If your 3D printer does not deposit enough filament during printing, it might have under-extrusion issues. When the printer is supposed to extrude a specific amount of filament, it falls short of that amount, resulting in various issues with your print quality, like poor layer adhesion, stringing and oozing, and even imperfections in the surfaces. Under-extrusion can result from many factors, and you need to take your time to know the root cause and fix it.
Elegoo Neptune 4 Review: Invisible Klipper
Tom's Hardware Verdict
The Neptune 4 is largely the same robust printer as the Neptune 3 Pro, except this time it has the speed perks of Klipper. However, without built-in WiFi or a Klipper Screen, the firmware perks are hidden and nearly impossible to access.
Pros
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Easy to use
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Klipper precision
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Direct drive
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Dual gear extruder
Cons
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Klipper is hidden
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No WiFi included
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Frustrating bed-leveling process
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Leveling wheels fell off during testing
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(PR) NVIDIA Key Player in Creation of OpenUSD Standard for 3D Worlds
NVIDIA joined Pixar, Adobe, Apple and Autodesk today to found the Alliance for OpenUSD , a major leap toward unlocking the next era of 3D graphics, design and simulation. The group will standardize and extend OpenUSD, the open-source Universal Scene Description framework that's the foundation of interoperable 3D applications and projects ranging from visual effects to industrial digital twins.
Several leading companies in the 3D ecosystem already signed on as the alliance's first general members—Cesium, Epic Games, Foundry, Hexagon,
Several leading companies in the 3D ecosystem already signed on as the alliance's first general members—Cesium, Epic Games, Foundry, Hexagon,
Sovol SV07 Review: Klipper-Powered 3D Printers for Beginners
Tom's Hardware Verdict
The Sovol SV07 does Klipper the right way by including a Klipper screen, accelerometer and tons of cooling power.
Pros
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Klipper firmware pre-installed
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Klipper Screen
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Faster print speeds
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All Metal Hotend
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Auto bed leveling
Cons
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Loud
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Painted lines peeled off the build plate
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The Sovol SV
How to Use Ultimaker Cura to Prepare Designs for 3D Printing
If you have been into 3D printing for a while, chances are high that you might have heard of or come across Cura, as it’s one of the most popular 3D slicing software available. Even if you have not tried it yet, we'll guide you through starting from downloading and installation, exploring its various tools and features, including 3D slicing and generating the G-code to send to your 3D printer, installing plugins, and
6 Best 3D Printer Slicers and How to Use Them
A 3D slicer is an application takes a 3D model and converts it into a G-code file with a series of layers and instructions that a 3D printer can understand. Each slice corresponds to the cross-section of the 3D object at a specific height in the Z-axis. The slicer allows you to adjust various parameters affecting the printing process, like layer height, print speed, infill density, support structures, and cooling settings.
Even if
How to Post Process Your 3D Prints Like a Professional
After 3D printing, the next step is to finish the designs through post-processing activities to make them usable. Even if you're using one of the best 3D printers , Post-processing ensures that any rough textures and surfaces left behind are removed. In addition to smoothing out the design, post-processing can make the object more durable. This can be done by adding additional layers of materials to the design, coating, and even painting. If
Bambu Lab P1S Review: A New Standard for 3D Printing
Tom's Hardware Verdict
The P1S hits a sweet spot, offering affordable Core XY speed for a wide range of materials and access to Bambu Lab’s popular AMS system to print in up to 16 colors.
Pros
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Blazing speed
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Enclosure for high temperature printing
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Simple auto bed leveling
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Optional 4 Color AMS
Cons
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Noisy
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Proprietary replacement parts
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AMS unit wastes filament
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6 Best Models for Testing Your 3D Printer
If you’ve just received your 3D printer or are looking forward to 3D printing a complex design, starting with a test print is essential. Doing so will allow you to see what your printer, whether it’s one of the best 3D printers or not, is capable of and ensure that you won’t waste your time and materials on a project that won’t work.
Test prints will allow you to analyze how the printer handles overhangs