Whats up everybody. Just printing some random things today. Up first, an endoscope mount for my printer. it will allow me to put a camera right on the nozzle. I have one currently but it doesnt quite fit right… youll see what i mean
Also, If you would like to contribute to the “Hey, Solid needs more filament fund” the link is rightttttttttttttt here… https://www.streamlabs.com/Solidairplane71
Also also dont forget to subscribe.. Sometimes I do far less boring things!
now for the nerdy stuff if you are interested,
Ill leave links at the bottom with ever part/mod that I am currently using.
I am not sponsored in any way with creality, bigtreetech, or printermods.com.
I am using an Ender 3 Pro with several different mods. It has an skr mini e3 mainboard swap with a custom marlin firmware. I am not using auto bed leveling but I do have manual mesh leveling enabled in marlin. I have a hot end kit that allows me to print higher temperatures without melting the tubing inside the hotend. I have a creality glass bed that I have flipped over mostly for getting better adhesion with PETG. The biggest mod is the direct drive kit. It was super simple to install and has completely changed this beginner printer to a much more stable/easy to use printer.
Creality Ender 3 Pro Printer – https://www.creality3dofficial.com/products/creality-ender-3-pro-3d-printer
Creality Glass Build Plate – https://www.creality3dofficial.com/collections/6-for-ender-3-3-pro-5/products/creality-new-upgraded-heated-bed-build-plate-surface
SKR Mini E3 1.2 Mainboard – https://www.biqu.equipment/products/bigtreetech-skr-mini-e3-control-board-32-bit-integrated-tmc2209-uart-for-ender-4
LED Light for Printhead – https://printermods.com/collections/all-products/products/led-lighting-kit-for-3d-printers-hot-end-version
PTFE Hotend fix kit – https://printermods.com/collections/all-products/products/hot-end-ptfe-fix-kit-for-creality-geeetech-printers
Direct Drive conversion kit – https://printermods.com/collections/all-products/products/direct-drive-mod-for-creality-ender-3-cr-10
Heavy Duty bed leveling springs – https://printermods.com/collections/all-products/products/upgraded-die-cast-bed-leveling-spring-set-4pc-blue
Where to Buy Filament
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- PETG: Hatchbox
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best 3D printing filament for beginners?
PLA is the best starting filament — it prints easily at 190-220°C without an enclosure and produces good results. Once comfortable, PETG offers better strength and temperature resistance for functional parts.
How do I choose the right filament?
Consider the application: PLA for display models, PETG for functional parts, ABS/ASA for heat/sunlight exposure, TPU for flexible parts, and specialty filaments for engineering applications. Each has specific printer requirements.
What temperature should I print different filaments at?
PLA: 190-220°C nozzle / 50-60°C bed. PETG: 220-250°C / 70-80°C. ABS: 230-260°C / 100-110°C (enclosure needed). Nylon: 240-270°C / 70-90°C. Always check manufacturer recommendations for specific brands.
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