contact
3D Maker Noob
Malta
3D Maker Noob is fascinated by everything related to 3D Printing. Follow this channel to know more about his journey into the 3D world.
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1.1K ⋅ 5 videos / week ⋅ Nov 2016 Get Email Contact
Markom3D
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Tutorial channel on using the 3D application Blender on creating 3D art and animation.
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395⋅ 383 ⋅ 4 videos / week Get Email Contact
3D Printing Professor
Hurricane, Utah, US
3D Printing Professor does weekly upload of 3D printing, 3D modeling, cool projects, tutorials, do it yourself solutions, and family friendly fun.
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1.8K⋅ 6K ⋅ 2 videos / month ⋅ May 2011 Get Email Contact
Ultimaker
Netherlands
As one of the world's leading 3D desktop printer manufacturers, and the developers of Cura software, Ultimaker has its finger firmly on the pulse of major 3D printing trends and news.
The world of 3D printing is always changing, so check out their range of videos to find out more about the latest innovations, 3D printing projects, and other juicy content.
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146.3K⋅ 51.8K ⋅ 1 video / month ⋅ Dec 2013 Get Email Contact
Daniel Norée
Sweden
Award-winning Swedish 3D designer and 3D Printing evangelist. Speaker, Blogger & YouTuber.
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6K⋅ 6.8K ⋅ 1 video / month ⋅ Dec 2011 Get Email Contact
Proto3000
US
The Proto3000 team is hard at work enabling companies to leverage 3D technology to be more competitive, capable, and efficient. They connect innovative minds with highly capable tools. Rapid Prototyping, 3D Printing, 3D Scanning, 3D Engineering.
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2.9K ⋅ 4 videos / month ⋅ Jun 2012 Get Email Contact
The Meltzone Podcast
The Podcast about 3D printing, modern fabrication and making!Produced by Stefan Hermann / CNC Kitchen and Thomas Sanladerer
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3D Print - Tech Design
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3D is my thing.
Anton loves making 3D Printing videos and believe videos are a great way of showing you, the viewer how something works. In his case he just loves to create videos and when he combines that with his interests in 3D-printers, 3D-scanners and other cool 3D-tech the end result should be quite entertaining and fun to watch.
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Chaos Core Tech
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Hello YouTube, my name is Garrett. I'm a full time programmer, who loves to make things in downtime. I make 3D models, 3D print them out, then my wife, Chelsey, paints them and makes them look amazing.
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XYZprinting
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3D printer videos 3D printing YouTube channels
Want to see the work of experienced 3D printers? Here is a list of the best YouTube channels on the subject.
There's no doubt that YouTube's magical powers make it possible to create the most informative and visual materials about 3D printing.
Whether you're looking for tutorials, tips and tricks, product reviews, cool projects, or just curious, here's a list of the best 3D printing YouTube channels to watch.
Please note that the channels in the list are ordered by the number of subscribers at the time of translation. At the same time, the number of stories is indicated.
I Like To Make Stuff
Host: Bob Claget
Location: USA
Number of subscribers: 946 889
While 3D printing plays a bridging role on this hugely popular YouTube channel, there are many technological combinations here that allow you to realize the most incredible projects. Claget talks about everything from Arduino to molds, supplementing his videos, if necessary, with a mention of the possibilities of using 3D printing. On this huge and unique channel, you can even find pudding-shooting gun projects, slot machines, snack machines, and more.
Total video: 158
The most popular video: How to Make A Secret Door / BookCase (5 474 210 Views)
Barnales Nerdgasm
Location: USA
Who's watching? Anyone interested in 3D printing, gaming, cosplay, geek culture and retro tech.
Number of subscribers: 798 873
As you can guess from the name, this is a passion of a certain botanist Barnakula. His channel is a mixture of exciting 3D printing projects like Star Wars stormtrooper outfits, reviews of the latest tech and games, as well as personal stories about how the presenter left Microsoft after 15 years at the company, or how how he is engaged in fitness, struggling with excess weight. This man just gushes with energy, a sparkling sense of humor - and fans love it.
