3D Printing
A DIY 3D Printer Powered by USB-C, Built for Less Than 2M VND
I challenged myself to build a 3D printer that runs on a laptop charger. Here’s the start of that journey.
3D Printing
Everything about my 3D printing journey - from toys for my kids to practical household solutions. Building RepRap printers, learning new techniques, and figuring out when plastic is the right answer (and when it's not).
How I Build
ABS, PLA, PETG: My Journey Through FDM Materials (And What Each One Taught Me)
My honest experience with ABS, PLA, and PETG filaments - from costly failures to finding the perfect material for each job. Learn which FDM materials work best for different projects and budgets.
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What I Learned About Heated Beds (The Other Half of FDM Temperature Control)
After a melted power cable and a dozen surface experiments, I found what actually works for a 3D printer heated bed.
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Designing My Own Hotend Mount (Because Nothing Fit Right)
How I ended up designing my own hotend mount - to fix airflow, sensor support, and cable chaos in my HEVO-style 3D printer.
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Things I’ve 3D Printed (Part #2: With a Bit of Wiring)
Some of the coolest prints don’t just sit still. Here are a few things I’ve made that light up, spin, or run on a bit of wiring and a lot of curiosity.
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Things I’ve 3D Printed (Part #1: Decorations & Toys)
A fun shift from technical posts — here are some of my favorite decorative and toy prints, and the stories behind why I made them.
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The 3 Most Popular FDM Printer Types
A breakdown of the 3 most popular FDM printer types - Cartesian, CoreXY, and Delta - with pros, cons, and practical advice.
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What Makes a 3D Printer (FDM Basics & Core Components)
A beginner-friendly breakdown of FDM 3D printing and the essential components behind every printer build.
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So You Want a 3D Printer?
After years of getting the same question — “Should I get a 3D printer?” — I finally wrote my full answer. A guide for curious builders and cautious buyers alike.
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How I Got Into 3D Printing (and Why I Kept Going)
A GPU bracket project led me to 3D printing. I didn’t plan to go deep - but open hardware, RepRap, and a “good luck” DIY kit changed everything.