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Have you ever waited half a day for a simple print? Just watching the hours tick down on the screen, hoping it’ll finish before midnight. Yeah, it’s painful. The truth is, print time isn’t only about speed settings. The infill pattern you choose makes or breaks that
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So, you finished your 3D print. Looks nice, right? But let’s be honest, it’s still kind of plain until you give it some color. First things first: prep it. Remove supports, sand rough spots, and wipe dust. If you’ve done sanding, good job, you’re ready for
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Choosing your first (or next) 3D printer can feel overwhelming, and one of the biggest points of confusion is the debate between an enclosed or an open-frame design. It’s frustrating to sift through technical jargon only to be left wondering if you’re about to invest in the wrong
Hi Snapmaker Community, Over the past month, our U1 Test Pilot Program has been in full swing. We shipped 19 beta units to experienced community members and past Snapmaker video contest winners. They have provided detailed feedback that has been invaluable in refining the U1 before full-scale production. This blog
The day is here. The official Snapmaker U1 Kickstarter campaign launches today, August 19, at 7 AM PDT / 4 PM CEST. This post contains all the final details you need to back the project the moment it goes live and secure your U1 at the exclusive Kickstarter price. We'
Tool changer 3D printers are redefining the possibilities of multi-material printing. Unlike traditional designs, these advanced machines feature a system that can automatically swap between different tool heads during a single print job. This core capability opens the door to creating complex parts with multiple materials and colors, without the
Do you use more filament than expected when printing in many colors or materials? You are not alone. In 3D printing, there is a process called purge. This means pushing out some filament to clean the nozzle. It happens before a print starts or when the printer switches color or
This week, we're unveiling the next era of Snapmaker: the U1, a high-speed, multicolor, multimaterial 3D printer, powered by an independent 4-head extruder swapping system: SnapSwap™.
Easter celebrations have long been a time for families to come together, celebrate spring, and enjoy time-honored traditions. But this year, why settle for store-bought decorations when you can create something truly unique? Imagine a hunt filled with custom-made treasures, crafted with your own hands. Let's explore how
ABS filament is strong, heat-resistant, and built to last. It handles stress and higher temperatures better than PLA. That makes it ideal for parts that need durability or will face heat. But any 3D printing enthusiast knows ABS comes with challenges. Corners lift, layers crack, and the smell can be
It’s a scenario every 3D printing enthusiast dreads: a beautiful spool of filament, rendered useless by a bird’s nest of tangles. Or perhaps you’ve snagged a great deal on bulk filament that came without a spool, or you’re tired of your cardboard spools shedding dust in
Halloween is the perfect time to transform your home into a haunted mansion. Why settle for the same store-bought skeletons when you can bring your own unique, custom horrors to life? With 3D printing, you can create intricate, spooky, and fun decorations you simply can't find in a
Being a guitarist, have you ever dropped your favorite pick in the middle of a jam? Or desired a custom design tailored to your playing style? With a 3D printer like the Snapmaker U1, you can print guitar picks on the go. 3D-printed guitar picks are durable, eco-friendly, and save
Are you searching for a 3D printer filament that can match or even surpass the strength of metal? In the world of high-performance 3D printing, strength is measured in megapascals (MPa). Today, the emergence of cutting-edge materials has dramatically transformed industrial applications. Among the many options, materials like carbon fiber
Imagine you print a phone case that looks perfect, only for it to crack the first time you drop it. Or a handle snaps under pressure. It’s not your design. It’s the material. Flexible filaments solve this problem. They let parts bend, absorb shocks, and stay strong. Two
If you're considering buying your first 3D printer, it’s natural to wonder about the hidden costs. You've factored in the price of the machine and the filament, but what about the electricity bill? It's a common concern, especially when you see large power
You pull out a spool of TPU because you want a flexible phone case or a sturdy drone part. The printer is ready, but before you hit start, a question lingers. Can we run this print indoors? TPU, short for Thermoplastic Polyurethane, is popular because it bends, resists wear, and
It’s a common story: you calculate a print's cost at $2.00, while a professional service quotes the same part at $45. Why the huge difference? For hobbyists, the cost of 3D printing can feel like a mystery. Is it just the price of filament? The short
Hi Snapmaker Community, Over the past month, our U1 Test Pilot Program has been in full swing. We shipped 19 beta units to experienced community members and past Snapmaker video contest winners. They have provided detailed feedback that has been invaluable in refining the U1 before full-scale production. This blog
You finish a print and take a close look at the top. The surface is rough with small lines and bumps. You want it to look flat and smooth, but you do not want to sand it down or use strong chemicals. Ironing in 3D printing gives you that option.
There’s a special kind of magic in 3D printing—watching an object appear out of thin air. But the real satisfaction comes when you pull a model off the print bed and it moves, wiggles, and flexes right in your hands, with no assembly required. These "print-in-place"
