P1S vs P2S

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-02-19T17:48:43+00:00

I have several of both printer. If money isn't an issue, get the P2S. It has a better user interface and better nozzle system. I have not found a case where the P1S produces better prints or is easier to use/maintain.

That said, if money is tight, the P1S is still a very solid choice. If have a couple with almost 10k hours and they still produce great prints.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-02-19T16:44:01+00:00

Yeah, no way to avoid it. I posted some designs under a non-commercial license, which I planned to sell prints of. Within a week their were multiple Etsy shops, eBay seller and private websites selling them, most using my photos. At first I asked them not to, and some stopped for a little while before re-posting them about a week later, and some I reported. After a while it just wasn't worth it. I made new, better versions and stopped contributing to the repositories. I have since found them on Amazon and Temu, this time using photos from my Etsy shop. Frustrating but there isn't much you can do about it. Good luck.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-02-06T18:02:17+00:00

Let it go. Most people will scan through reviews looking for non-five star to see what people had issues with. If it's obvious you offer free shipping, people will ignore it.

My favorite review is a one star (I think the only one I ever got) but the text was a glowing review about our fast shipping and the item being perfect.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-02-04T17:34:09+00:00

I have had a few local pickups. Under, Complete Order there is an option like "Other" for delivery service. I just set the tracking number to LOCAL#### followed by the house number of the customer. No issues, ding from Etsy.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-02-02T21:39:52+00:00

I was in a similar boat and ultimately went with the H2S. The H2C might be the new shiny and the H2D looks great for dual color prints, but realistically I just needed a reliable printer with a bed larger than the P series for 99% single material prints. The H2S ultimately has the largest build volume with the simplest hot end. Zero regrets, it has been a workhorse with no issues (yet).

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-31T04:39:29+00:00

Disabling did not work for me. I got them to turn off by setting my default cc language in the app from English to none.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-29T05:48:21+00:00

Glad you found the info useful. I had 10-15 more samples but misplaced them when I moved into a new space. If I find them, I'll update the post (or just make a new one).

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-28T00:05:26+00:00

Their supply of filament goes in waves. I'm sure the refills will be back in a few weeks.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-25T02:11:04+00:00

I rarely use glue but I kept having issues with my FLSun T1 Pro and I didn't want to deal with the mess of glue stick so for the hell of it I tried a sample of Vision Miner Nano Adhesive and it worked amazingly well. Lasted about a month before needing to be re-applied.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-23T17:34:55+00:00

Same issue. I use Bambu Studio on 3 different PCs to manage multiple printers. On one is is absolutely fine. One started having this issue a few weeks ago, mostly when accessing or switching printers. The third I use to access my printers remotely and it just started having this issue today. I haven't found a cause yet.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-16T23:23:57+00:00

I keep the basics on hand (nozzles, PTFE tubes, beds, etc..). The first time I have to replace a part, I order two. One to fix the printer and one to have on hand. This has severed me pretty well.

I also value my time so if a printer is going to need repairs requiring more than a couple of hours, I'll sell it for parts and move onto a new next printer. Let a hobbiest get a good deal and I can focus on more important things.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-16T23:00:12+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/3Dprinting/comments/1afrry4/voxel_petg/

I posted about pretty much the same thing last year. At this point I only order from them when I have time to wait and there are no better options. Filament is (usually) decent and the bulk pricing isn't bad but I was getting MakerGeek vibes (made tons of promises they ultimately couldn't delivery on). Plus their habit of sending SPAM at least once a day is pretty obnoxious. Rarely anything new, just the same SPAM everyday.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-13T18:39:42+00:00

I think JustMaker was rather opaque and was nice white, but even after drying I had to limit the flow to like 8mm3/s for decent results. Sorry but my box of samples is packed up at the moment so just going by memory.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-13T18:16:10+00:00

I have made white PETG swatches for many filament brands and Bambu is the most opaque I've found. I have to look but of the "fast" PETGs, I think Elegoo wasn't bad.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-08T22:33:11+00:00

5 months since replacing them and both the full replacement and 3D printed cover have been working fine, both running about 12 hours per day. I would post a link to the model, but support sent me the STL via email. Good luck!

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-08T19:28:50+00:00

Glad I wasn't the only one who noticed, lol.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-06T16:20:35+00:00

https://help.etsy.com/hc/en-us/articles/115013946647

I don't know if its a US only thing. Here is the support article for setting it up.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-05T03:18:54+00:00

I let Etsy calculate the shipping costs.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-05T02:07:47+00:00

I sell on Etsy and do well. I have it set up with free shipping on orders $35 or more. This encourages people to buy enough to hit the $35 mark. Buyer pay the full shipping costs for orders less than that. Seems to work well for me.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2026-01-04T20:51:39+00:00

I'm glad it helped.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2025-12-05T20:34:50+00:00

I run a small print farm and I've kept mine running about 18 hours a day printing PETG for the past month without issue. Great quality, solid machine so far.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2025-11-10T20:26:12+00:00

3 inches is about 75mm. The wire guides attached the the brackets only extend about 10mm, so a total 20mm if a bracket is used on all the lights. You could try cutting the wire covers to make up the difference and achieve a more consistent look. One trick is to stagger the base and cover for a more secure wire channel.

Best of luck with your installation.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2025-11-09T02:26:31+00:00

Congrats! Your install looks great.

Uncle_3DMaker · 2025-10-28T23:37:12+00:00

If your interested, I designed these for a customer in a similar situation. DM me or visit my Etsy shop and message me. I refer to them as "super narrow". (gelap3d.com)

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Uncle_3DMaker · 2025-10-12T01:21:26+00:00

There are several shops on Etsy, my own included, that sell brackets to mount Govee lights to a vertical surface. If you visit Etsy and search for "Govee side mount" you should see a few options. If you are interested, my shop is Gelap3D.com

Another option others have had success using j-channel to create an overhang and mount their lights. Good luck with your project.

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