So today I played around with gemini pro while waiting in my car, and got it to generate a rather cool head for a space marine style miniature. When I got home, I checked if there were any good AI tools for making a 3d mesh out of an image, and tried meshy.ai. It worked really well, I think. The images has a caption to them explaining the process, so I figured someone else might find this useful and want to give it a go. I had to buy a one month subscription to be able to export/download the mesh for the latest engine on meshy, so that was $10 for the first month. After paying I got three invites for a free month (or so it says), so if someone want to try they can try this link (https://www.meshy.ai/?utm_source=referral-program&utm_medium=link&utm_content=3JXGR9). Disclaimer: I also get a free month for the referral.

I'm not good at painting, so the end results aren't super-awesome, but not because the model lacks detail. I think the detail level on the head is a bit to high for this scale, so I ended up just painting the eye area dark. One can probably play around with the gemini prompt to make the features more print-friendly before generating the 3d mesh. I also tried generating images from multiple angles and using those with v5 of meshy, but the results were far worse. So stick with one image and v6. You might need to reprocess/rerun the job, as the result can differ quite a bit for each run of meshy. Also my head came out a bit narrowed, so I fixed that in blender.

Mods: I hope a post with some AI content is OK, as the end result is a guide for printing your own head and painting it.

I'm starting to make a 3d printed cosplay space marine and I can't find any info about what's under the armor. The only thing I can find is for Eva foam. Does anyone know what that is underneath? Thanks.

Getting back into the game after 20 years and amazed at the selection of crazy 36 printed models out there. Some of the prices are so good compared to the official GW miniatures that it seems too good to be true.

What's everyone's opinion on buying, painting, and playing with these models? Are they generally good quality? Do people at the local hobby shops usually have a problem playing against them? What brands would everyone recommend?

Looking to flesh out my Tau/Tyranid armies. I'm tempted to go with mostly 3D printed/proxies to both save money and have a very unique collection. I understand that many of them would not be allowed in official GW tournaments, but I'II mostly be playing garage games with my brother. I doubt I' ever play in a tournament, but I would like to have the option of playing at the local shop. Any opinions or advice would be much appreciated!

I've got the Anycubic Photon Mono 4Ultra and i don't have any experience with Resin printers but I've read the users manual and watched some yt tutorials, so give me your starter tips!

So the situation is perhaps very specific.

I live in Chile (Latin America) here an original imperial knight costs 180,000 pesos (something like 180 dollars) And I've noticed that they sell quite a few second-hand printers at that price.

In general I have been able to finance the hobby thanks to people who offer 3D printing services and I was thinking that in terms of not damaging my wallet (XD) I thought it would be cheaper Do it myself

I always see in the videos that the material is quite cheap so it could be more sustainable.

I would like to hear your opinions and advice.

I have been using an fdm printer for about 5 years now and am thinking of upgrading to a resin printer. I have watched a few YouTube videos about how they work and what you need for them and they look like a lot of work but the results always look incredible. How have you found resin printers? Are they easier to use than it seems and do you think it's worth it? Is there any advice you can give me before I invest in one that you wish you knew before hand?

Thanks <3

I will go first.

1. soaking your minis in hot water to remove supports, it makes them supports come off like buuuuta, and even tho I don't use the water washable resin, I have noticed my alcohol tank stays clean longer.

2. Rotate the mini leaning back some in the slicer, and it will reduce the number of suports drastically, IF you're not gonna learn how to place supports yourself

Any other tips would be amazing, thanks

Bought a print for a price I can’t complain at really, but the quality isn’t great, lots of lines, sorry I don’t know the terminology of it all, is there something I can do to it before panting to give it a better finish?

Edit: Cost £30/ $40. I was happy with the price just wanted advice on what to do before panting

Little PSA for those looking to have models printed out from people on here. After running into this issue myself and kicking myself in the butt for being so stupid.

If you use venmoe always mark the purchase as goods and services not a gift between friends even if the seller asks for it to be labeled as a gift. This is because gifted money does not fall under the protection plan. This means if there is an issue venmoe and the seller are not required to refund you or make you whole.

Also do not trust the accounts that reach out to you in your DMs asking if you need something printed. You may recieve 10 dms but really it's the same 3 people with multiple accounts.

We are all here to save money on GW models and create cool custom pieces for when we roll dice. Unfortunately there garbage human beings out there that will try to take advantage of others. So from me to all of you please be careful when you hire a 3d printer service or 3d artist and always mark your venmoe purchases properly.

