New 3D Printer

[Brettster]

Just had my first 3D printer delivered a Chinese Ender 3

only cheap but seems to be well liked by the youtube folks!!

I have no idea what to print now that I have it.

any recommendation or sites to get free plans for useful things to print

Never done any 3d modelling before but see that Cura is some useful software and Fusion 360?

 

[AnDyC]

First thing you should always print is spare parts for your 3d printer!

https://www.thingiverse.com/search?q=Ender+3&dwh=525b2a398e60649AnDyC2018-06-20 12:25:43

 

[tazfaedodge]

You might get some ideas Here

Nick
tazfaedodge2018-06-20 15:38:14

 

[Brettster]

Haha Naomi is the reason I ordered one

 

[tazfaedodge]

If I had the money, I would prob buy anything she says. And I don't know why

 

[Sbdesign]

Also all 3d printers are good on youtube, they get them for free...
Or alternative benefits to prevent the law of stating it was free.

But to add to the that, in my experience they all work well, cheaper - the more skill you need, dearer - more user friendly.

A arcade collector/restorer/projecter/tweaker - can handle a non user friendly 3d printer I would hope. So get cheap and fiddle lots.

I got mine for sim racing parts...

But mainly got used for daft stuff like little sets of drawers are fun and useful. Also screwdriver bits holders, wire reel winders (for usb etc), logos, keyrings, little bits for car list go's on.

I take it you been on thingverse

Sbdesign2018-06-21 11:36:35

 

[Brettster]

I had a look on thingverse. is that the best site?

I've not had chance to build it yet

but looking forward to printing a benchy on Saturday

 

[ArcadeBase]

Haha Naomi is the reason I ordered one

Interesting! I might have to view some of the youtube videos for research...

 

[prof5]

I also bought one because with a bit of soldering to make up an adapter lead you can also buy a laser to engrave wood etc. also if you look at naomi wu channel on youtube you will probably sell your wife, kids and anything to buy she promotes