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4 ways to choose the right type of 3D printer for you
Not all 3D printers are alike, so here are things to think about when you're deciding what type you should buy
There are several types of 3D printers, and picking the right one for your needs is essential. The most commonly used 3D printers use different types of polymer-based filament, heating it and laying down layers of melted material to construct your model. However, other materials are also used, including powders and liquid resin fused or cured to make your creation.