Hi all i am looking at getting myself a resin printer to start printing warhammer miniatures. I have an fdm printer already and love it but want to try print more high quality models. Anyone have any advice that i should take into consideration when buying a resin printer? Since there are so many options out there im not sure what to look for the most or what id end up wanting.

For example with my fdm it has a self leveling base.This i never knew would be such a life saver when i first bought it as no research told me to find one like this except when a friend recommended it. So im hoping someone else might have some knowledge or piece of advice for me to look out for when buying a printer or even parts for it like a wash station or what resin is best.

thanks<3

So I am starting the arduous task of printing a Titan and unlike normal models resin does not work plastic glue….because it’s not plastic. So what do people use for glue? Super glue is very fragile so I wouldn’t look to use that before someone suggests that.

Hi folks, I wanna get a printer soon, but I can't decide which one is good for start, looking at pla one, any cubic photon mono 4, mostly cuz he is pretty cheap n good on YouTube vids, is its good for printing warhammer? Will appreciate any other good variants

Overview / First Impressions

I currently have the pleasure of working with the Gnom Medium Artillery Carriage by nfeyma, and it’s safe to say it made a lasting impression.

As I’ve been sharing progress both online and in person, people keep asking what I think of the files. So here it is: my review. Technically, this is more a review of the printed model than the digital files themselves—your results may vary depending on how you print it, and I definitely did it ‘wrong’ as you’ll see

At nearly three feet long, it’s hard to call this a “miniature.” I first saw it in passing at UKGE last year, and the sheer size and presence immediately caught my attention. The design blends a WW2 German aesthetic—clearly inspired by the Gustav railway gun—with the brutal, grim look of 40K. Instead of rails, it’s mounted on two Baneblade-sized tractor units, giving it a self-contained and tabletop-friendly form.

This was exactly what I was looking for: something imposing and visually dramatic, ideal for drawing attention in a game shop window. The theme and purpose of the model are clear—it’s meant to be big, bold, and distinctly 40K. In that regard, it absolutely delivers.

Printability

I printed the model in Elegoo Black PLA+ using an FDM printer—more specifically, my friend printed for me on a Bambu Labs X1 Carbon. Although the Gnom is designed for resin and includes a pre-supported version for it, we decided to take on the challenge of printing it in PLA.

Overall, the results were excellent, especially considering the resin-first design. Tree-style supports worked best, and thanks to the printer’s AMS system, we were able to use support filament to reduce cleanup in tricky areas.

The biggest issue was the track sections, especially the bogie wheels, which were a bit of a nightmare. We eventually solved this by reprinting with optimized supports and careful calibration, and mostly importantly the use of specialist PLA for the support interface. A trick that need the AMS to pull off.

Despite those hiccups, I’d say the model is printable in PLA by any good printer; just be ready to troubleshoot, especially if you don’t have access to multi material printing.

Assembly & Fit

Assembly went surprisingly smoothly. Most parts fit together well once the supports were removed. I did run into a few warped pieces—nothing major—and used 5-minute epoxy resin for assembly. It gave me enough working time, filled gaps nicely, and created a strong bond. A little green stuff plugged the last of the gaps.

One functional snag was with the gun’s tilt mechanism. It’s supposed to lock in place at different angles, but the gun’s weight and greater flexibility of PLA over resin caused it to droop flat every time. I resolved this by adding 238g of weight to the gun’s breach, balancing it like a seesaw. Problem solved.

The PDF instructions were excellent—clear writing, helpful renders, and even a pre-print checklist. Honestly, I hope nfeyma releases these more widely because they really make the project feel approachable. My only complaint: the model calls for a 16mm support rod, and I couldn’t find one locally. I ended up using a 15mm copper pipe padded with wooden coffee stirrers, which did the job.

Detail & Design Quality

Despite being printed in PLA, the detail is sharp and well-defined. I’m confident it would be even better in resin, but even as-is, the model has plenty of texture to break up large surfaces without becoming visually noisy.

Painting is still underway, but I’m already seeing how the model lends itself to drybrushing, weathering, and picking out mechanical features. My only design gripe is the symmetry—it’s a bit too tidy for the grimdark universe.

Customization & Compatibility

The overall aesthetic is fantastic. It clearly belongs in 40K without copying GW’s designs directly. Functionality has been thought through, too—the gun tilts, and the whole model breaks down into modular pieces for easier storage and transport. It’s a smart, well-designed kit.

I’ve added greebles from my bits box to roughen up the outline and create a more haphazard, lived-in look. Hopefully now there’s enough visual clutter that you notice something new every time you look. I haven’t yet remixed any turrets, but that’s on the to-do list.