Total Video: 564
Most Popular Video: Best Gaming Room Tour v2.0 PC, XBOX, Racing Sim, Huge Screens, 3D Printer Much More (2,795,669 views)
9015 XRobot 13
Host: James Braton
Location: UK
Who's watching? Intermediate to advanced users who want to apply 3D printing to costume, cosplay and robot creation.
Subscribers: 424 819
James Braton's YouTube channel offers detailed, multi-part videos on how to make all kinds of robots and cosplay costumes. Sponsored by LulzBot, XRobots is the perfect place for anyone looking for complete and large-scale projects that require more than just pressing a button on a printer. From the Star Wars robot BB-8 to the Iron Man suit, comic book and sci-fi fans can 3D print almost anything through Braton's channel.
Total videos: 401
The most popular video: Howing to Build An Iron Man Helmet & Suit, Mounding, Casting, 3D Printing, Electronics (24 911 003)
9000 9000
Hosts: Bill and Brittany Doran
Location: USA
Who's watching? Those who want to use 3D printing technologies to create high-tech cosplays and items.
Subscribers: 127 002
Run by husband and wife Bill and Brittany Doran, this popular channel is probably the best place on YouTube to learn how to create your favorite items from video games, TV shows and movies. From object modeling to metal-look finishes, the Doran family will walk viewers through the process, and quickly.
Total video: 473
Most viewed video: Destiny Hand Cannon Foam Prop (642,654 views)
Make Anything
Host: Divin Montes
Who is watching: USA 5
Subscribers: 45,599
This YouTube channel is the perfect place to get creative ideas and learn how to bring them to life on a 3D printer. Whether you want to build a working clipper or learn how to fix warped PLA printouts, Make Anything is here to help.
Host Divin Montes does a little bit of everything, showing subscribers how to create optical illusions, upgrade a 3D printer, embed virtual reality into 3D prints, and more, among other things. Make Anything is a very useful channel for those who are just getting started with a 3D printer, as well as for those who have already learned something and want to use their device in the best possible way.
Number of subscribers: 45 147
Thomas Zahnladerer's channel is filled with informative videos about a wide range of consumer innovations. In the regular Tom's Review section, the author offers unbiased reviews of everything and everything under the sun, from desktop 3D printers to specialized filament. There's also a Tom's Guide section that walks you through every step of the 3D printing process imaginable, including printer upgrades, heated beds, calibration, and more.
Total video: 189
Most popular video: Setting up auto bed tramming leveling tilt compensation! (172 440 views)
3D Printing Nerd
Holder: Joel Tilaling
Location: USA
Who looks? Those who want to learn the wonders of 3D printing, who want to create something fun and really useful.
Subscribers: 42,731
One of the most popular 3D printing YouTube channels, run by Joel Telling, an enthusiast who loves to create and teach. If you are looking for 3D models that the whole family can enjoy, if you are looking for detailed reviews, 3D Printing Nerd is for you. What makes Telling's channel especially unusual is the author's witty presentation and passion for this technology, which are visible in every episode.
Total videos: Number of subscribers: 36,722 When it comes to choosing a particular 3D printer, 3D scanner or modeling program, Angus Divson's Maker's Muse channel can save you a lot of time. Creating his objective reviews, the author thoroughly tests 3D printers and filaments. The additive technology expert also gives advice on how to optimize 3D printing, talking about the correct preparation of CAD programs, the slicer, the printing process and its behind the scenes. Total video: 234 Most viewed video: Make your 3D Printed parts look professional with Acetone and a Rice cooker! (172 229 views) Holder: JWALL Location: USA Who is watching? Beginners who want to learn how to 3D design and print and who like learning with a sense of humor. Subscribers: 13,618 If you want to have some fun and learn all the tricky stuff behind the magic of 3D modeling and printing, this channel is definitely worth checking out. Here you have sex toys, and armor for a cat, and all sorts of things that the violent fantasy of the author gives rise to. In his videos, Jwall also explores the cutting edge of 3D printing technology and shares unique information with viewers. Total video: 42 The most popular video: Vaginas, Robots, & 3D Printers (448 242 Views) Chep 3D Printing Who is watching? Beginners who appreciate every moment, from the very first steps in design to the final object on the printing table. Number of subscribers: 12 142 If there is a lack of humor and revelations in this channel, then all this is more than compensated by the knowledge that the author gives. Total video: 171 The most popular video: Metal Inserts on A 3D Print (52 238 views) Personal Location: China Who's watching? 