I can't stress enough to beginners: Spend a bit more money to buy a printer with all of the "upgrades" that you're going to add anyway to a "starter" printer. My first two printers needed a LOT of upgrades, and considering the time and expense, I'd have been better off spending another $100 for each of those printers to get the upgraded versions with bed leveling sensors, filament sensors, direct drive extruders... secondary, but might be important to many, get a printer with a decent hot end assembly (this means a heatbreak enabling hotter temperatures). V-rails or rods? Dual z-axis or single? Decide these things BEFORE you choose a base printer; for example, upgrading to a dual-Z from a single-Z is not a straightforward upgrade (wasn't on my Ender 3 Pro, binding like crazy). Lastly, Klipper or Marlin? Regardless of what side you land on that one, I'd say it's easier - and safer - to start with Marlin. Klipper adds a layer of complexity that demands experience when dealing with issues. Get that experience first, then dip your feet into the world of Klipper.

@adamcallaway3762

Жыл бұрын

For those that just want prints yeah BUT for tinkers the upgrading process can be half the fun, I loved starting with the base model ender3 because I got to do the upgrading myself which taught me more about the printer and process plus for me was fun. When I first brought a printer I also didn’t know if I’d enjoy the hobby so the upfront saving was appealing

@nassahexxofficial

6 ай бұрын

If you don't mind me asking in your opinion what's a good price for a beginner to buy a printer. Like what would it cost on average?

@wtflolomg

6 ай бұрын

@@nassahexxofficial You can find 'refurb' Creality Ender 3 S1 3D printers for around $200. Excellent 200mm class printer. There are quite a few decent printers below $300 with lots of good features

@JustFilmAlready

6 ай бұрын

@@nassahexxofficialif your just starting out I wouldn’t go over 300 tbh learn it and if you like it I would upgrade I can’t wait to save for an industrial and resin printer they’re costly but the cheaper ones still work fine just need a little more fine tuning to get a decent print but it’s definitely worth it for new people cuz it helps with learning imo Edit: if you can find a reasonable used one I’d go for it depending on what it is I wouldn’t pay too much for it though

@roughstrings7461

5 ай бұрын

Anybody have a suggestion which printer to go with? New to all this, and Im not super computer savvy. I like tinkering with things but not really of things if this sort. Mostly would like something to learn on, but not wanting to do upgrades immediately.

"I know this has been a long video" made me laugh. Some videos on KZread are hours long. This was the perfect length making sure to hit on the important info. My first 3d printer is in the mail and I cant wait. Thank you for the info, tips and tricks!

@sreihart

3 ай бұрын

I thought the same thing! Such a great vid!

Probably the most comprehensive and best video I've watched so far, for somebody who has not yet ordered anything other than a printer.

Great video. Thanks. When a video is presented as well as this, you dont even notice it has been going for 30mins. Great info for a newcomer and brilliantly presented. Well done.

This was an amazing, no fluff, guide. Just what I need. Thanks!

This video was PERFECT! Thank you so much!

This was the best tutorial. Thank you.

Thank you so much for the run down!

Goodness, I can't thank you enough for this video! I've been watching so many videos and had an idea of most of the things mention. But, you went into the detail and reasons that I wanted and needed. BTW, I'm a 70 yo woman and beyond anxious to get my first printer. But, I want to be educated thoroughly so I can jump right in when the printer arrives and I'll be off and running. I have SO many things that I want to design and print, including repairs. I'm learning Onshape and having a blast learning it, although I did have a good bit of experience with Sketch-Up a number of years ago, so it makes a lot of sense. I've already created a bunch of parts for my bird feeder that finally succumbed to the last bear attack, so I now have replacement parts ready to print to repair it. This is going to be so very exciting! So, thank you again. You've earned another subscriber!

Awesome Tutorial many thanks for posting 😊

Thx, this video helps a lot in my research. I don't wanna do anything manually. No turning knobs, tightening belts or tweaking such and such. Full automation. Hopefully that printer is out there.

