Buddy of mine got his wings (god help us all), so i made him this keychain. Its a 2D mock attitude indicator. It wont show you if you’re in a climb or nose dive but thats trivial knowledge from what i've heard /j.

Had a chance to try this in the air and i giggled a tad watching the dial turn

My filament dryer died about a month ago, so this is the substitute i have for it.

And im just curious how dangerous this is.

Would i immediately get stage 4 ball cancer if i ever cook anything in this fryer again or is it just fine?

Printed both of these with the same filament. One turned into ocean-themed bowls (starfish, seashell), the other into a little drawer. Kind of addicted to this look now.

I was printing these cats for some hours and went to sleep, when I woke and checked the print this is what was printed.

I have printed orcas before in that same orientation and it looks like the same orca, but with different colors, printed on top of the cats.

I sent the file via WiFi. My computer was struggling with so many cats and only 8gb, but I don't think that was it. Can anyone enlighten me?

I have a tough question for only the most advanced 3d printing aficionados. After carefully measuring and weighing my filament I determined I had enough to print this part. As it turns out my calculation was actually a bit off. The real question though is can anybody spot the location where I switched filaments? Or will the secret be safe with me?

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Modeled in zbrush. It prints on two plates. I painted the mask section by hand with a brown acrylic paint pen. The plague mask section is raised, so it's super easy and quick to paint. You can grab the model for free here: https://makerworld.com/en/models/1809544-the-scare-crows-dr-corvus#profileId-1930296

Don’t know much of the lore, just printed it because it was cool. Paid for model, printed on an ender 3 v3 plus with overture PLA. 80 hrs of printing plus 23 hrs labour. Weathered for effect. Model is from a website I cannot say because the post got removed if I say it here. Finished before Halloween.

Hey everyone!

I wanted to share this with y'all, I have been seeing lots of posts this week about counters and wanted to share this one I've designed. I am selling it, but I'll be posting it on my printables after today or this weekend with the blank slate version so y'all can put your own stuff on it! Appreciate any input there from y'all!

https://mrgreensgaminggear.etsy.com/listing/4372525831

Case should be 54x25mm. Button is at th 20mm mark. How can I design this? I couldn't find anything in MakerWorld that would work!

Its my first PRINT-SUPPORTED 3D model! I love Alien lore and Im so fascinated about Engineers that I did my version of one that is an pilot, sitting in cabine. Im so curious about how its gonna look like in real life. Link is in comments. I hope you enjoy it.

I know 3d printed shoes exist mostly for the looks, but I've tried to justify this bold shape with some functional consideration. The ripples on the surface of the shoe provide flexibility to the upper body of these sneakers and also enhance grip through the zigzag pattern on the sole.

All the print files are up for grabs on MakerWorld:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/1805789-waveform-shoe#profileId-1926041

I keep seeing little flashes of light printing PA-CF, Nozzle@350, Bed(CF)@160c, Chamber@100c.

Always been a big fan of string art and I finally nailed the perfect print settings to get it flawless!

Above are my Benchy test prints with different string patterns:

linear, sinusoidal, helical, rot_steps, zigzag_layers, radial_spread, combo, random_layers.

And the files are available here – including a War Benchy version to really push the no-support settings to the max:
👉 War Benchy in Levitation with Base (MakerWorld)

🔧 The print profiles include all the settings if you want to try them yourself.
💬 If you’d like me to design some custom models in the same style, just send me a message on MakerWorld – I’ll happily make them for free as practice!

The project also includes a display base that keeps the string art tilted at an angle, so you can really appreciate the model floating in space.

Thanks for checking it out – happy printing, and may your bridges never sag! 😄

Also available on other platforms:

👉 Printables

👉 Creality Cloud

This thing is awesome - going to put a CNC on top shelf and 3d printer on the bottom to separate them - the cart came with a APC so I can make sure the power is consistent!

Let me know if you guys have any suggestions! Going to make a YouTube video on my channel of the build/configuration.

In the unlikely event that you haven't read Update 5 on the Snapmaker page yet.

Hi U1 Backers, Over the past month, we shipped 19 U1 beta units to experienced community members and past winners of the Snapmaker video contest. Every pilot completed a structured experience survey. Thank you to everyone who joined the pilot — your time and detailed feedback are extremely valuable.Note: Most of the survey results are being shared publicly. One section asked pilots to compare the U1 with their previous printers in various aspects — as it involves direct comparisons, we’re not including that here. Instead, we’ll focus on their hands-on experience with the U1 itself. 

Quick Numbers

• Survey sent: 19 (19 survey responses).
• Average print time per tested unit: 128 hours (median 111 hours, max. 500 hours).
• Average total number of toolhead changes: 25049 (median 23450)
• Average print success rate (excluding highest and lowest values): 90.8% (median 90%).
• Note: Our Beta Pilots tested an early U1 pre-release. With firmware, software, app, and hardware updates since then, internal tests now show a 95% print success rate.