3D printing enthusiasts and techies who want a cultural experience from this brilliantly intelligent Chinese girl. Number of subscribers: 11 233 One might think that all these more than 10,000 subscribers of the Sexy Cyborg channel are the merit of only the cuteness of the presenter Naomi Wu, but it is worth watching at least one episode, and it becomes clear that the brains of The girls are just as attractive. Total videos: 18 The most popular video: Infinity Skirt Build (321 178 views) Who's watching? Beginner and advanced 3D printer users who enjoy creating items and weapons from their favorite video games. Subscribers: 9880 If you're as passionate about 3D printing and gaming as Kirby Downey, the YouTube channel of the same name is for you. The London-based designer shows you how to create the appropriate objects and weapons from the very beginning. His favorite games are Overwatch and Destiny. Total videos: 63 Most popular video: Timelapse of Thunderlord Replica from Destiny for 3D Printing (266 439 views) Richrap 9000 Location Those who are immersed in open source, who already have RepRap or only have plans to build it yet. Subscribers: 7415 The RichRap channel is for open source RepRap owners who enjoy building, modifying, creative and innovating. However, Richard Horn is not just about creating RepRap kits and talking about them. Many episodes are devoted to experiments with printer elements and materials. So, for example, the author made his printer multi-color, came up with a wonderful "children's" set "Dad and Daughter Kit Build", his clips miraculously inspire the search for new possibilities of 3D printing. Total video: 84 The most popular video: Reprap 3DR DELTA 3D Printer (286 371 View)
PRINT THAT Thing 
In terms of 3D printing education, this channel leaves no questions unanswered. These exhaustive lessons look like lectures at a university, not a YouTube channel, with the author especially shining with knowledge in the weekly Filament Friday column. The project is aimed at those who want to understand something more than just the basics of 3D printing and realize the possibilities of this technology.
SEXY CYBORG 
Sexy Cyborg is different from most 3D printing YouTube channels. Naomi creates a unique cultural immersion into the life of a Shenzhen girl by immersing viewers in her normal day as she talks about 3D printers, creating unique accessories or visiting 3D workshops and specialty cafes in her city of 11 million.
Kirby Downey 9000 9000 Personal UK 
All models that the author shows, as well as the clips themselves, can be downloaded from MyMiniFactory. 
FNTSMN
ME
Who is watching? Design savvy individuals seeking advice from one of the most respected designers in the 3D community.
Number of subscribers: 7077
On Simon Fontan's FNTSMN YouTube channel, you can learn the entire 3D printing process, from unpacking your purchased printer to materializing your first colored objects. This 3D designer's imagination knows no bounds, with a myriad of projects including cosplay costumes and printed skateboards.
Total videos: 151
Most viewed video: Fiora Baguette for Soaz from Origen Team! (76,655 views)
The Hot End
Host: Anthony Martin
Location Australia
Who's watching? Beginners and experts alike, anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of all aspects of this technology.
Number of subscribers: 6889
This is perhaps the strangest of all YouTube channels about 3D printing. Anthony Martin and his father and co-host John skillfully give their reviews a touch of scandal. In almost every episode, heavy metal sounds and good graphics are shown, the presenters of this channel can be imagined as tattooed motorcyclists. Like it or not, the Martins are famous people in the world of 3D printing.
Total videos: 133
Most viewed video: A brief look at Simplify 3D! Is it worth it? (18,896 views)
Hoffman Engineering
HOOD: CRYSTOPHER HOFFMAN
Location: USA
Who watches? Beginner to intermediate level, here you can gain experience in mechanics and digital, 3D scanning and 3D printing.
Number of subscribers: 5437
The perfect channel for a mechanical engineer who wants to get the most out of their 3D printer.
Christopher Hoffman goes into detail about CAD software, specialty plastics, and how to optimize every step of the printing process. His project is multi-faceted and informative, a great source of knowledge to help you understand how to use 3D printing in business, how to scan, how to work with electronics and create functional objects.
