3D printing has come a long way since it first became accessible to the consumer market, and with this growth has come a wide range of accessories or upgrades designed to improve the performance of your 3D printer. These can range from a small nozzle to entire conversion kits, but one of the most popular …
LEDs are such versatile components that come in various form factors and are used in countless everyday items. Makers constantly find fun and unique ways to make use of LEDs, such as giving eyes to a robot companion, implementing mood lights, and creating simple interactive LED displays or games. What is an LED? As with …
Hey Makers. We know it has been a while since we featured a Maker on the blog so we decided to feature Jeandre Groenewald. This post will be slightly different from a detailed breakdown and will be more of a visual walkthrough of how the Voron assembly. If the name Jeandre sounds familiar to you …
(Left & Center Photo by Vanessa Loring – Pexel. Right Photo by Micro:Bit – Micro:Bit) Teach little Makers to dream big, and they will change the world. Robotics and 3D printing have shaken South African industries in so many ways, redefining modern manufacturing and the future workspace. As Makers, many of us are responsible for …
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When it comes to simply the best single-board computers for hobbyists and tinkerers, everyone wants a piece of the Pi! But how do you choose the right one for your next project? The new Raspberry Pi 5 and the old faithful Pi 4B boards each have unique properties to offer. If you’re wondering what features …
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Hey Makers! It’s a new year and plenty new possible projects await. With holidays coming to an end, talented creators have started uploading 3D models they have designed over the festive season. To match the start of a new year, we found 6 awesome prints that were uploaded in 2024. Click Counter By Djodjoke – Download Keeping …
It is that time of year again. The time where we get together with friends and family, unwind, and prepare for the coming of a new year. This is also the time of year where gifts are often exchanged and we know how hard it can be to pick the perfect gift, especially for a …
3D filament is the fuel that powers our creative masterpieces. Every time we press “go” on our 3D printer, it whizzes across the print bed, drawing whatever colourful 3D filament we desire. But as the wise saying goes, “What you put in is what you get out.” The 3D filament you choose will make all …
Makers are always working on or looking for their next projects with some Makers even having multiple projects going at the same time. This can often lead to a messy workstation which can hamper your progress. To ensure nothing gets in the way of your making it is best to keep your workspace neat and …
