PLA vs ABS: Which 3D Printing Material is Best for You?

3D printing has come a long way since its inception. With new technologies, advancements in materials, and tons of options to choose from, picking the right material for your 3D printing project can be overwhelming. Two of the most commonly used materials you’ll come across are PLA and ABS. Below we’ll compare the pros and … Read more

Ender 3 Versions Compared

You may have heard that the Ender 3 printer is one of the most popular entry-level 3D printers. But since the initial success of the Ender 3, Creality has released many different versions of printers that all fall under the name “Ender 3.” Here we’ll break down the differences between each version of Ender 3 … Read more

Ender Series Print Volume List

Needing to compare the print volumes and bed sizes for Creality’s Ender series of 3D printers? We’ve compiled a list to make your search easier. Ender 2 Pro Print Volume The Ender 2 Pro has a print volume of 165 x 165 x 180 mm. Ender 3 Print Volume The Ender 3 has a print … Read more

Ender 3 Max Bed Size and Build Volume

Building on the success of the Ender 3 and Ender 3 Pro, the Ender 3 Pro Max’s main improvement over its predecessors is its larger build volume. But will the Ender 3 Max’s build volume be larger enough for your projects? The Ender 3 Max’s Build Volume is 300 x 300 x 340 mm What … Read more

Ender 3 Pro Bed Size

The Ender 3 Pro is one of the most popular entry-level FDM printers on the market, known for both its quality and affordability. But some people needing to make large prints may wonder if the Ender 3 Pro’s printing area is big enough. What is the usable printing size? Creality advertises that the Ender 3 … Read more

Differences Between Raft, Brim, and Skirt in 3D Printing

When you’re trying to get your 3D prints to stick to the printing surface better, you may come across some settings that allow you to actually print better adhesion. But what’s the best printed adhesion method for speed and reliability? Below we’ll compare three different adhesion methods to help you find the best settings for … Read more

ABS vs PETG

For beginners, PLA is often the go-to filament for its ease of use. But if you’re in the market for stronger alternatives to PLA, you may be considering going with ABS or PETG for your next project. Here we’ll beak down some of the differences between ABS and PETG to help you figure out which … Read more

Ender 3 Bed Size: How Large Can You Print?

The Ender 3 and Ender 3 Pro are two of the most popular entry-level FDM printers on the market, known for both their quality and affordability. But some people needing to make large prints may wonder if the Ender 3’s printing area is big enough. What is the usable printing size? Creality advertises that the … Read more

Ender 3 vs Ender 3 Pro: Which One Should You Choose?

So you’re in the market for a budget-friendly 3D printer and you come across the Ender 3 and Ender 3 Pro. Both are great choices for beginners and have a lot in common, but is it worth shelling-out a little more money for the “Pro” version? We think that it is worth it at the … Read more

PLA vs PLA+

When looking for filaments for your 3D printer, you may have come across the acronyms PLA and PLA+. At first glance, they seem almost identical. Today we’ll take a look at what differentiates PLA+ from PLA find out the strengths and weakness of both types of filaments. What is PLA? Polylactic Acid (PLA) is often … Read more