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Our practical advice, backed by real world experience. From first prints to advanced materials, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Silk PLA: What It Is and How to Print It
Silk PLA creates some of the most visually impressive finishes possible in FDM 3D printing, producing glossy, metallic looking surfaces straight off the printer with no post processing required. Th...
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What is PLA+? Is It Worth the Extra Cost?
PLA+ builds on standard PLA by improving toughness, impact resistance, and layer adhesion whilst maintaining the easy printability that makes PLA so popular. This guide explains how PLA+ differs fr...
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Choosing Your First 3D Printer
New to 3D printing? This beginner friendly guide covers everything you need to get started in Australia, from choosing your first printer and filament to understanding the basics of printing, stora...
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Choosing Your First 3D Printer
Choosing a 3D printer in 2025 can feel overwhelming, with everything from budget bedslingers to high speed CoreXY machines competing for attention. This guide breaks down the key printer architectu...
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Understanding Layer Height and Print Speed
Layer height and print speed control the balance between detail, strength, and efficiency in FDM 3D printing. This guide explains how nozzle size affects usable layer heights, why lower layers dram...
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High Speed Printing with Input Shaping
Learn how Klipper input shaping eliminates ringing and unlocks high speed 3D printing. This guide explains resonance, ADXL345 calibration, and how to achieve faster prints without sacrificing surfa...
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Getting Started with 3D Printing in Australia
New to 3D printing? This beginner friendly guide covers everything you need to get started in Australia, from choosing your first printer and filament to understanding the basics of printing, stora...
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How to Store Filament in Australia's Humidity
Filament moisture is one of the most common causes of poor 3D print quality, especially in Australia’s humid coastal climates. This guide explains how moisture affects different filament types, why...
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Introducing Recycl3D: Recycle Your Empty Spools & Failed Prints for OzFDM Store Credit
Recycl3D is a new local recycling initiative from OzFDM and Global3D that allows makers to return empty filament spools and failed prints in exchange for OzFDM store credit. The program focuses on ...
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