3D Printers

Where should we put our 3D printer?

The placement of a 3D printer within different areas of a room can influence the consistency and quality of 3D prints.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I adjust nozzle offset to compensate for errors in auto calibration?

How to adjust the nozzle offset of your printer to compensate for an error in auto calibration.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I set the height of a manual nozzle?

If your auto calibration doesn't work, or the available Nozzle Offset isn't enough to fix it, try Manually Calibrating the Nozzle

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Help! The extruder isn't heating up. What should I do?

If your printer doesn't seem to be heating up when you click print, follow these instructions

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

What do I do if my printer says it's out of material?

Here is how to reset your printers on-board filament measurement.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I send my first print to a FlashForge? (Express version)

This article covers the bare basics on how to send prints from the Flashprint software.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Why isn't the text on a design being printed?

Learn about why some small text can't be physically 3D printed

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I fix the nuts falling off when the bed is levelling?

This will correct levelling, if the nuts gets to the end of the bolt, and falls off before touching the sensor.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I remove Hotend Assembly?

How to remove your entire Hotend Assembly

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How can I fix a blocked nozzle? (For advanced/experienced users only.)

Please only use this guide if it's been recommended to you by Makers Empire

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

What 3D printers do you recommend for Australian schools?

Guide - best 3D printers for K-8 schools Australia

Written by Lap
Updated over a week ago

What 3D printers do you recommend for American schools?

Guide - best 3D printers for K-8 schools USA

Written by Lap
Updated over a week ago

Calibrating the servo on your Inventor IIS

Please only follow these instructions when instructed to.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Replacing the levelling sensor on an Inventor IIS

These instructions show you the process of removing, and replacing the levelling sensor in an Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

What are the tech specs for the Flashforge Inventor IIs 3D printer?

Tech specs for the Flashforge Inventor IIs 3D printer

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How does the Inventor IIS work?

The process of 3D printing from Makers Empire

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I unbox and setup the Inventor IIs?

This article will walk you through the process of unboxing and setting up your Inventor IIS, ready for printing.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I connect my Inventor IIs to my wifi network?

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I print with the FlashForge Inventor IIs via ethernet?

Use ethernet / network cable instead of WiFi

Written by Jon Soong
Updated over a week ago

How do I install the FlashPrint software for the Inventor IIS and Guider IIS?

To control your Inventor IIS or Guider IIS, follow these instructions on how to install the software on your computer or laptop.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I load filament into the Inventor IIs 3D Printer?

This article will show you, step-by-step, how to load filament into the Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I remove filament from the Inventor IIS?

This article walks you through the process of removing filament, and storing it.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I send my first print to a FlashForge? (In-depth)

This article covers the in-depth settings for the Flashprint software.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I calibrate the extruder on the Flashforge Inventor IIS?

This adjusts the distance between the nozzle and the print bed

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I preheat the Inventor IIs?

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I level the bed on the Inventor IIS?

This article will walk you through the process of levelling the print bed on the Inventor IIS.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I remove the print from an Inventor IIs?

This article explains the process of removing a print from the Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I clear a clog in the Inventor IIs?

Steps to clear a blockage inside the extruder of the Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Help! The nozzle of my Inventor IIs is digging into the print bed and nothing is coming out. What should I do?

This article will help you calibrate the extruder on your Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Why aren't prints sticking to the print bed of my FlashForge Inventor IIs?

This article will help you calibrate the extruder on your Inventor IIS

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

Does the Inventor IIS store previous prints?

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How To Connect Your Flashforge Inventor IIS To The Polar Cloud And 3D Print Your Designs

Learn how to print via the Polar Cloud using your Flashforge Inventor IIS 3D printer

Written by Jon Soong
Updated over a week ago

How do I unbox and setup an Inventor IIs - Bilby3D?

This article will walk you through the process of unboxing and setting up your Inventor IIS - Bilby3D, ready for printing.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I update the firmware on my Inventor IIS using a USB stick?

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I set up an UP BOX+ 3D printer?

Help with setting up an UP BOX+ printer

Written by Roland Peddie
Updated over a week ago

How do I change the nozzle?

If you've determined that you need to change the nozzle on your UP! 3D printer, please follow this guide.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I manually level the bed on my UP Box+ 3D Printer?

Only for UP Box+. If you need to manually level your bed, follow these instructions.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I manually level the bed on my UP Box (original)?

Only for UP Box. If you need to manually level your bed, follow these instructions.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I clear a clog in UP! Box 3D Printer?

How to disassemble the extruder head of the UP! Box to clear a piece of stuck plastic.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

What are the tech specs for the Tiertime Up Mini 2 3D printer?

Tech specs for the Tiertime Up Mini 2 3D printer

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I put filament into the UP! Mini 2?

This article explains the process of putting filament into your printer.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

I'm having trouble removing the support material from the UP Mini 2. What should I do?

If you are having trouble removing support material from your prints using an Up Mini 2, this may help.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

How do I clear a clog in the UP! Mini 2 Printer?

How to disassemble the extruder head of the UP! Mini 2 to clear a piece of stuck plastic.

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago

What are the tech specs of the Guider IIS 3D printer?

Tech specs of the Guider IIS 3D printer

Written by Luke Tansell
Updated over a week ago