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Keen Maker
@keenmaker.bsky.social
· Dec 6
Why do prints fail mid-way?
• Check filament feed.
• Monitor spool tension.
• Watch out for overheating.
Mid-print fixes save hours of rework.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by barak.o on Prusa Research
• Check filament feed.
• Monitor spool tension.
• Watch out for overheating.
Mid-print fixes save hours of rework.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by barak.o on Prusa Research
A quick guide
September 5, 2025 at 9:29 AM
A quick guide
This is green 3D printing ♻️
Hummingbird enjoying my customized 3D printed fountain. I already have plans for a better version.
#birds
#birds
September 4, 2025 at 7:41 AM
This is green 3D printing ♻️
Reposted by Keen Maker
3D PRINT FASTER!: Use dissimilar materials for support INTERFACE layers only! #3DPrinting #3DPrinTips
July 14, 2025 at 10:52 PM
3D PRINT FASTER!: Use dissimilar materials for support INTERFACE layers only! #3DPrinting #3DPrinTips
Reposted by Keen Maker
#STEMThursday #NoireSTEMinist #STEMinist #STEM #STEAM #BlackSky #STEMSky #WomenSTEM #BlackSTEM #BlackWomenSTEM #Robot #Robotics
Building my open-source educational modular 3d printed robot! Lily♾Bot
youtu.be/moO17gJcWWw?...
Building my open-source educational modular 3d printed robot! Lily♾Bot
youtu.be/moO17gJcWWw?...
New LilyBot Assembly Video
YouTube video by Carlotta A. Berry, PhD
youtu.be
June 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
#STEMThursday #NoireSTEMinist #STEMinist #STEM #STEAM #BlackSky #STEMSky #WomenSTEM #BlackSTEM #BlackWomenSTEM #Robot #Robotics
Building my open-source educational modular 3d printed robot! Lily♾Bot
youtu.be/moO17gJcWWw?...
Building my open-source educational modular 3d printed robot! Lily♾Bot
youtu.be/moO17gJcWWw?...
Reposted by Keen Maker
#STEMWednesday #Robots #Robotics #NoireSTEMinist #TeacherSky #EduSky #BlackSky #STEMSky #WomenInSTEM #BlackSTEM
Do you want to know more about my low-cost open-source 3d printed modular robots?
Tomorrow I will teach K-12 teachers how to build and program them!
docs.google.com/presentation...
Do you want to know more about my low-cost open-source 3d printed modular robots?
Tomorrow I will teach K-12 teachers how to build and program them!
docs.google.com/presentation...
CSPD Week Lily∞Bot with Micro:Bit -2025
Lily∞Bot with Micro:Bit Robotics For The Streets Open-Source Robotics for learners of various levels Carlotta A. Berry, PhD Professor and Lawrence J. Giacoletto Endowed Chair In Electrical and Compute...
docs.google.com
June 18, 2025 at 2:26 PM
#STEMWednesday #Robots #Robotics #NoireSTEMinist #TeacherSky #EduSky #BlackSky #STEMSky #WomenInSTEM #BlackSTEM
Do you want to know more about my low-cost open-source 3d printed modular robots?
Tomorrow I will teach K-12 teachers how to build and program them!
docs.google.com/presentation...
Do you want to know more about my low-cost open-source 3d printed modular robots?
Tomorrow I will teach K-12 teachers how to build and program them!
docs.google.com/presentation...
Reposted by Keen Maker
Maintenance day at LayeredShape HQ.
#etsyseller #etsy #3dprinter #3dprinting #3dprint #smallbusiness #bambulab #elegoo #esun #bambulabA1
#etsyseller #etsy #3dprinter #3dprinting #3dprint #smallbusiness #bambulab #elegoo #esun #bambulabA1
June 12, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Maintenance day at LayeredShape HQ.