Thanks bro very informative much appreciated

Excellent video so well done, thank you!

Wow man, what an awesome video, great for a newbie like me. Thanks for taking the time to create and share!

Thank you for such a helpful and informative video

Great video for me to understand the basics

Subscribed! I just got one...and am geared to learn first and then do...this vid helped, thanks

Oh wow, had no idea this literally came out today! Thank so much for this video - I've had my first 3D printer for about a month now, and I've had a couple of successful prints, but I'm still learning what settings can remedy the errors I sometimes (okay maybe more than sometimes) run into, and this was so so helpful! I particularly found your explanation of layer height useful :) Thank you again!

@The3DPrintingZone

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you found it helpful. There so much to it so hopefully it goes well for you :)

@The3DPrintingZone

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you found it helpful. There so much to it so hopefully it goes well for you :)

@amndk34

Жыл бұрын

@JGPinDaHouse Which printer did you opt to get?

@JGPInDaHouse

Жыл бұрын

@@amndk34 I went for the Ender 3 Neo

@johnhorchler667

8 ай бұрын

​@The3DPrintingZone Hey mills I just started watching my brother has a small one a starter I was looking I think some where in March of 2023 but any ways Squirrel 🤔 Oh do you sand 3d to smoth it and if so what sand paper do you us?

Great video. I'm debating on getting into this for some ideas for my small business. I subscribed and didn't even realize the time was going long because it was well explained info. Thanks

Great video! Learned a lot.

Very helpful.... Thanx a bunch buddy.

Very helpful information. I've considered one of these for awhile.

Very informative video. Was seriously thinking about getting into 3D printing and wanted to educate myself prior to making any purchase. This was very helpful. I now have a better idea of what to buy and what is involved.

Great video! Thanks. I stopped it often to take notes. Can't wait to set up my printer :)

I'm excited to begin the 3D printing .. I order the printer already and just trying to make sure I have the basic ideas before I even begin. So your video helps me a lot ! thank you a thousand times ✌🏼

Great video. Thank you

Nice beginners guide. I learned a lot. Will be considering the longer LK5 Pro

I want to mention here, this video is very helpful for me, because it helps me to be properly directed in my specific objective to design and cast up to 8 inch ABS housing for printed circuit board devices. Which models are the best to cast small 8×4×2 boxes?

I;ve been printing now for 5+ years, mostly design my own stuff, robotics mostly, but thought I would watch this video. Excellent info for the newer maker, maybe even the intermediate. What is really time consuming is building a printer, a.k.a the VORON. Wow. But the learning process is incredible. Cheers and awesome work on the video. I do watch you and have watched you, especially when I was learning.

@olowookeretemidayo3231

6 ай бұрын

Hi DavidMarko, how about having someone that do the model for your printing?

@DavidMarko-ot8kw

6 ай бұрын

@@olowookeretemidayo3231 Well, here is something that might interest you. I am thinking about opening up a 3D Print storefront here in Scottsdale, AZ. I would sell my models and looking for others that might be interested. 2 ways to do this. 1). The maker sends what he thinks will sell. Before sending I will see if there is an interest level. However that would require the maker to supply me with inventory so the maker would print, use filament, and send via mail of the physical product. 2). Send me the designed file, the stl or 3mf. I would then print it using my printers, my filament, and no need to mail. Easier. I would be paying fellow consigners based on what sells. The storefront, which I do not own, it's like an upscale farmers market. The provide display cases and labels. So a buyer grabs the label, brings to the front where that front desk person opens the display case, grabs the item, and processes the transaction. So, you and everyone gets an inventory of what is sold. Interested in that?

awesome video, thank you. been looking at all brands and I think I like this the best. Can you tell me the difference between the LGTLK4Pro and the LK4X?

Nice summary.

