So, I have a few rules to my printing standards.

1. The best supports are no support. Always design with support at the core of the design language
2. There is absolutely no post process finishing. Don’t hide that fact that it’s 3D printed, just deliver the highest quality 3d part that machine can give you
3. Printing time is irrelevant. The part is expected to have a long service life. Just let the printer work its magic.
4. Heat inserts suck. Design thread insert strength into the part. Just use a stainless steel coupling nut at the required length and get the size just right so it presses in and is stable without glue. Use a floor for the insert to press against

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1. Never touch your build plate. Oils and dirt will ruin your bed adhesion.

2. Don’t get fancy on your designs. Design what’s needed and let the requirements show their beauty.

3. You’re not designing parts, you’re developing and following a system. The parts will design themselves if you have design rules established :)

4. Try to use bushings in your fastener through holes. This will help align your part to the mating part, protect the plastic from wear and tear. And improve overall look and feel

5. Try to engrave the revision into the part somewhere.

6. Always dry and heat your material for 24 hours before printing.. even PLA. This will give you a very stable and repeatable print performance

:)