#etsyseller #etsy #3dprinter #3dprinting #3dprint #smallbusiness #bambulab #elegoo #esun #bambulabA1
#etsyseller #etsy #3dprinter #3dprinting #3dprint #smallbusiness #bambulab #elegoo #esun #bambulabA1
Almost came out perfect. The model messed up the boarder a little.
June 2, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Print solutions. Make things. Enjoy life.
May 29, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Print solutions. Make things. Enjoy life.
Reposted by Keen Maker
May 22, 2025 at 10:44 AM
3D printing made simple:
May 15, 2025 at 10:01 PM
3D printing made simple:
7 filaments that bring 3D printing to life:
May 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
7 filaments that bring 3D printing to life:
How we help beginners kickstart their 3D printing journey with confidence:
May 8, 2025 at 1:04 PM
How we help beginners kickstart their 3D printing journey with confidence:
Reposted by Keen Maker
If you have a Bambu Lab A1 or A1 mini 3D printer you may like to know that if you add the following to your gcode:
M400 U1
This will allow you to do manual colour changes within a print.
This is my first attempt at trying it.
M400 U1
This will allow you to do manual colour changes within a print.
This is my first attempt at trying it.
May 1, 2025 at 7:46 AM
If you have a Bambu Lab A1 or A1 mini 3D printer you may like to know that if you add the following to your gcode:
M400 U1
This will allow you to do manual colour changes within a print.
This is my first attempt at trying it.
M400 U1
This will allow you to do manual colour changes within a print.
This is my first attempt at trying it.
Breaking down 3D printing choices:
Start with the end in mind:
• What material do you need?
• What properties matter most?
• What's your production volume?
• What's your budget range?
Then choose your technology. Never the other way around.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
Start with the end in mind:
• What material do you need?
• What properties matter most?
• What's your production volume?
• What's your budget range?
Then choose your technology. Never the other way around.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
April 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Breaking down 3D printing choices:
Start with the end in mind:
• What material do you need?
• What properties matter most?
• What's your production volume?
• What's your budget range?
Then choose your technology. Never the other way around.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
Start with the end in mind:
• What material do you need?
• What properties matter most?
• What's your production volume?
• What's your budget range?
Then choose your technology. Never the other way around.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
Maker Dad 💛
Rigged up a thing so my kid can change the color of her bedroom using her marker set!
April 6, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Maker Dad 💛
3D printing myths we hear daily:
"It's too expensive"
"It's only for prototypes"
"It's not strong enough"
Reality: With 7 different technologies, there's a solution for every need.
You just need to know which to use when.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
"It's too expensive"
"It's only for prototypes"
"It's not strong enough"
Reality: With 7 different technologies, there's a solution for every need.
You just need to know which to use when.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
April 2, 2025 at 1:03 PM
3D printing myths we hear daily:
"It's too expensive"
"It's only for prototypes"
"It's not strong enough"
Reality: With 7 different technologies, there's a solution for every need.
You just need to know which to use when.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
"It's too expensive"
"It's only for prototypes"
"It's not strong enough"
Reality: With 7 different technologies, there's a solution for every need.
You just need to know which to use when.
#3dprinter #maker #MakerCommunity #3D #CAD
3D printing troubleshooting tip👇
Avoid warping like a pro:
• Use an enclosure for ABS and Nylon.
• Stick to a heated bed for proper adhesion.
• Avoid cooling fans until layers are stable.
Warping is beatable.
#3dprinting #3dprint
Image source: Reddit
• Use an enclosure for ABS and Nylon.
• Stick to a heated bed for proper adhesion.
• Avoid cooling fans until layers are stable.
Warping is beatable.
#3dprinting #3dprint
Image source: Reddit
March 27, 2025 at 2:19 PM
3D printing troubleshooting tip👇
The secret to successful 3D printing:
Match the technology to the application.
• FDM for quick prototypes
• SLA for perfect details
• SLS for functional parts
• LPBF for metal production
Don't force a technology. Let the end use guide your choice.