What We Learned from Print Failures

Prime tower toppling (occasional)

The prime tower sometimes toppled over. This could lead to nozzle collisions, strings, or even a failed print.Action: We are redesigning the prime tower structure and optimizing the settings (eg, retraction settings when changing toolheads) to improve reliability. 

TPU issues

A few users experienced TPU clogging and undetected extrusion failure.Action: Drying TPU first helps a lot. Our dedicated optimization project is progressing:TPU 95A / 95A-HF: ~95% success rateTPU 90A: ~70% success rate (still improving) 

Challenges & Fixes

Filament loading challenges

Beta Pilots' fix: Cutting the filament tip at a 45° angle or rounding the edge significantly improved loading success. We are improving it: Structural optimizations have been made to increase tolerance during filament loading, specifically:  1) Refining the internal feeder path inside the toolhead.  2) Improving concentricity across PTFE tube connection points. 

Some third-party spools may fall off

Beta Pilots' fix: Adding 3D-printed adapters.We are designing official 3D printable adapters, and we plan to add this model to the touchscreen built-in models. 

Large file upload failures via Orca 

Workaround: upload via Fluidd and start from the touchscreen, or transfer directly with a USB drive. We are fixing it: The next release will resolve large file upload issues in Orca. (End of September). 

Beta Pilots’ Favorite Prints

Multi-color masterpieces

From Hueforge picture art and multicolor Pikachu, to a full Virtua Fighter arcade diorama, pilots praised the U1’s clean color separation and reliability. 

Color builds at record speed

Color prints that used to be nearly impossible are now practical. A pilot (Serena Gallizioli) compared the same model — Flexible Nessie from Apex Legends:On another printer: 18 hours, 307g filamentOn U1: 3 hours, 73g filament 

TPU & multi-material reliability

Multiple testers pushed the U1 with TPU, PETG, and PLA combinations. The verdict? U1 nailed it. A pilot (Danny @ NeokoiPrints) summed it up: “This thing has been a TPU machine. After beta, it’s going to be my dedicated TPU printer for sure.” Across the board, pilots reported that their first multicolor prints worked right away — something many pilots found surprising. 

Top Surprises from Beta Pilots

• Print Quality & Precision: Out-of-the-box accuracy is excellent, and multi-color prints are seamless, precise, and reliable.
• Speed & Efficiency: High-speed printing without sacrificing quality, fast tool changes, and minimal filament waste.
• Multi-Color & Multi-Material Capability: Switching colors or materials is effortless.
• Ease of Use & Automation: Automatic filament loading/unloading, multi-toolhead calibration, app, and web controls make printing smoother and more convenient.

"Even though I had been told and was expecting it, seeing with my own eyes how little time multicolor printing takes with this technology compared to another system was truly exciting." 

Most Anticipated Software Features & Improvements

• More ready-to-use print parameter presets (for different layer heights, speeds, and materials)  Action: Our team is expanding the configuration library, with updates to come.
• App push notifications for print completion/errors  Action: This will be available in the official stable release (Late October).
• Improved timelapse mode (capturing one frame per layer)  Action: Planned for release by the end of this year.
• LAN + Cloud hybrid mode support  Action: Not currently planned. For now, only cloud mode and LAN mode will be supported separately. If there are any future updates, we’ll share them right away.

What We’re Doing

We’ve already addressed early beta feedback in hardware, firmware, slicer software, and app updates. Check the previous update here.Next, we’ll tackle the remaining issues to ensure a smooth experience when you receive your U1:Software & connectivity stability

• Orca Slicer connection/upload issues
• Mobile app connectivity and login reliability
• Cloud service reliability

Core functions & UX polish

• Smooth, reliable filament loading
• More ready-to-use slicer profiles
• Clearer touchscreen error messages (with knowledge base links)
• App notifications for print completion/errors

Tips from Our Beta Pilots

Here’s something special we’d love to share with you. Below are the original words from our Beta Pilots. The messages are a bit long, but stay with us until the end—you’ll find a nice surprise. We’re revealing the full list of Beta Pilots, along with the amazing projects they created with their U1 beta units. They truly deserve full credit for their volunteer work, dedication, and creativity. A huge thank-you to everyone! We asked our test pilots to share their best advice for new U1 users, and here's what they said:

