Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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If you like 3D printing, why not enjoy it in a video game? In this video, I test 3D PrintMaster Simulator on Steam, a 3D print farm management video game. It promises building, upgrading and maintaining 3D printers, and using them to create customer jobs on command. The reality is a game full of potential that falls short on execution, so I’ve tried to provide some constructive feedback and suggestions to take the game forward.
I originally received a code free of charge to test this game from the developer. However, I also purchased a copy and gifted it to my nephew on Steam. My total gameplay was just over three hours.
0:00 Introduction
0:53 What is 3D PrintMaster Simulator?
Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/2427000/3D_PrintMaster_Simulator_Printer
1:30 Control woes
2:14 Building my first 3D printer
5:35 Completing first orders
7:21 Buying and repairing a 2nd hand 3D printer
8:20 Upgrading
8:58 Early repetitious grind
10:48 Creative mode
10:59 Bugs and problems
12:07 Positives and suggested improvements
15:16 Conclusion
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If you like 3D printing, why not enjoy it in a video game? In this video, I test 3D PrintMaster Simulator on Steam, a 3D print farm management video game. It promises building, upgrading and maintaining 3D printers, and using them to create customer jobs on command. The reality is a game full of potential that falls short on execution, so I’ve tried to provide some constructive feedback and suggestions to take the game forward.
I originally received a code free of charge to test this game from the developer. However, I also purchased a copy and gifted it to my nephew on Steam. My total gameplay was just over three hours.
0:00 Introduction
0:53 What is 3D PrintMaster Simulator?
Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/2427000/3D_PrintMaster_Simulator_Printer
1:30 Control woes
2:14 Building my first 3D printer
5:35 Completing first orders
7:21 Buying and repairing a 2nd hand 3D printer
8:20 Upgrading
8:58 Early repetitious grind
10:48 Creative mode
10:59 Bugs and problems
12:07 Positives and suggested improvements
15:16 Conclusion
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
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![Designing and assembling parts with screw threads & gears - 3D design for 3D printing pt6
To get the best out of 3D printing, it helps if you can design your own parts. In this tutorial series, we will learn to use a free 3D CAD program to do just that.
In this episode, we add new tools to Onshape by using FeatureScript. These are very powerful tools created by community members that extend Onshape’s capabilities. The FeatureScripts utilised in this tutorial allow us to easily create screw threads and spur gears to create a working mechanism. We also examine the extra clearance needed for 3D printing these features.
0:00 Introduction
3D design for 3D printing Onshape playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGqRUdq5ULsONnjEEPeBxxStEsobDKAtV
Direct link to create a free account: https://www.onshape.com/en/products/free
Source CAD for tutorials: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/b5475ccd1f83733e348c59b0/w/f0f78c61f2ac76b0b03c0692/e/2693d666ff5f1d3749f8b85d?renderMode=0&uiState=62fb0fbda209767dfe1e6bf0
0:45 What we are designing
Paste extruder video: https://youtu.be/E6TGv0fRg-w
1:22 Thread measurements
Digital calipers on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3Bu6yjN
Thread table: https://fullerfasteners.com/tech/basic-metric-thread-chart-m1-m100-2/
1:44 What is FeatureScript?
2:23 Finding, adding and updating FeatureScript tools
FeatureScript forum section: https://forum.onshape.com/categories/featurescript
Thread Creator FeatureScript forum post with URL: https://forum.onshape.com/discussion/4867/new-featurescript-thread-creator
Spur gear FeatureScript url: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/5742c8cde4b06c68b362d748/v/4da0f2535c03b307c2802424/e/01a666571e625f8b819fd75b
3:56 How to use Thread Creator
6:31 Adjusting clearance using the Rollback Bar and Move Face
8:14 How to use Spur gear
11:16 Modelling the fidget toy
12:54 Creating a working assembly
13:49 Fastened mate
15:00 Revolute mate
15:35 Gear relation
16:53 Printing and assembly of final object
Maker’s Muse video on gear testing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtRJ4lnNAXY
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![Making a cheap, open source 3D space mouse with Arduino and 3D printing *V2 out*
Please take my 3D printing survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLdZ1f56dygzCpS1spAEFAlMpM195eg-mkkUoCHunfhutQrA/viewform
At times this project was fun, and other times it was hell. Ultimately, by building on the fantastic work of others, we have an emulated Spacemouse that can be made for $20 of parts, thanks to Arduino and 3D printing. My version is a little bigger than I expected, so maybe a V2 is on the cards.
Thanks to Shiura and all of the other contributors to this great project.
