In this article we’re going to show you the top 11 3D printer accessories and supplies that will take your printings to the next level. To create good 3D printings, you need to have a good 3D Printer. But, having the right tools can make a big difference. Increasing bed plate adhesion, good polishing touches, and a proper storage for your 3D printing filament can help you get flawless results.
Continue reading to take a look at some of the must-have 3D printing accessories and supplies that will make your life easier.
List of Top 11 Accessories and Supplies For 3D Printers
Blue Painters Tape for 3D Printers 6.25" x 100"
One important thing to create great 3D prints is plate adhesion. Using painters tape is one of the easiest ways to help the object adhere to the bed. Additionally, it will also help you remove the object from the bed when the printing is done. Make sure you use a wide tape to use less strips as possible to get a better result. Many makers also recommend using Kapton tape because it handles high temperatures and reduces warping in your 3D printed object.
UHU Stick Permanent Clear Application Glue Stick
A great hack to increase plate adhesion and ensure your first layer comes out perfect is simply covering the printing bed in soluble glue. We usually use the UHU glue stick. Many people also recommend spraying the bed with hair spray.
It’s recommended to clean your extruder nozzle from time to time. Cleaning the extruder nozzle can be quite difficult due to its small size. However, these micro precision drill bits will help you clean your extruder nozzle to increase its lifespan and get finer printings.
These heating blocks help the 3D printing nozzle reach the filament melting temperature faster, while preventing heating losses. This also ensures the nozzle keeps its temperature while printing, preventing small defects due to temperature fluctuations.
These spatulas are the recommended tools to remove a 3D printed object from the bed when the printing is finished. This set of different spatulas ensures you have the right tool for any object you print.
When printing objects with a lot of small details and supporting material, you need to perform some work to get a good finished look. This set of craving tools are perfect to remove excess filament and perfecting those little details. This set comes with 12 different carving tools that will meet most of your needs.
High Performance 3D Print Coating
This is a protective coating for smoothing and finishing 3D printed objects. This really makes a big different in your final project. Applying the coating makes your printing shiner, smoother, and stronger. After that, you can add colors to your object and paint it as you like.
120 to 3000 Assorted Grit Sandpaper
$6.39 in stock
A good set of sandpapers with different grits will help you smooth the surface and polishing your 3D printed objects. Alternatively, you can get a rotary tool with different sanding and polishing accessories.
Electronic Digital Caliper
3 used from $22.09
A digital caliper can be a really handy tool when sketching the design of your 3D printed object. You can take precise measurements to make sure the object will fit its purpose. We often 3D print cases for our electronics circuits. This is a must tool for taking measurements of the components to make sure they will fit on the case.
Keeping your filament dry during storage is a very important aspect to get good 3D printing results. Many problems during 3D printing like clogging, bad layer adhesion, breakage, etc, can be due to excess of moisture in your filament, especially if you live in a humid environment. This tool keeps your filament dry and you can select over a range of different drying temperatures depending on the type of filament. Additionally, it can replace the spool holder and you can grab the filament from the container while everything is kept dry.
Tip: if you use desiccant bags to keep your filament dry in storage containers, you can regenerate them in the filament dryer and use them again.
A Raspberry Pi is a great accessory for your 3D printer. Why? Because it allows you to monitor and control your 3D printer remotely using open-source software like OctoPrint. You are able to control your printer remotely, upload files, send commands, and view the progress of the prints. You can even watch live streaming of the printing by adding a webcam or a Raspberry Pi camera.
If you’re looking for a Raspberry Pi starter kit, read our article: Best Raspberry Pi 3 Starter Kits.
Wrapping Up
These are some of the top 11 accessories and supplies for your 3D printers that can make a big different on your 3D printed objects. We hope you’ve found these tips and accessories useful to get flawless 3D prints.
If you’re looking for a 3D printer, you can take a look at the following reviews:
- Tevo Tarantula 3D Printer Kit Review
- Creality 3D CR – 10 3D Printer Review
- TEVO Michelangelo 3D Printer Review
Do you know other useful 3D printing accessories or tips? Let us know by posting a comment below.
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