#3dprinting #making #maker
Match the technology to the application.
• FDM for quick prototypes
• SLA for perfect details
• SLS for functional parts
• LPBF for metal production
Don't force a technology. Let the end use guide your choice.
#3dprinting #making #maker
March 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The secret to successful 3D printing:
Match the technology to the application.
• FDM for quick prototypes
• SLA for perfect details
• SLS for functional parts
• LPBF for metal production
Don't force a technology. Let the end use guide your choice.
#3dprinting #making #maker
Match the technology to the application.
• FDM for quick prototypes
• SLA for perfect details
• SLS for functional parts
• LPBF for metal production
Don't force a technology. Let the end use guide your choice.
#3dprinting #making #maker
Most think 3D printing is just plastic strings from a hot nozzle.
Reality: It's 7 distinct technologies using:
• Light curing resin
• Lasers melting metal
• Inkjets binding powder
Each serves different needs, industries, and goals.
Know your options. Choose wisely.
#maker
Photos from Reddit
Reality: It's 7 distinct technologies using:
• Light curing resin
• Lasers melting metal
• Inkjets binding powder
Each serves different needs, industries, and goals.
Know your options. Choose wisely.
#maker
Photos from Reddit
March 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Most think 3D printing is just plastic strings from a hot nozzle.
Reality: It's 7 distinct technologies using:
• Light curing resin
• Lasers melting metal
• Inkjets binding powder
Each serves different needs, industries, and goals.
Know your options. Choose wisely.
#maker
Photos from Reddit
Reality: It's 7 distinct technologies using:
• Light curing resin
• Lasers melting metal
• Inkjets binding powder
Each serves different needs, industries, and goals.
Know your options. Choose wisely.
#maker
Photos from Reddit
TLDR: bsky.app/profile/keen...
How to Store and Dry Your 3D Filament: Full Guide
https://syntaxglow.com/2025/02/01/how-to-store-and-dry-your-3d-filament-a-complete-guide/
https://syntaxglow.com/2025/02/01/how-to-store-and-dry-your-3d-filament-a-complete-guide/
February 5, 2025 at 9:56 AM
TLDR: bsky.app/profile/keen...
Smart painters know:
- Moving air is your enemy.
- Clean space is your friend.
- Patience is your tool.
- Process is your guide.
Master these four truths for perfect 3D print finishes.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by AlexNZ on Thingiverse
- Moving air is your enemy.
- Clean space is your friend.
- Patience is your tool.
- Process is your guide.
Master these four truths for perfect 3D print finishes.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by AlexNZ on Thingiverse
February 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Smart painters know:
- Moving air is your enemy.
- Clean space is your friend.
- Patience is your tool.
- Process is your guide.
Master these four truths for perfect 3D print finishes.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by AlexNZ on Thingiverse
- Moving air is your enemy.
- Clean space is your friend.
- Patience is your tool.
- Process is your guide.
Master these four truths for perfect 3D print finishes.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
Photo by AlexNZ on Thingiverse
Confirmed!
Devon got a tour of of the Johnson Space Center on his business trip and confirmed that the lunar landing was legit, in case you were wondering. Yes, that's a retail 3D printer behind him. #NASA
January 31, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Confirmed!
Key to professional 3D print finishing:
- Document your process.
- Test your methods.
- Learn from mistakes.
- Refine your technique.
Each print teaches you something new.
Write it down.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
- Document your process.
- Test your methods.
- Learn from mistakes.
- Refine your technique.
Each print teaches you something new.
Write it down.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
January 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Key to professional 3D print finishing:
- Document your process.
- Test your methods.
- Learn from mistakes.
- Refine your technique.
Each print teaches you something new.
Write it down.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint
- Document your process.
- Test your methods.
- Learn from mistakes.
- Refine your technique.
Each print teaches you something new.
Write it down.
#3dprinting #3dprinter #3dprint