Total video: 89
The most popular video: 3D Scanning at Home Using An Xbox Kinect (163 139 Views)
Daniel Norée 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000
Location: Sweden
Who's watching? 3D designers and enthusiasts looking for ideas to take their 3D printing experience to the next level.
Number of subscribers: 4104
This YouTube channel is for designers and 3D printing enthusiasts who want to achieve something new. The author talks about printers and types of plastic, shows step by step everything he does in his design work, as well as for his hobby - radio-controlled cars.
The most interesting section is Build With Me. Here, the Swedish designer talks about how he prints and assembles working radio-controlled cars.
Total video: 120
Subscribers: 3887
If you're looking for a way to turn your sketch into a 3D model, or if you're looking for the perfect finish for your model, Chaos Core Tech is full of in-depth videos of useful and sophisticated projects. Experienced programmer Garrett Kearney uses 3D printing technology to build robots and craft all sorts of items. In this channel, the whole process is considered in detail in full - from designing models to painting itself.
Total videos: 136
The most popular video: 3D Printed Citron from Plants vs Zombies: GW 2 (19,858 views)
3D PRINT - Tech Design Design
Location: Sweden
Who's watching? Beginners who care about every step, from drawing to print.
Number of subscribers: 3783
This is a great YouTube channel that helps you combine your creativity with 3D scanning and 3D printing. Anton Monsson offers in-depth videos on 3D design software, explores specialized 3D printing filaments in detail, and shows you how to get the most out of your printer's functionality.
Total video: 149
Most viewed video: Artec EVA 3D-scanner - Unboxing and Start Up (27,025 views)
Neatherbot
Host: Austin Niteri
Location: USA
Who is watching? Advanced users and experts who want to get the most out of their existing hardware, from hot ends to fans.
Number of subscribers: 3419
In his channel Austin Niteri not only talks about the inner workings of 3D printing technology, he also shows step by step how to combine the resulting printouts with Arduino and other devices.
NeatherBot has plenty of episodes for beginners, but most of the clips are about combining 3D printed objects with electronics. Along with some tricks and flying drones, the author gives good advice on 3D printer components, filaments, and how you can upgrade your desktop printer.
Total videos: 53
Most viewed video: Review Ninjaflex Filament (136,479 views).
bought a printer? Cheat sheet for beginners
No. At first I saw a printer from a friend, and ... caught fire.
Began to storm Youtube. During the month, in my free time.
The article is intended for beginners, contains links to the necessary sources and answers many questions. A more detailed guide can be found on the Internet, including here: https://3dtoday.ru/blogs/lemden/guide-beginners-what-to-do-with-the-printer-after-the-purchase-explana
Here I offer a short version with answers to those questions that are not on the surface.
Such a cheat sheet.
What to see to dive into 3D printing?
Imbued with useful knowledge, I singled out for myself several authors, with whom I recommend starting your path too. I watched a lot of repetitive and similar questions that do not arise from those who watched the thematic videos of the channels listed below:
https://www.youtube.com/c/SorkinDmitry
https://www.youtube.com/c/SIBMAKER
https://www.youtube.com/c/ChuchaTV3D
https:/ /www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZiY2jvqSGqVJLJoNmSUcg
https://www.youtube.com/c/Technary Corner
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzAx6cyo5aQFQLm5L89gnlw
https://www.youtube. com/channel/UCAI40Wsj_DG2a-srtVqO-HQ
I realized that a 3D printer is a collection of knowledge that has been accumulating and gathering dust so far: electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, drawing, programming. What exactly you need to know - outlined in a separate article, so as not to stretch.
How to choose a printer?
My choice, as a combination of information from viewed videos and recommendations from friends, fell on two models: Creality Ender 3 and Flying Bear Ghost 5 .
Based on my conditions, the semi-closed case Flying Bear Ghost 5 suited me better, so that the space occupied by it had a limit closed by walls - protection from children's hands and the ability to sew up the case with additional panels.
If you have purchased a different printer, then most likely some of the materials below may not be suitable for you.
How to buy a printer?
And now, for the new year, the stars converged, there was both a desire and an opportunity, and Aliexpress offered a good discount. Ordered for 18 thousand. Any other offers start from 25 thousand. This is my first expensive purchase on Ali, so there were concerns. I ordered it on January 4th, and on the 8th it already fell into my hands from a warehouse in Moscow.