Great video, very informative. I want to print prototype electrical components. Some of these have to operate at 180 -200 celsius and have a UL94 V0 rating. Is there a preferred option of printer to produce these parts? I think I will need to use a PET material. Would you be able to comment on this? Many thanks.

I ordered a Longer LK5 Pro 3D based on this video. Found a screw bushing that fell out and was missing one of the bolts. Emailed support - no response after 24 hours. Went to hardware store to see if they had anything, but bolt is too small. Initiated return process. Will try a different model. Disappointing for my first 3D printer.

Hi your guide is very useful, yet i do have a question. Can you, like in air curing resin, use additives like metal or mica powders in this resin aswel?

Im getting started with 3d printer, its very helpful this video, but am i crazy to just go for a neptune 3max as a first printer ? I want to do some big projects 😅

Great video. Got a gist of 3D printing. Can you please suggest some of the groups where anyone can get help for troubleshooting including yours.

Thanks

Great video!!! It was very helpful. Can you recommend an affordable 3d printer for tpu filament? Also what brand?. Thanks in advance.

@The3DPrintingZone

8 ай бұрын

For TPU you'll want a direct drive printer. The Longer LK4X, for example is reasonably priced and very reliable. For a little bit more the AnkerMake M5C is a great deal too.

This is a very good overview of 3D printers in general. A couple of points for clarification are needed based on what was mentioned though: The Gantry controls the X and Z axis, not the “X and Y” axis. The longer printer you demonstrated with has a Type “B” USB connector and not a “Type A” connector. Beyond those items everything else was very well covered and should help any newbie understand most of what they need to know to make their first purchase. For a follow on video, you may want to consider discussing the types of printers on the market like Core XY, bed-slinger, or the types that have round vs square/rectangle beds and the types of bed materials, which is a major factor in the output of most all prints.

@harleysmith1857

6 ай бұрын

Could you send me something to read on that Iwant to k ow the details please even though I do t k ow what it means yet I would be so greatful

@JustFilmAlready

6 ай бұрын

Check out frankly builds bro he’s good at letting you know what each printers do as he literally has a bunch of different ones. His builds come out beautifully and he’s who I watched when I first started. Make sure you always check out the reviews so you’ll kinda have an idea of what problems to expect so that when it inevitably happens you can quickly catch it

Question: I want to buy a Longer LK5 Pro, but the ones I see online do not have the automatic leveling device seen in this video, is that aftermarket?

Well-Done; Perhaps placing guide-holes in the slices/laminations ; cutting them out of panels using a CNC machine ; & just bonding/gluing them together might be less effort/resources sometime.

you said if multiple fillements /colors are fed into the same hot end you cant change the tempatures.... can you edit the program at all so you can add in the command to change the temp?

thanks

Thank You For Your Video..My Husband Gave Me A 3D Printer For Christmas..I Had Knowledge About A 3D Printer...🎄🌠You Video Was Very Awesome

Excellent intro video 👍

Can you use the carbon fiber filament on this longer

Can we use someone's else code to print 3d model in my 3d printer.? Can same apply for cnc like taking someone else g code on my cnc machine to make same cuts?

I'm at the very start of researching 3D printing. One of my interests is taking a photo image and printing an action figure like print. Can you point me in the right direction on how to take a photo using what software to turn it into a 3D model to then send to the 3D printer. Any help you can give is appreciated

What would be a good filament to use for custom figures? Like accessories, head sculpts, hard outfit pieces, etc. Basically looking for durability.

I am getting into 3d printing for boardgame accesssories. What determines the color of filament I choose?

Does the longer LK5 pro have auto bed leveling?

As someone who want to get into the 3d printing businesses I have so much info into what printer I should start with thank to you guys, now my question is I would need a computer or laptop and I can't seem to find much on where to start I woul prefer a laptop but is even possible if so wich one or do I need a desktop computer?! Thank in advance 🙏🏽

Very informative video, but I wish someone would also include the type of computer you need to operate a 3D printer.

goovideo sir, u help me alot, thx

This is a good video

Thank you for the insights! We’ll put together and it makes me more confident setting up the Printrbot I snagged from Facebook… 🤞 maybe I’ll print my first thing today

what software do u use for 3d print model?

