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Dual extruder unused nozzle is breaking prints

So I got my first 3d printer, with 2 nozzles. I thought why not, I may want to print 2 colours, dissolvable supports etc in future. But for now, only using one. I've had good success on small items so far, but when I try to print something that's a…
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3D printer filament will not load after running the printer out of filament

We wanted to test the post process properties of PVA but did not want to print anything. We unloaded the ABS that was in the printer and then started loading some PVA. After the PVA was loaded we let it keep going through the loading process until…
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How to sort G-code on SD card based on material (ABS|PLA|SBS)?

I have various G-code files stored at SDCard attached to my Prusa i3 MK2S printer. They are either for ABS, PLA or SBS. The more files I had on the SD card, the more I was running into trouble of finding for which material is which G-code. To…
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Anet A6 install bed leveling sensor

After lots of hassle, I finally made the printer work. I also got myself one bed leveling sensor from eBay, LJ18A3-8-Z/BX 3D Printer Inductive Sensor Bed Auto Level +Plug For Anet A8 A2 A6. I'm not sure how to setup it. Should I print some holders…
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Extruder clogs randomly during print

I don't know how to say this but during the print, the printer will randomly have difficulty extruding the filament. I will have to give the filament a boost for it to keep going. Once I done the boost, the extruder keeps going perfectly fine for a…
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3D printing template material

I want to print a structure that I can embed in a resin and later dissolve. I know that some fancy 3D printing systems have raft materials etc., that can be printed and later removed easily. Can any one suggest a 3D printing material that can be…
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Cura printer settings for Alladinbox SkyCube 3D

I've just purchased an Alladinbox SkyCube 3D that I want to use to print board game miniatures and other fun stuff. However, the instructions do not give the settings I need to put into software like Ultimaker Cura, and this is where I need some…
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Efficient packing of models with chains

I have a model where several solids are linked with chains. The original design contains a lot of empty space. I am looking for software, which can automatically move the solids and fold the chains such that the total build volume gets smaller…
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Uneven wall thickness with test cube

I noticed that one edge (which is also the starting point of the print) is always bigger than the other three. Additionally, the walls do not have the same thickness as well. The wall thickness (starting from the thick edge) starts very thin and…
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Extruder prints fine up until further down the print

So I recently installed a genuine E3D V6 (direct) on my AM8 (Anet a8 with upgraded frame). I have already been able to fix most of the print quality problems. But the last one is a hard one for me. It prints super fine up until a certain height.…
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What will be the best way to remove pla from a volcano nozzle?

My print popped out from the bed and glued to the nozzle. As the printer was printing next hour or so, a lot of pla was extruded and formed on the nozzle. I'm wondering what will be the best way to remove pla from the nozzle without overheating…
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Raw material for 3D printed injection mold

If I have to make an injection mold (for resin based raw material) using 3D printing, what raw material should I choose – PLA, ABS, HIPS etc.
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Help installing my Anet A8 printer to my computer

I am a complete noob when it comes to the 3d printing world. I just finished assembling my printer and I plug it into my computer with the included usb cable and nothing happens. My computer does recognize the printer being plugged in but it just…
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Dual PSU with one switch fuse

My home built printer has been having issues running properly. The x/y/z motors will run freely with standard non build position commands but when they are suppose to start a raft layer and they freeze up and don't respond properly. When I put my…
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Speeding up the heating of the heated bed

Currently I am using a 12 volts, 20 amperes power supply (Model S-240-12) The stepper motors and the extruder need 5 amp, and the heated bed build plate needs 11 amp. Technically you only need to use a 12 Volts, 16 amperes power supply, but I…
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