I did not have to pay customs duty, the goods had already been cleared through customs. If the printer was traveling from abroad, you would have to pay an additional fee to the courier or directly at the post office upon receipt. Everything is not so scary, as I found out, and convenient.
What is important to do before buying a printer?
1. Find and agree with cohabitants a place for the printer. It's not always easy, trust me. To avoid conflicts - do it in advance. The overall dimensions of the space occupied by the printer are indicated on the seller's website. For FBG5, the occupied space has the following dimensions: 39x44x58 cm (WxDxH), taking into account the protruding parts and the coil hanging on the back wall. Legs can confidently stand on a rectangle 380x335 mm. The length of the power cable (standard computer replaceable cord) is only 1 meter.
2. Find a place to store small things from the printer: spare parts, tools, containers with alcohol and 3D glue (or whatever you are going to smear the table with, if you are going to).
Of course, taking into account the inaccessibility for children, if any.
3. Buy an organizer for small things (better after buying a printer, when you understand the size that suits you).
How to assemble the printer?
Do you remember when you and someone were binge building a new Lego set or something like that? Wow, it's the same thrill. I invited my brother over and we had a great time from the box to the first print. The printer was assembled according to the Russian video instruction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXEG-zxVcXY in two parts. 20 minutes of video stretch to about 2 hours, if you do everything carefully and slowly. All the important points in the video are chewed, but in order not to disassemble the printer back later, I would add a few more tips from myself to them.
By the way, the kit comes with a set of disposable tools necessary for assembly made of plasticine 3 steel, so it is worth purchasing spare hexagons for 1.
5, 2 and 3mm , they will be needed where you need to tighten the complete screws tightly. I bought Dexter hexes from the green store and they passed all the necessary tests.
What else needs to be done during the first assembly of a 3D printer, so as not to disassemble it again later?
1. Buy lubricant in advance. Litol-24 is suitable, but a more interesting one is also possible (lithium grease " Center Grease OIL EP 00 " or " Multifak EP2 ").
2. Look under the hood and take pictures of everything, and also stretch all the screw connections of the wires and check the adhesion of all the chips). First of all, you will find out if you have removable drivers.
3. Lubricate guides and bearings (they come from the factory "dry"), as they say "tightly stuff with grease" (this and more, it is useful to preview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMZQjHTBGfE and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aV87Z2iBbc)
4. Align axles (more info https://flyingbear.
info/ru/solutions/build-problems) -tension-belts)
6. Pull all visible screws
7. Look under the hood and take a picture of everything (useful in the future)
and who to consult about 3D printing?
While watching the video from the beginning of the article, in the descriptions I came across links to thematic groups where professionals and beginners exchange experiences. Of course, it's better not to ask "stupid" questions and not ask for treatment from a photo, but who will stop you (although sometimes this is punishable by ignoring or even a ban). The answers to such questions have already been chewed many times by all the authors in their videos. Often, the answer to your question will only consist of a link to the desired video.
Communities Vkontakte
https://vk.com/flyingbearghost5
Telegram chats
https://t.me/K_3_D
https://t.me/Ghostbustersss
What sites should I bookmark?
While studying my questions, I have accumulated some reference mass of useful sites, which I share with you.
https://3deshnik.ru/wiki/index.php/Main_page
https://3dradar.ru/post/3dprint/
https://flyingbear.info/ru/mods
https:// amperka.ru/page/flying-bear-ghost-5-first-print
https://cvetmir3d.ru/blog/poleznoe/instruktsiya-po-sozdaniyu-makrosov-pri-workote-s-3d-printerami/
Stores
https://3diwell.com/catalog/Extruders/
https://trianglelab.net/products/
https://3dslon.ru/
https://www.rrf3dshop.ru/
https://amperka.ru
https://creatorplanet. com/
https://letfix.ru/
https://spb.krep-shop.ru/katalog/bolty_i_vinty/din_912_2/
https://sunday-3d.store/
Sites with 3D models
https://3dtoday.ru/3d-models (since you are here)
https://www.thingiverse.com/ (the second name is "the well-known site", it is also "tinge")
https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/83628-print-in-place-bag-clip/files
https://www.baizhongyun.cn/home/index
https: //the3d.