I’m trying to get into 3d printers because I make Bluetooth speakers and the price of wood is outrageous, I’m looking at the ender 5 plus as my first printer, and I’ve seen articles taking about the extruder but could it still be beginner friendly?

I have invented a small tool which requires a simple handle. What is the most economical way to do this please? The best printer for turning out handles? And the best filament to use for making a tool handle?

Perhaps you could help me with something I would like to buy a 3- D printer but I live very close to a train track which shakes the building Would I be better off farming out the job.

We know that Cura is already on the J1.. but limited..as we already printed every sample object snapmaker offers. For some reason we can't get the right ( white ) PLA and Left Orange PLA to work ..swap for 2 color obects..

I want to get started in printing as a hobby and also business. This was a good way to start. Thank you.

@The3DPrintingZone

8 ай бұрын

Best of luck!

@josephmeadows8715

8 ай бұрын

@@The3DPrintingZone Is there a specific laptop you would recommend to use for the programs???

What do you consider the ideal modeling software if you wanted to design and print motorcycle fairings and custom plastic parts for large-scale model kits (think 1/6th scale RC model crafts). I have a list from what I've researched, but I would like a professional's input. Oh, also, the goal is to get into carbon fiber materials. Either printing the models, and laying the CF, or printing CF directly. Not sure if the software would affect this or not.

I need help finding a slicer or program which is easy to learn with my 9 and 10 year old.. We started with Tinkercad..but for some reason we make something and then can't transfer G code to our snapmaker J1.. Prusa keeps loading and then that soft ware keeps saying can't export G code too or it doesn't work with our apple laptop which is updated to the latest software.

Sorry went you say at the end about turning the model around to print the object with little or no supports, the model you have is Mario, I’m just wondering could you print it lying on its back so you don’t need any supports

I want to get one for my 7 year old who crafts alot, under my supervision. Plus I want one.. so you think that's good? I got him into STEM and think this would be awesome

I'm a complete noob to 3D printing. I won a Flashforge Adventurer 5M this week and am trying to figure everything out. This video was extremely helpful!

@AmosAdedayo

Ай бұрын

He'll I also do modeling

inserting m5 tool stops for cool downs, checks, alarms. i inserted them in the g-code doing cnc during tool changes, an idea.

Thank you for your video on this topic. I'm considering investing on my first 3D printer but would prefer to start with a multi color 3D printer. After printing the first little test boat my first wish for printing an item would be a stormtrooper suit for my ten-year-old. Would love to know if you have made any reviews on multicolor 3D printers as of yet?

@PaulArslain

6 ай бұрын

I know the Bambu Lab printers tend to get very good reviews. They are worth checking out.

Can you modify stl files? Im just getting started and i have an stl file of a grave and tombstone and i want to change the name/date on the tombstone.

I understand Bambu's lower-res P1S or X1C are FDM printers (hot glue guns) that support PT, PLA, ABS and carbon fiber material.. but what kind of materials are used in the higher resolution SLS/SLA (resin+uv) printers? Aside from speed and the volume size of the print, how does the technology differ from industrial 3d printers (Stratasys Fortus 450mc, sPro 60, Essentium, Fusion3 F410)? Is it that those support even more exotic materials (Peak Victrix AM 200)? Or is it about the software (Orca Slicer , FlashCloud support, etc)?

what do you think of the new ender v3 se compared to this LONGER LK4 X for a first printer?

@The3DPrintingZone

8 ай бұрын

The SE looks like a pretty nice little printer. I have mixed emotions on the Creality brand due to both positive and negative experiences. My experience with Longer has been fantastic all around, however. That said, the $199 price tag on the SE is pretty tough to beat. Might be worth a try. I haven't used or seen that particular printer personally.