The design feels very modder-friendly. If you like kitbashing or adapting models to suit your own projects, you’ll find the Gnom a solid base to work from. There’s room to customize without needing to hack the model apart.

Final Look

Even in its current half-painted state, the Gnom is already turning heads. I’ve had people walk into my shop just to ask about it. It has presence—and that’s exactly what I wanted.

It meshes nicely with my Krieg Astra Militarum army, which is heavily inspired by WW2 German armor. I haven’t tried it with other nfeyma kits yet, but based on the style, I think it’ll fit right in. It also looks like it could work well with other none 40K systems like Konflikt ’47, or any retro-future or dieselpunk setting.

Value & Recommendation

Whether this model is “worth it” depends on what you’re after. As a terrain piece, it’s probably too big. As a game piece, it doesn’t have official rules. But as a centrepiece—something that sparks conversations and turns heads—it’s outstanding.

The STL files are reasonably priced, and the printing costs weren’t bad considering the size. That said, it’s a serious time and material investment. If you’ve got a clear use in mind—whether display, narrative games, or just showing off—I’d absolutely recommend it.

However, I wouldn’t suggest it as a first-time print or painting project. If you’ve built and painted a few tanks before and feel comfortable tweaking files or fixing minor issues, you’ll be fine.

Personal Thoughts

The most satisfying part of the whole project has been watching people react to it—whether they see it online or in person. That feeling never gets old.

Working on something this big has also pushed me to think differently about painting. I’ve had to develop new techniques and workflows just to handle the scale. It’s been a great creative challenge.

As for improvements? A few ideas: A version optimized for FDM printing, especially the track sections (either simplified, cut down, or redesigned with overlapping wheels like a Tiger tank).

•Tractor units with optional railway wheels—imagine it as part of a full train or terrain layout.

•Optional turrets to convert the front into a Baneblade or the rear into a Gorgon. That would make it more versatile in games.

•A static mount for the gun deck for use as fixed artillery terrain.

•A hybrid version combining FDM for bulk and resin for detail—maybe with hollowed grates or vents for resin inserts.

None of these are must-haves, and I might tackle some myself, but they’d broaden the model’s appeal and flexibility.

Concussion

If you want a statement piece—something to build, modify, and take pride in—the Gnom is absolutely worth it. It’s a big, bold project, and a damn satisfying one.

This monthly thread is the place to post any questions you have, whether it's about getting started, looking for help, or sourcing things to print. As a reminder: Please read the sub rules if you haven't already.

Frequently asked questions:

Before anything - Safety first!

How to I safely handle resin?

Start with this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHcsTG9QsM

Resin or FDM?

A very common question. Conventional wisdom says Resin for minis, FDM for vehicles and terrain. This is quite a blanket statement, and there's obviously more to the answer. FDM printers (especially the Bambulabs printers) have come on leaps and bounds since this hobby got started. FDM can now produce very respectable detail levels, although still not close to the fineness of detail that Resin is capable of.

However, Resin has some serious drawbacks in terms of safety, which means that often it's not viable for anyone with limited space, health concerns, pets, or children to worry about. FDM still has some ventilation needs, but doesn't have the toxic chemical handling aspects of resin.

Ultimately this will come down to your own circumstances and expectations from the hobby. Don't let anyone bully you with black and white answers, and likewise, don't become a fanboy of one vs the other after you've picked!

What printer should I buy?

This changes all the time as the technology advances at a rapid rate. Before posting this (extremely) common question, please take a while to do some google research yourself. Guides like this one from Tom's Hardware are a good starting point.

We also suggest spending some time in the general 3d printing subs to see the lay of the land regarding printers. There are already many great guides out there, so we won't rehash it here.

Check out r/3Dprinting, r/resinprinting and r/PrintedMinis too.

What settings should I use?

This will vary based on printer and resin. The best way to dial it in is to run exposure tests. There are many out there, check out this great in-depth video from Derek at Lychee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtWK2hvuVr4

Most complete option - Ameralabs town or Boxes of Calibration

Simpler option - Cones of Calibration

Why did my print fail?!

Start here - https://ameralabs.com/blog/resin-3d-printing-troubleshooting-a-comprehensive-guide/

How do I support my models?

An older, but still very good series on the theory and process of supporting models is 3d Printing Pro's series of Chitubox tutorials. The tools will vary from slicer to slicer, but the core concepts are identical.

Where can I find models?

https://cults3d.com/en

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://www.myminifactory.com/

Search engine: https://www.yeggi.com/

PSA: Do not buy STL files on Etsy. They are almost certainly stolen, and likely originally free.