ru/Catalog/Typ/1
https://www.yeggi.com/ (search engine for different sites with models)
Plastic stores
https://www.ozon.ru/category/plastik -dlya-3d-printer-15794/ (start here)
https://www.fdplast.ru/plastik-dlya-3d-printera/
https://www.sopytka.ru/products/prutki-dlya-3d-printera/
https://plastik-nit.ru/
https://bestfilament.ru/
Where and what kind of plastic to buy to start?
Do not believe it - Ozon will be enough for the first time. Here is a direct link to the category https://www.ozon.ru/category/plastik-dlya-3d-printera-15794/
But take your time. A complete reel of plastic is enough for you to print a bunch of little things, practice and calibrate the printer. Personally, I was surprised that such a small coil was enough for so much.
While you are getting used to it, a new big coil will arrive.
Of course, I advise you to start with PLA, as the easiest material for beginners.
And if you need something stronger and more resistant to atmospheric phenomena, then purchase PETG. ABS - at the start, it definitely won’t suit you, besides, it gives out toxic fumes when printing and it’s highly not recommended to print it in the house without a special hood. He will also need warmth and dryness, which in the drain will be difficult to achieve.
In detail, almost all types of plastics that you can print can be found in video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzgOCkJbcxE
And there is also a detailed article about most plastics: https:/ /top3dshop.ru/blog/podrobnyj-gid-po-vyboru-plastika-dlja-3d-pechati.html
Which company (filament manufacturer) do you prefer?
Know that one of the highest quality products, and the most expensive - "Bestfilament".
The pros also often print FDPlast and Filamentarno.
It is better to consult in chats.
It all depends on your needs. They praise the domestic manufacturer "NIT".
What is the first thing to do after assembly? Calibrations!
When the printer is assembled taking into account all of the above, well, or at least taking into account the minimum that was in the assembly video, then you can print the first model.
In order not to dive into the intricacies of preparing models for printing ("slicing" or cutting), there is already a file ready for printing on the memory card. And print it. For today, that's all you need. For about an hour you will enjoy watching the movements of the printer, find out what sounds and how loud it makes.
Tip: At first, plan any printing for the day. By no means in the evening or at night (if at home), because if the print takes longer than expected, then you and your bedmate will not enjoy being near the printer. Expect that small models will be printed in 1-2 hours, and large ones (or with complex patterns) up to 9 hours or more. For FDM printers, this is normal.
This is about the moment when you realize what "screaming" motors or "loud drivers" everyone was talking about and climb into the online store to order "quiet" TMC2209 drivers.
In any case, after assembling the printer, there are calibrations.
I divided them into two types - basic and advanced.
Basic calibrations
- Calibration of the table (or "bed", as you like) IMPORTANT : calibration is done hot! i.e. the extruder and bed are heated to operating temperature before calibration - the one you will be printing on most of the time. If the temperatures are higher, then the calibration will need to be repeated already for it. When calibrating, either a high-quality probe or a plain sheet of paper is used. During the calibration, they try not to touch the table. Very detailed about why and from what in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uROS3xOac1o
- This is the minimum, without which it would not be worth starting printing, so as not to be disappointed in quality. PID calibration of the table and hot end It is done easily by sending a specially prepared file with a G-code for printing.
Details are sorted here: https://www .youtube.com/watch?v=aizbpcZ7LU0 - Calibration of extruder steps This is done in two steps. Well described in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mga_ezYDTNI
Then there are advanced calibrations that require accurate measuring tools (micrometer and caliper) and printing of calibration models. In addition, they will need to be selectively repeated for each new filament that you thread for the first time, because. these calibrations depend on the properties of the chosen plastic.
Test models can be found both in references in thematic videos and in articles, for example in this one: https://3d-diy.ru/wiki/3d-printery/luchshie-modeli-testovoj-pechati-3d-printerov/
Calibrations for a specific filament:
- Flow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mga_ezYDTNI
- Accelerations and jerks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5dJHWF -RGo
- Temperature and retracts https://www.
youtube.com/watch?v=QNUZIsTMQb0 - Linear Advance Only available on custom firmware and Direct extruder. You have Bowden - put up with it, for now. /drive/folders/1ZUuk_V8Bdn0Vt0OC19J2wQ0Nd3v5MbL4
First, you will need to identify your motherboard.
