Teaching Tech | I got scammed buying 3D printer parts! My tale and how you can stay safe. @TeachingTech | Uploaded 2 years ago | Updated 2 days ago
I was trying to fix a broken 3D printer and had to order an obscure part. I used a website I’ve never heard of and paid the price. In this video, I tell my story and give tips for spotting dodgy websites so you can avoid having your time and money wasted.
0:00 Introduction
0:34 Backstory and purchase
Ortur 4 review: youtu.be/XPalkntFFxs
The item in question: au.grandado.com/products/anet-12864-lcd-smart-display-screen-controller-module-with-cable-for-ramps-1-4-mega-pololu-shield-reprap-3d-printer-accessory
2:20 The scam
4:39 Inspection websites for clues
5:52 Checking review websites
Productreview dot com dot au: https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/grandadocom
Trust Pilot: au.trustpilot.com/review/grandado.com
8:05 Tips to avoid other scammer tactics
9:07 Resolution of my case
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I was trying to fix a broken 3D printer and had to order an obscure part. I used a website I’ve never heard of and paid the price. In this video, I tell my story and give tips for spotting dodgy websites so you can avoid having your time and money wasted.
0:00 Introduction
0:34 Backstory and purchase
Ortur 4 review: youtu.be/XPalkntFFxs
The item in question: au.grandado.com/products/anet-12864-lcd-smart-display-screen-controller-module-with-cable-for-ramps-1-4-mega-pololu-shield-reprap-3d-printer-accessory
2:20 The scam
4:39 Inspection websites for clues
5:52 Checking review websites
Productreview dot com dot au: https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/grandadocom
Trust Pilot: au.trustpilot.com/review/grandado.com
8:05 Tips to avoid other scammer tactics
9:07 Resolution of my case
Buy quality and affordable filament from X3D. Buy 3, get 1 free and a free sample pack with every order: www.x3d.com.au
Get Quality Resins from 3D Printers Online. 5% off storewide for Teaching Tech subscribers [Code: tech5]
https://3dprintersonline.com.au/
Take a look around and if you like what you see, please subscribe.
Support me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/teachingtech