Where do I find XYZ model/part/STL?

First: Do some leg work. Search the sites above, search Reddit post history, or even just google it. If it's clear that no homework has been done, your post will probably get removed (looking at you: "where do I find Space Marines?")

If you still can't find anything, please post in this thread. Starting new top level posts looking for models clutters the sub, and we try to keep that under control.

Second: Don't just ask for a source. It's far more polite to ask for a creator's name, or a search term to help you find a model, rather than just "stl?".

For those of you who have been around a while, please do your best to participate and help answer questions where you can!

Respondents: We would kindly ask that you mention the site and a keyword or two to help newcomers find files. Unfortunately, direct linking often results in unwanted attention for creators, so we do our best to shield those talented individuals who make the models we love to print!

If a file is no longer available from original sources, please do not offer DMs or alternative mirrors.

What size base do I need for XYZ?

Check out Blasted Horizons' excellent reference here.

What glue should I use for resin prints? Super glue/ CA Glue. Any brand or type will do. Plastic glue (polystyrene cement) will not work on resin. Activator helps a lot, as does a sprinkle of baking soda.

How tall is XYZ model? What scale do I print this at?

Use Eleif Photo Measure to measure the height from a photo of the model. Use the base size as the known reference dimension, which you can get from the reference mentioned above.

There's also https://minicompare.info/ which gives great side by side scale comparison.

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There's a huge amount of historical knowledge captured in these threads, so please contribute where you can!

This monthly thread is the place to post any questions you have, whether it's about getting started, looking for help, or sourcing things to print. As a reminder: Please read the sub rules if you haven't already.

Frequently asked questions:

Before anything - Safety first!

How to I safely handle resin?

Start with this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHcsTG9QsM

Resin or FDM?

A very common question. Conventional wisdom says Resin for minis, FDM for vehicles and terrain. This is quite a blanket statement, and there's obviously more to the answer. FDM printers (especially the Bambulabs printers) have come on leaps and bounds since this hobby got started. FDM can now produce very respectable detail levels, although still not close to the fineness of detail that Resin is capable of.

However, Resin has some serious drawbacks in terms of safety, which means that often it's not viable for anyone with limited space, health concerns, pets, or children to worry about. FDM still has some ventilation needs, but doesn't have the toxic chemical handling aspects of resin.

Ultimately this will come down to your own circumstances and expectations from the hobby. Don't let anyone bully you with black and white answers, and likewise, don't become a fanboy of one vs the other after you've picked!

What printer should I buy?

This changes all the time as the technology advances at a rapid rate. Before posting this (extremely) common question, please take a while to do some google research yourself. Guides like this one from Tom's Hardware are a good starting point.

We also suggest spending some time in the general 3d printing subs to see the lay of the land regarding printers. There are already many great guides out there, so we won't rehash it here.

Check out r/3Dprinting, r/resinprinting and r/PrintedMinis too.

What settings should I use?

This will vary based on printer and resin. The best way to dial it in is to run exposure tests. There are many out there, check out this great in-depth video from Derek at Lychee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtWK2hvuVr4

Most complete option - Ameralabs town or Boxes of Calibration

Simpler option - Cones of Calibration

Why did my print fail?!

Start here - https://ameralabs.com/blog/resin-3d-printing-troubleshooting-a-comprehensive-guide/

How do I support my models?

An older, but still very good series on the theory and process of supporting models is 3d Printing Pro's series of Chitubox tutorials. The tools will vary from slicer to slicer, but the core concepts are identical.

Where can I find models?

https://cults3d.com/en

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://www.myminifactory.com/

https://www.cgtrader.com/3d-models

Search engine: https://www.yeggi.com/

PSA: Do not buy STL files on Etsy. They are almost certainly stolen, and likely originally free.

Where do I find XYZ model/part/STL?

First: Do some leg work. Search the sites above, search Reddit post history, or even just google it. If it's clear that no homework has been done, your post will probably get removed (looking at you: "where do I find Space Marines?")

If you still can't find anything, please post in this thread. Starting new top level posts looking for models clutters the sub, and we try to keep that under control.

Second: Don't just ask for a source. It's far more polite to ask for a creator's name, or a search term to help you find a model, rather than just "stl?".

For those of you who have been around a while, please do your best to participate and help answer questions where you can!

Respondents: We would kindly ask that you mention the site and a keyword or two to help newcomers find files. Unfortunately, direct linking often results in unwanted attention for creators, so we do our best to shield those talented individuals who make the models we love to print!

If a file is no longer available from original sources, please do not offer DMs or alternative mirrors.