Can something be 3D printed from a just a photo image or drawing?

i have a question i wanna tart a 3d printing buissnes and i was wondering what the best material is for if anyone knows pls reply

Issues with overfilled thumb drive that causes transfer issues and halts the print, which can cause overextrusion is a specific spot.

Ah i wish i have a 3d printer for Christmas 🌲

i wanna jus make co2 pellet guns will it be smart to 3d print the barrel?

@The3DPrintingZone

8 ай бұрын

I think you can do that, yeah. You'll likely want to look into some of the harder materials like nylon, ABS and Carbon Fiber.

what is the two websites featured at 5:29 and 5:32?

it's professional video

I started 3D printing two years ago I went with the Ender 3 I have upgraded all my machines according to my printing needs and I liked that concept of taking a basic printer and making it what I need to get the job done if I had bought already together printers with all the upgrades I have added to my machines I would not have learned as much as I have with my printers the thing I love about 3D printing there are printers for just about everyone so I think cost is really irrelevant it's more about what your needs are and for me for the creality Ender 3 met my needs it has the biggest community it's the most popular printer out there and its parts are relatively cheap and easy to install but what I love about the hobby is there really is no bad choices as to what you want whether it's a bamboo Labs or the printers you were showcasing or Ender 3

@olowookeretemidayo3231

6 ай бұрын

Hey Donald 👋 How is your printing work going? We are a team of 3d artist and we create 3d model, objects, characters, miniatures, Halloween for printers, gamers, store owners providing the STL files. The offer includes 10% discount. Would you be interested?

@Herr.Mitternacht

5 ай бұрын

Did you know about punctuation? You can use . or , to separate sentences so you don't look like a 5 year old school boy. Try it out!

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Is it possible to tell if a nozzle is worn by measuring the diameter of extruded filament?

@The3DPrintingZone

Жыл бұрын

I’ve never tried that but it’s not a bad idea. You can buy replacement nozzles pretty cheap so if I have a suspicion that a nozzle is wearing I’ll just replace it. They’re about 25 cents each on Amazon unless your printer needs a proprietary kind.

We also live in Hawaii..so now we are experiencing Humidity issues with our filaments

Just ordered my first 3D printer, so this was a very helpful intro. Yes, it was 30 minutes long, but it’s also chock full of good beginner info (at least, it told me a lot of things I was wondering about). Looking forward to my first prints!

I would like to print a section of bionic arm which learns its action by AI. Like arm extension with five joints.

Great video, the reason I started watching 3D printing is because I saw a video of using strips of a recycle plastic bottle being use as filament. Is this technology close to the market? What is your take on using recycling material to create 3D items?

@The3DPrintingZone

3 ай бұрын

Great question. I haven't tried the bottle strip filament yet because it seems like there would be issues with inconsistency. The 3D printer nozzle requires a pretty precise measurement of filament to have consistent and error-free layers, but I know people have done the bottle filament successfully so I think it'd be worth a try at least!

This probably wasn't the best video to watch as an interested prenewbie to 3D printing. LOLOL 30 mins isn't long for a "teaching" video (I watch crocheting videos 3x as long, lol), it's ALL the info crammed into that 30 mins. My head was spinning and now I'm no longer interested in 3D printing, lolol. You did a superb job in explaining everything...for those somewhat familiar with the process, the techy stuff, and logistics, but for someone who knows absolute zero about this, it was overwhelming. For everything you explained, I would need a course in 3D Printing for Dummies, lolol. This was simply not "dummy" enough for me, lolol. I still gave the video a like though, I hope that helps ease the pain of this passive-aggressive comment from a prenewbie. 😉

Does anyone know the site that's specializes in cosplay 3D prints, he said it but I didn't get to see the name of the website.