My Spacemouse remix on Printables. V2 is out and much smaller: https://www.printables.com/model/864950-open-source-spacemouse-space-mushroom-remix
0:00 Introduction
0:55 What is a space mouse?
3DConnexion SpaceMouse: https://3dconnexion.com/au/spacemouse/
3DConnexion video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v CB0D-z47yE
1:39 Available DIY options
OS3M by Colton Baldridge: https://hackaday.io/project/187172-os3m-mouse
Orbium by FaqTotum: https://www.printables.com/model/132522-orbion-3d-space-mouse-diy
Space Mushroom by shiura: https://www.printables.com/model/353764-space-mushroom-full-6-dofs-space-mouse
2:46 My frustrating journey
Thingiverse comments: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5739462/comments
Instructables page: https://www.instructables.com/Space-Mushroom-Full-6-DOFs-Controller-for-CAD-Appl/
4 joystick remix by fdmakara: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5817728
UFO style remix by 3dtombud: https://www.printables.com/model/749446-space-mushroom-remix-ufo-style-knob-with-led-light
5:29 My final version
6:09 Required hardware
6:43 Printed parts
7:26 Core assembly
8:20 Wiring
Crimping guide video: https://youtu.be/GZOh1NzqzzU
9:39 Preparing a custom Arduino board to emulate a SpaceMouse
10:41 Arduino sketch uploading and debugging
13:23 Remaining assembly
15:28 Usage and evaluation
16:29 Conclusion
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![How to install X1Plus community firmware - Step by step guide
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X1Plus community firmware for the Bambu Lab X1 series is out! Here is a concise, to the point video taking your through prerequisites, installation, features, and updating.
Thanks to the X1Plus team for all of their efforts, as well as Bambu Lab for allowing their customers a choice.
0:00 Introduction
3D Printing Nerd stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNu_sEcyQk0
0:37 What is X1Plus?
Previous video: https://youtu.be/Oio2ibz7rMw
X1Plus GitHub: https://github.com/x1plus/x1plus
X1Plus wiki: https://github.com/X1Plus/X1Plus/wiki
1:38 Prerequisites
2:10 The Bambu Lab third party firmware plan
Document to agree to: https://bambulab.com/en-us/third-party-firmware/plan
Bambu Lab warranty: https://bambulab.com/en-us/policies/warranty
4:20 Downgrading to firmware R with Bambu Handy
5:18 Rooting the printer
5:52 Running the X1Plus installer
7:45 Brief X1Plus tour and user manual
User manual: https://github.com/X1Plus/X1Plus/wiki/User-Manual
9:21 Boot menu and update process
10:23 Conclusion
Bambu Lab blog: https://blog.bambulab.com/
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![A 3D printer that just works? - AnkerMake M5 Review
Another contender in a new generation of 3D printers, this time from electronics giant Anker. In this thorough and transparent review, we put the AnkerMake M5 through its paces, to determine if it only looks good, or whether it can back up its hyped marketing.
I actually did quite a few more prints beyond what was shown in this video. They were custom, boring brackets and adaptors that make up most of my 3D printing. They weren’t included to keep the video concise, and because they didn’t communicate anything more than the test prints that were showcased.
This machine was provided free of charge by AnkerMaker for the purposes of review. I heard rumours of AnkerMake asking other content creators to sign binding contracts before receiving the printer, but this was not requested of me. The only agreement was that the M5 would be tested in accordance with my own review policy. All opinions expressed are my own.
Purchase the AnkerMake M5:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/43bz3xT
AnkerMaker: https://ankermake.club/V81113kal
0:00 Introduction
My first impressions of the AnkerMake M5: https://youtu.be/7k5ahi8SPTc
Review policy: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/reviewpolicy.html
0:51 Specifications and price
Anker website: https://www.anker.com/
Anker wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anker_Innovations
eufy website: https://us.eufy.com/
2:18 Unboxing and setup
5:44 First print
6:26 AnkerMake Slicer and other options
9:44 Test prints
Wham Bam pop-up enclosure: http://bit.ly/2Ttxdqv
Cam mechanism video: https://youtu.be/lm49nYb77HY
X3D marble PLA: https://x3d.com.au/products/marble-stone
Models used in this video:
3Dbenchy: https://www.3dbenchy.com/
Lattice Cube torture test by apfi: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1856832
Camera dolly by Shepp 3D: https://www.printables.com/model/74166-3d-printed-camera-dolly
Vase #4 by Extrutim: https://www.printables.com/model/288814-vase-4-vase-mode
Turbinator fan by djos_1475: https://www.printables.com/model/367441-the-turbinator-v30-my-entry-into-major-hardwares-f
Polar bear with seal (automata) by Amaochan: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4052802
Spring Clip by jouda: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1398570
Low poly Grogu by Brett Poultney: https://www.printables.com/model/470330-low-poly-grogu-baby-yoda-no-supports
Calibration cube: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1278865
14:53 AI error detection and filament runout
17:24 Summary of pros and cons
LMG Clips video on poor security: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ssMQtKAMyA
AnkerMake GitHub: https://github.com/ankermake
21:05 Conclusion
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![Master infill to take your 3D prints to the next level
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Infill is probably an aspect of 3D printing we rarely consider beyond setting the density. In this video, we take a deep dive into infill, looking at what parameters best suit a range of situations. Whether you are trying to create strong prints, fast prints, or prints that use minimal filament, this guide has you covered. We also explore some more experimental options to drastically alter the appearance of our models.
