MakerMyths Editorial Electric current is one of those invisible things we use every day without thinking: it powers lights, motors, heaters, and nearly every electronic gadget in your workshop. But what exactly is current, where does it come from, and how can we increase it when we need more power? ⚡ What Is Electric Current? At its … Read more
ABS (acrylonitrile–butadiene–styrene) and TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) are two popular 3D printing materials with very different personalities. ABS is strong and slightly rigid, while TPU feels rubbery and flexible. Fresh off the print bed, both materials usually show visible layer lines. With the right finishing steps—sanding, careful chemical smoothing (ABS only), plus smart priming/painting and … Read more
Laser engravers have revolutionised home workshops and small businesses, making it easy to cut and etch designs with precision. But with great laser power comes great responsibility – even hobby-grade machines can pose serious risks to your eyes and skin if used unsafely. In this article, we’ll explain why laser exposure is dangerous, what protective … Read more
Choosing the right infill pattern that uses less filament can greatly reduce materialcosts and print time in 3D printing. Whether you’re making prototypes, display pieces, or light-use parts,these infill strategies keep filament usage low without sacrificing basic quality. Why Infill Matters in 3D Printing Infill is the internal structure inside a 3D printed part, providing … Read more
Laser engraving and cutting are brilliant tools in a modern maker workshop — fast, precise, and insanely versatile. But every cut or etch also produces airborne emissions: smoke, fumes, gases, and ultra-fine particles that you can’t always smell or see… yet they can still affect your health over time. This guide is written for hobbyists … Read more
Resin 3D printing (SLA, DLP, MSLA) enables incredible detail, but it also introduces real chemical risks that many hobbyists underestimate. Liquid photopolymer resin is not just “messy” — it is toxic, environmentally harmful, and regulated under EU waste laws. This guide is written for small-scale makers and home users across the European Union. Its goal … Read more
When 3D printing functional parts, one of the most important slicer decisions you will make is choosing the right infill pattern. Among the many available options, two patterns are constantly compared by makers: triangle infill and honeycomb infill. In this guide, we take a deep, practical look at triangles vs honeycomb infill, explaining how each … Read more
Many beginners believe that using maximum power will always produce the best results. This idea appears logical. More power should mean deeper cuts, darker marks, and clearer details. In practice, maximum power often does the opposite. It can reduce fine detail and make the final result look less clean. This article explains why maximum power … Read more
Figuring out what to charge for handmade crafts can feel like a shot in the dark. Most makers don’t struggle because they’re bad at business — they struggle because pricing feels messy, emotional, and confusing. That’s exactly why I built my craft pricing calculator. I created it for myself first. I was tired of guessing … Read more
“Machine time” means the actual hours a tool or machine runs to make your products. Its cost is more than just electricity – it includes depreciation, wear-and-tear, maintenance, consumables (like cutting tools or filament), and setup time. Calculating machine time cost gives you an hourly rate for each machine so you can price your work … Read more