HOW much price

what printer would you recommend i should start out with

@The3DPrintingZone

Жыл бұрын

The one in this video really is a good option. I trust the Longer brand. A lot of people like to use Creality ender 3-D printers. If you have enough money, I would definitely consider Bambu Lab‘s printers as well.

@koilvondailey8030

9 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more. I started with Creality, then an Elegoo, and then a Bambu. It was a long road to the Bambu, but well worth the price. Still have the Elegoo, gave the Creality to a really awesome friend who wanted a good starter. Love the channel. Keep it up!

@redhawkseye7099

8 ай бұрын

​@@The3DPrintingZoneI second bamboo lab, the p1p has been my 1st printer and both it and bamboo labs program have been extremely beginner friendly.

@shawnoandrew

8 ай бұрын

Ender 3 Pro

@Cletus9

8 ай бұрын

Neptune 4 pro

I want to learn more

Everything seems less scary now I’ve watched this video!

@The3DPrintingZone

8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

I'm having a hard time looking for tutorial on how to print a 3d design with multiple colors but with a single extrusion :S Help please!

Great video! Just what I needed. Been looking at 3D printer videos for a while, but did not really know of all those things with what a slicer really was, and some of the most common preferences were when printing etc. So much wiser now, thank you! Currently I were considering printers like the Prussian MK4 or Bambulab X1C. Never 3D printed anything before, but seen many videos about it. Even if less expensive printers could do it, I just want to get the best experience, and try to think ahead in regards to future need. Already heard of folks that started with something like the Prussian Mini, and quickly realized they wanted more. I hardly have the space for 1, but I definitely do not have space for 2, so need to get it right the first time. :D. So what would I wish to print. Well besides playing around, and printing PLA stuff, then I am also into Retro computers where different drive bay covers, buttons etc. could be interesting, but also into soldering, and could need to print housing for different small devices etc. Though with the apparent many 3D designs out there, I would probably begin to dream bigger.

@The3DPrintingZone

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like fun things to print. I’d strongly encourage you to at least start looking into learning some 3D modeling. It opens up a world of possibilities. If you can afford a Bambu Lab or Prusia, I agree that it’s a great way to go. I have the Prusia XL on order but it could be a while still. The MK4 looks amazing and any/all of the Bambu Lab printers are fantastic. I have two and I love them. The X1C is really cool but I imagine the P1P is sufficient for most folks. I run an AMS on both of mine and it’s really nice to have.

@amndk34

Жыл бұрын

@@The3DPrintingZone yeah 3D Modeling may be a point to play with as well. I definitely considered that as well. About Bambu Lab printers, there are also downsides I can see from other KZread reviews. AMS can be tricky sometimes, and not the whole bed is available unless fiddling a lot with settings. Also the machine waste a lot of filament, and using AMS to print multicolor stuff, the waste gets enormous. However, I guess many such issues could be fixed somewhat by FW updates from vendor side. All 3D printers have their quirks, only a matter of what the user can live with I guess. The Bambu Lab X1C does seem appealing in both capabilities, and build quality though. Closed source is not so much an issue for me, as long as it is well supported, though the proprietary nozzles is a point to consider also. Many considerations! I heard good things about Prusa printers, while those also has some quirks. 🙂

Done my bed level, done the square test print, go to slice my own STL file, go to print and no matter what settings i try, i just cant get the extruder to supply filament, so my print just ghost prints.

If something breaks does the 3d printer throw a code telling you what to fix

Stl is standard tesselation

What a good 3d printer for helmets

What are talking about to print a couple decent pc or car parts a month? 1000 down? 500?

What 3D printer should I buy

@redhawkseye7099

8 ай бұрын

Not sure if you've gotten one yet, but I have the longer printer as seen in the video here as well as a bamboo lab p1p and they've treated me extremely well. They've been both my first and second printer and being new to printing I found both the printer and programs they come with very easy to learn to work.

@fortniteplayer8388

8 ай бұрын

@@redhawkseye7099 Thanks