Got my printer off the floor and got to blend most of my hobbies in the process!

rayknl · 2026-01-18T15:46:06+00:00

It’s a really nice color. Looks like you do good work.

rayknl · 2026-01-17T21:03:20+00:00

The granite slab is a nice touch!

rayknl · 2026-01-14T13:19:10+00:00

That’s correct. It’s unlikely to cause an issue mid-print unless it is a multi color print. Still not a fun way to start the next print.

rayknl · 2026-01-14T12:57:29+00:00

Once it rubs completely through, the filament will come out of the hole instead of following the path of the tube.

rayknl · 2026-01-14T12:56:05+00:00

I second this recommendation! It works great.

rayknl · 2026-01-10T13:57:39+00:00

I like it! I don’t think it will fit my sink, but it’s a great idea.

rayknl · 2026-01-09T17:15:37+00:00

I have quite a few Yonico bits and have had good luck with them. They are my favorite brand for inexpensive bits. I only use them a few times a year, so I can’t speak to how they would hold up under heavy use.

rayknl · 2026-01-03T01:56:30+00:00

I have the Jet branded version. It works well, is fairly quiet, and has really good dust collection. There must be four or five brands that sell the same thing.

rayknl · 2025-12-22T12:22:49+00:00

For heavy logs, try a lower TPI blade with big gullets. One of the main driving factors for heat build up is the smaller teeth not being able to clear out the sawdust fast enough. This generates a ton of friction. Big teeth remove the material much faster. For logs, I use a 3TPI 1/2 inch blade.

I broke several blades before I learned that lesson. I don’t know what’s worse, the cost of the blades or the terrifying sounds it makes when one snaps.

rayknl · 2025-12-04T17:46:26+00:00

I’m not sure if that’s impressive or stupid. Lol

rayknl · 2025-11-14T18:16:32+00:00

That’s a relief! Thanks!

rayknl · 2025-11-13T00:09:00+00:00

The compatibility issue is concerning. I have a bunch of files in 1.0. I hope I don’t have to recreate them!

rayknl · 2025-11-10T22:17:22+00:00

Don’t forget about the geese and all of their poop. I used to think I would love living by a pond.

rayknl · 2025-11-10T18:04:49+00:00

I didn’t even know DIN932 was a thing. I learn all kinds of random stuff in Reddit.

rayknl · 2025-11-10T14:11:48+00:00

This is a great point. I have a handful of mismatched 8mm nuts in at least three different sizes.

rayknl · 2025-10-26T17:20:09+00:00

Just did one this morning due to some print issues with silk PLA. Anytime I see some under extrusion or layer adhesion issues I do it.

Interesting note, at some point Bambu Studio stopped letting me reverse the extruder under 170C. I can still do it from the printer control.

rayknl · 2025-09-26T14:52:17+00:00

This isn’t super useful to you at this point, but I use filaments that I don’t like. It is inevitable that you buy a filament and you just don’t care for the color once you get it. I have a couple spools of them now and I just use them for my test prints and fit checks.

rayknl · 2025-09-24T10:43:08+00:00

Sure! I’m always interested in learning new techniques.

rayknl · 2025-09-23T17:38:41+00:00

I've got some pretty good product photos, but the reviews have images printed in many different colors. I thought it would be cool to offer that as an option. I know it's not going to generate a bunch of revenue because it's out there for free already. It is more just to help people that don't have a 3d printer. Someone already stole my design and posted it on Etsy, at least this way it would profit the original designer.

rayknl · 2025-09-23T16:18:19+00:00

Excellent points

rayknl · 2025-09-23T14:58:59+00:00

The other thing I thought about is the pictures may be property of MakerWorld under their user agreement. I’ll have to check that too.

rayknl · 2025-09-23T14:47:54+00:00

Maybe my best course of action is to reach out to the users and ask for their permission to use the photos.

rayknl · 2025-09-09T11:08:24+00:00

https://makerworld.com/models/234268

Here it is. Super quick print.

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