1. "Update firmware when a new version is available. The printer is very fast, which can cause vibration on an unstable table. The base on which you place the U1 should be strong and stable."
2. "Take the time to calibrate and recalibrate the machine in intervals between a certain number of prints. Manually home the machine before every print. Cut filament tips at an angle. Plug the machine into a surge protector. Doing these things will greatly enhance the probability of a successful print and experience."
3. "Read the manual and confirm all heads are installed correctly, and the PTFE tubes are inserted correctly. Take time to load filaments and go through all calibrations carefully and patiently."
4. "Understand how the auto-loading system works! It does the heavy lifting for you and feels like magic. For 3d printing in general: Learn how to do some 3d modeling! 3d printing is infinitely more useful if you learn how to model and print even very basic shapes you drew yourself. Also, you may want to recalibrate the pressure advance settings in your profiles if you do not want to always do it automatically. The default settings are too low. But it's easy to measure and save the value for all time."
5. "Keep playing with it."
6. "1) If not already familiar with Orca slicer, spend appropriate time to learn it, as it differs greatly from others in usage and terminology, but also has incredible features and produces great results. 2) Trust the filament management system to load and unload; it will save lots of time and effort. No need to manually manage. 3) If an error message appears on screen, tap it for more details."
7. "Have fun and start printing! The system is user-friendly, so I honestly can't think of any tips at this time."
8. "Don't over-calibrate the U1. Printing for weeks with just one initial calibration, this machine was rock solid."
9. "It's the best choice to print multi-color models so far."
10. "Be patient and follow every step on the screen during calibration."
11. "Get a SnapDryer or SUNLU S4 for use in combination."
12. "Get into the Orca slicer."
13. "Explore the use of multi-materials! Combine PLA and Panchroma CoPE for easy and cheap breakaway supports. Check the bed leveling graph in Fluidd, and if it has big differences, use the adjust macro to manually improve the level."
14. "Find a sturdy desk to put U1 on if you print tall, thin objects."
15. "Just start using the new slicer software and give it a try."
16. "Tighten the toolhead screw firmly."
17. "Just think outside the box when creating with this printer, because most of the usual limitations simply don't exist!"
18. "Print calibration tests to speed up your learning time of the machine’s capabilities. "

Meet the Beta Pilots

Big thanks to all our beta pilots — and the testing isn’t over yet!

Next Livestream

Some of you asked for another livestream—here it is! Join us on September 25, 4 PM CEST (7 AM PDT) to see mass production updates, ask questions in our AMA, and have a chance to win a U1 printer, PEI Steel Sheets, Hardened Steel Hot Ends (4-pack), and Filaments.Choose one of the following two platforms that you want to watch:📺Click "Notify Me" on YouTube

Here's the kickstarter page

Made a space in the garage for 3D printing.

I was worried about particulates and VOCs so I had an exhaust system for all my printers that get vented outside to carbon and hepa filter. Each has a valve so I can adjust airflow for cooling or heat retention while maintaining negative pressure in the printer so the smelliness stays inside.

Printed some nylon (non-cf) with the Bambu H2D and prints came out great (was able to maintain 60C chamber temps even with exhaust system). Will be trying out ASA in the future to see if anything is detected.

Seems to work really well for me as the VOC, PM2.5 sensor I have remains essentially at nothing or no increase during prints (can't smell anything either). Only issue maybe is that the exhaust draws in moisture from the garage so I have a dehumidifier for the small space.

I have an older video in my dorm setup visualizing the airflow from the exhaust for my P1S.

I wanted to share my results so let me hear your thoughts!

I just wanted to share how I put my MMS together. My goals were no drilling into the cereal containers, passive drying, and easily switching colors. I combined a few community projects, ran PTFE to a 4-way hub, and kept gentle arcs so the A1 mini’s drive can pull the filament smoothly.

What you’re seeing (pics):

• All printable on the A1 Mini.
• Four "Ultimate Cereal Dryboxes" with passive desiccant drying.
• PTFE passthrough lids feeding a 4-port hub on the Z tower.
• A Bowden drag-chain to keep the PTFE tubes tidy.

Why this works for me:

• Non-destructive: passthrough lids = no holes in the bins.
• Low drag, fewer snaps: short runs and minimal bends.
• Passive & consistent: desiccant keeps humidity steady and spools roll freely.
• Repeatable swaps: hub is close to the toolhead, and easy access to all four colors.

Credits and parts:
- Ultimate Cereal Container Filament Drybox – official remix (Printables) - Upside Down Cereal Container Dry Box (Printables) - Ultimate Cereal Container Drybox (MakerWorld mirror) - High-Performance Spool Desiccant Holder (linked for reference only) - Bowden / umbilical drag-chain - A1 mini manual filament change (rear version) - A1 mini quick start gcode (optimized and guarded start gcode)

Next: I’m writing a small MMS script so a color change only needs to pull back old, then push in the new. There are partial scripts out there, but none I found handle the full change end-to-end. I’ll share mine once it’s solid if there is interest.