STL patterns from this video on Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/549584-patterns-to-import-as-modifiers
0:00 Introduction
PEO patterned bed on Aliexpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCTHuU1
0:47 What is infill?
Low poly fox: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:937740
2:19 Slicer resources
OrcaSlicer: https://github.com/SoftFever/OrcaSlicer
PrusaSlicer infill reference: https://help.prusa3d.com/article/infill-patterns_177130
Bambu Lab infill reference: https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/software/bambu-studio/fill-patterns
Cura infill reference: https://support.ultimaker.com/s/article/1667411002588
3:02 Saving filament
5:08 Saving time
6:43 Efficient strength
9:04 Instant aesthetics
10:01 New surface finishes with infill tricks
14:14 Artistic masterpieces/abominations with no walls
17:01 Conclusion
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![Open source filament pelletizer | Naomi Wu needs our help
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I am passionate about finding ways to recycle waste prints and filament, so I needed a filament pelletizer. None of those already published quite met my requirements, so I designed my own from scratch.
This video also aims to help Naomi Wu, a maker with the utmost integrity, who has put the community first repeatedly. Her actions have drawn negative attention from her government, and she effectively cannot post on social media anymore.If you need a threaded insert heat press, support Naomi by purchasing this one from her store:
https://cybernightmarket.com/products/heat-set-insert-press
This product was sent to me free of charge by Naomi for the purpose of testing, BEFORE I learned of her current situation. I was happy to pay for one, but she is very generous. It has been tested in accordance with my review policy and all opinions expressed are my own: https://teachingtechyt.github.io/reviewpolicy.html
0:00 Introduction
0:36 Naomi Wu is an asset to the maker community
Naomi Wu’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Naomi-Wu/
3:00 Naomi Wu’s current situation
Naomi Wu video by Rebecca Watson: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei7OQDVOYDY
3:39 Naomi’s Cybernightmarket store
https://cybernightmarket.com/
4:18 Why you might want a filament pelletizer
5:18 Exploring existing pelletizer designs
Filament pelletizer by BusterBeagle3D: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3432202
3D Filament Pelletizer Powered by Drill by wahada: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:288465
UnStruder - Filament Pelletizer by all_scan_everything: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3524799
6:51 Designing my own pelletizer
My filament pelletizer on Printables: https://www.printables.com/model/672486-self-feeding-open-source-filament-pelletizer
8:07 Unboxing and assembly of heat press machine
8:45 Use of machine to melt in inserts
Naomi Wu heat press video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RqWnXI1ZOo
11:25 Assembly
Pelletizer assembly video: https://youtu.be/ythBhR1sLiQ
11:39 Convenient iteration thanks to threaded inserts
12:35 Finished pelletizer
13:03 Conclusion
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![The 3D printers the community actually want: Your say in 2024
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Recently, I put out a community post inviting the 3D printing community to have their say on the state of 3D printing. This was a follow up to an influential survey from three years ago. In this video, we examine what the community likes and dislikes, their priorities, and propose a new 3D printer that aims to meet their needs.
Thanks to everyone who took the time to respond!
0:00 Introduction
Previous survey video: https://youtu.be/4dYStVwTfFE
0:51 The impact of the first survey video
2:06 The new survey and format
2:36 Section 1: General snapshot
4:57 Section 2: Consumer Interests
Non-planar printing video: https://youtu.be/cbhWni9f980
My belt bed converted delta: https://youtu.be/hgTfSCgL0L0
12:35 Section 3: Other stuff
14:10 The craziest/funniest ideas
15:00 Summary of survey response
15:37 A proposed 3D printer I think would be popular
16:21 Conclusion
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