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Today’s top story: Polymaker released a new, modular dry box which could change the way that you dry and store your filament

🤩 Hobbyist 3D Printing

Polymaker’s new filament drying solution - Link

Polymaker has released a new, modular dry box that they state will change the standard for filament drying. Based on a dock and box design, this modular system has a dock that controls the drying of the filament that can connect and disconnect from the drying box. This allows you to keep already dried filament in the box and move the dryer to the next roll of filament you are looking to dry.

Each individual box has a humidity sensor so you know exactly where each spool is sitting from a moisture perspective. The price is a bit steep at $70 for dock and a box and additional boxes at $30 but it could be useful for those looking for a modular drying system.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

Mantle launches 420 Stainless Steel for P-200 metal 3D printing system (2 minute read) - Link

Mantle introduces a new 420 Stainless Steel material for its P-200 metal 3D printing system specifically designed for toolmaking. This material boasts high strength, corrosion resistance, and a smooth finish, making it ideal for applications in the medical device industry. Mantle believes this new material will improve efficiency and reduce labor requirements in the toolmaking process. The 420 Stainless Steel requires no modifications to existing workflows and will be available to customers later in 2024 with a simple software update.

Biology + 3D printing = programmable living materials (2 minute read) - Link

Scientists have 3D printed living materials using plant cells and genetic modification. This allows for programmable materials that can grow, respond to their environment, and even produce desired substances. Previously, such materials relied on bacteria or fungi, but plant cells offer new possibilities for complex shapes and functionalities. The researchers were able to print intricate structures and program the plant cells to produce pigments, demonstrating the potential for these materials in biomanufacturing, sustainable construction, and more.

😎 Cool 3D Prints

Benchy in turbulent waters (Satyr on Printables) - Link

While the remixer of this print stated he didn’t like how it turned out we love this coaster featuring our favorite 3D printing mascot, Benchy. A beautifully done pieces of art with Benchy at the center, and not to mention easy to print!

3D Printable Fly Swatter (wuguigui on Maker World) - Link

Summer is nearly upon us in the United States and we know what that brings: flys. This easy to print fly swatter is essential for those days and nights when the flys are unbearable. The author recommends using PETG-CF or PLA Tough for the durable factor due to the constant hitting of the swatter against hard surfaces. Arm yourself against those pesky flys today!

🔗 Quick Links

Product of the Week

🛠️ Creality Releases 3D Printing Tool Wrap Kit - Link

Nearly everything you could need while tinkering on your 3D printers. Creality released this handy wrap kit with a ton of great tools to use on your 3D printers. Check out the link above or click the picture below to learn what comes in this kit!

🤩 Recent Slicer Updates

• OrcaSlicer - 2.0 Official - 3/30/2024 -(GitHub)

• Cura - 5.7.1 - 4/24/2024 (GitHub)

• PrusaSlicer - 2.7.4 - 4/5/2024 (GitHub)

• Bambu Studio - 1.9.1 Public Beta 4 - 4/25/24 (GitHub)

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