FDM vs Resin: What Our 3D Printing Can Really Do
Two very different technologies - what FDM does brilliantly, which jobs genuinely need resin, and how we tell you honestly where your idea lands.
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The Formfinity Blog
Practical guides, material notes and behind-the-scenes tips on custom 3D printing, so you can get the best result whether you're ordering a display piece or sending us your own file.
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How Long Does Custom 3D Printing Take?
Printer hours are the quick part - the queue, colour swaps, finishing and shipping are where the days go. A realistic timeline, plus how to plan for a deadline.
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3D Printed Fidget Toys: Why a Good Clicker Clicks
Print-in-place mechanisms, articulated keychains and the food fidgets we print in Adelaide - what makes a printed clicker feel so satisfying.
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How Multi-Colour 3D Printing Works: Up to 8 Colours in One Print
Colour printed into the plastic, not painted on - how the AMS swaps filament mid-print, which materials suit multi-colour, and what it means for price.
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How Much Does Custom 3D Printing Cost in Australia?
Real price ranges from small prints to large multi-part pieces, what drives the cost, and how to get a firm quote fast.
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3D Printed Replacement Parts: What Works & What Doesn't
Broken clips, knobs and brackets reproduced from photos and measurements - what prints brilliantly, what to avoid, and what it costs.
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The 3D Printing Materials Guide: Pros, Cons & Best Uses
PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU, nylon and more compared: what each material is good at, where it fails, and how to pick the right one.
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How to Prepare an STL File for 3D Printing
A simple checklist for getting your model print-ready: scale, watertight meshes, wall thickness, tolerances and how to send it.
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How to Care for Your 3D-Printed Display Pieces
Heat, sunlight, cleaning, handling and storage tips to keep your collectibles looking sharp and crack-free for years.
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PLA vs PETG: Which Material Is Right for Your 3D Print?
The two most common 3D printing filaments compared: strength, heat resistance, detail and which one suits your project.
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