3D Printing Basics

Learn what a 3D printer nozzle does and how its size and material affect detail, flow and wear. Choose a suitable nozzle for décor, miniatures...

A skirt in 3D printing primes the nozzle and checks the starting line. Learn its settings, limits and differences from a brim, raft or startup...

Learn what a brim in 3D printing does, when it helps bed adhesion and how to adjust width and gap without leaving unwanted marks on...

What is a raft in 3D printing? Learn how a raft supports tricky bases, when a brim is enough, and why the bottom finish, material...

What is Z offset in 3D printing? See how nozzle height affects first-layer adhesion, spot a gap that is too high or low and adjust...

Learn what build volume means in 3D printing, how X, Y and Z limits affect part size, supports and orientation, and what to do when...