Personally, after updating from 5.8.4 to 5.8.7, I lost the buzzer. He stopped emitting signals of different frequencies, and instead of them began to issue quiet clicks.
Read more about the boards in the article: https://sergey1560.github.io/fb4s_howto/mks_board/
Do I need another (custom) firmware?
Only when you start to miss the power of your printer. Not earlier. Don't complicate. Enthusiasts have already done everything for you and there are options for advanced firmware. You can easily find them on the sites, links to which I left above.
I have already tested one of them and can recommend it as a working option: https://github.com/Sergey1560/Marlin_FB4S/releases
A little about WiFi on the printer
It will be useful to know that the module installed in the printer is only able to work with one connection (connection).
It will not be possible to simultaneously connect to it from two programs (different or identical). WiFi on the printer can be configured through the built-in web interface, but you need to know the IP for this. There is nothing else to configure in this interface.
I strongly recommend that you bind the MAC address of the printer to the issued IP on the router in the LAN -> DHCP settings so that it becomes permanent for it (the same one was always issued). It will be difficult to use the hostname of the printer.
What software do you need to use the 3D printer?
Slicers
- Prusa Slicer https://www.prusa3d.com/page/prusaslicer_424/ Its interface is simpler than that of Cura, and in general, it is more convenient to manage settings with it. MKS WiFi plugin does not work (as of January 2022) with FBG5 5.8.7 firmware The plugin itself can be downloaded from the author: https://github.com/ArtificalSUN/MKS-WIFI_PS_uploader
- Cura https://ultimaker.
com/software/ultimaker-cura the "Make beautiful" button, which will do everything for you. The MKS WiFi plugin installed from the marketplace (inside the program) works with any firmware version. True, it may not always connect to the printer from the first start, and the program just needs to be restarted, but if it is connected, it will not turn off, even if the printer is turned off and on before sending the job.
...and all the other slicers, there are many of them, but at first they will not help you. Some are paid, some praise waders from their swamp, but in fact, the above options will help you start to comprehend the art of slicing.
In the review, you can find out which sites and programs can still be useful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9PlMvpEnKs
How to better configure slicers, it is useful to watch in the video:
- Prusa Slicer https:/ /www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMbgFgzPcG8
- Cura https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GInpsJu8bZE
- General stream about the nuances https://www.
youtube.com/watch?v=Tu-ropzwhco&t=7872s
For tuning and testing
- Repetier-Host https://www.repetier.com/download-now/ To send commands to the printer and monitor its status. To connect via LAN, specify the printer's IP and port 8080
0818 for starters. They are built into Windows 10
- Fusion 360 To get the free version, just go to https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal, click GET STARTED, fill in the details and get a free license! And here you can learn the basics from the video https://alexgyver.ru/how-to-get-fusion360/
- https://3dpt.ru/page/faq in Russian
- https://github.com/AndrewEllis93/Print-Tuning-Guide in English
Is slicing an art?
Yes, in my opinion, only having a certain experience and understanding the features of your printer can you successfully select print settings the first time. "Successfully" emphasize. Precisely fortunate, because it is almost impossible to pick them up "correctly". This is due to the individual characteristics of each instance of the printer, even within the same model.
It's like a professional photographer who has become close to his devices and, without looking at the switches, sets the desired modes so quickly that he manages to catch the "same shot" on the fly. This skill is gained only by experience. And for beginners it is very useful to peep how others do it.
Quality printing is the way of the samurai. You need to achieve harmony with your printer and plastic. Crab Lab Group
Common Printing Problems
The repeated printing problems that beginners have are also answered many times. You can search for your problem and its solution in the following articles:
and videos:
https://www.youtube .com/c/FLYINGBEAR3D Official Flyingbear channel (they don't have a website)
How to change the filament
It's not surprising to fill it, but it turned out to be not trivial to take it out, for example, for replacement.
