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Learn how optimal line width works in FDM printing, with slicer defaults, 0.4 mm nozzle ranges, and effects on strength and print quality.

Learn what a Z seam is in 3D printing, why it appears, and how to hide print seam in Cura with better seam alignment settings.

Learn bed adhesion basics for FDM/FFF: why prints lift, how to clean plates, set Z-offset, and improve first-layer adhesion safely.

See whether the Artec Micro II jewelry 3D scanner is the right choice for high-accuracy ring, setting, and small-part scanning workflows.

Learn support interface 3D printing basics: support roofs, Z gaps, interface density, and material choices for cleaner, easier removal.

Learn how to unclog a 3D printer nozzle safely, spot false clog symptoms, and choose the right fix for partial, severe, or recurring jams.

See if Artec Point for scanning jewelry fits your workflow, with specs, target limits, and better alternatives for tiny or gemstone-heavy parts.

Learn what pillowing in 3D printing is, why top layers sag over infill, and how to fix top layer gaps with better shell thickness and cooling.

Learn 3D printing bridging basics, slicer settings, PLA vs PETG behavior, and why there is no universal maximum span for FFF bridges.

Learn E-steps calibration basics, how to measure filament movement, and when to adjust flow or pressure advance instead.