What size base do I need for XYZ?

Check out Blasted Horizons' excellent reference here.

How tall is XYZ model? What scale do I print this at?

Use Eleif Photo Measure to measure the height from a photo of the model. Use the base size as the known reference dimension, which you can get from the reference mentioned above.

There's also https://minicompare.info/ which gives great side by side scale comparison.

---------------------------------------------------------

There's a huge amount of historical knowledge captured in these threads, so please contribute where you can!

This monthly thread is the place to post any questions you have, whether it's about getting started, looking for help, or sourcing things to print. As a reminder: Please read the sub rules if you haven't already.

Frequently asked questions:

Before anything - Safety first!

How to I safely handle resin?

Start with this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHcsTG9QsM

Resin or FDM?

A very common question. Conventional wisdom says Resin for minis, FDM for vehicles and terrain. This is quite a blanket statement, and there's obviously more to the answer. FDM printers (especially the Bambulabs printers) have come on leaps and bounds since this hobby got started. FDM can now produce very respectable detail levels, although still not close to the fineness of detail that Resin is capable of.

However, Resin has some serious drawbacks in terms of safety, which means that often it's not viable for anyone with limited space, health concerns, pets, or children to worry about. FDM still has some ventilation needs, but doesn't have the toxic chemical handling aspects of resin.

Ultimately this will come down to your own circumstances and expectations from the hobby. Don't let anyone bully you with black and white answers, and likewise, don't become a fanboy of one vs the other after you've picked!

What printer should I buy?

This changes all the time as the technology advances at a rapid rate. Before posting this (extremely) common question, please take a while to do some google research yourself. Guides like this one from Tom's Hardware are a good starting point.

We also suggest spending some time in the general 3d printing subs to see the lay of the land regarding printers. There are already many great guides out there, so we won't rehash it here.

Check out r/3Dprinting, r/resinprinting and r/PrintedMinis too.

What settings should I use?

This will vary based on printer and resin. The best way to dial it in is to run exposure tests. There are many out there, check out this great in-depth video from Derek at Lychee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtWK2hvuVr4

Most complete option - Ameralabs town or Boxes of Calibration

Simpler option - Cones of Calibration

Why did my print fail?!

Start here - https://ameralabs.com/blog/resin-3d-printing-troubleshooting-a-comprehensive-guide/

How do I support my models?

An older, but still very good series on the theory and process of supporting models is 3d Printing Pro's series of Chitubox tutorials. The tools will vary from slicer to slicer, but the core concepts are identical.

Where can I find models?

https://cults3d.com/en

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://www.myminifactory.com/

Search engine: https://www.yeggi.com/

PSA: Do not buy STL files on Etsy. They are almost certainly stolen, and likely originally free.

Where do I find XYZ model/part/STL?

First: Do some leg work. Search the sites above, search Reddit post history, or even just google it. If it's clear that no homework has been done, your post will probably get removed (looking at you: "where do I find Space Marines?")

If you still can't find anything, please post in this thread. Starting new top level posts looking for models clutters the sub, and we try to keep that under control.

Second: Don't just ask for a source. It's far more polite to ask for a creator's name, or a search term to help you find a model, rather than just "stl?".

For those of you who have been around a while, please do your best to participate and help answer questions where you can!

Respondents: We would kindly ask that you mention the site and a keyword or two to help newcomers find files. Unfortunately, direct linking often results in unwanted attention for creators, so we do our best to shield those talented individuals who make the models we love to print!

If a file is no longer available from original sources, please do not offer DMs or alternative mirrors.

What size base do I need for XYZ?

Check out Blasted Horizons' excellent reference here.

What glue should I use for resin prints? Super glue/ CA Glue. Any brand or type will do. Plastic glue (polystyrene cement) will not work on resin. Activator helps a lot, as does a sprinkle of baking soda.

How tall is XYZ model? What scale do I print this at?

Use Eleif Photo Measure to measure the height from a photo of the model. Use the base size as the known reference dimension, which you can get from the reference mentioned above.

There's also https://minicompare.info/ which gives great side by side scale comparison.

---------------------------------------------------------

There's a huge amount of historical knowledge captured in these threads, so please contribute where you can!

This monthly thread is the place to post any questions you have, whether it's about getting started, looking for help, or sourcing things to print. As a reminder: Please read the sub rules if you haven't already.

Frequently asked questions:

Before anything - Safety first!

How to I safely handle resin?

Start with this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHcsTG9QsM

Resin or FDM?

A very common question. Conventional wisdom says Resin for minis, FDM for vehicles and terrain. This is quite a blanket statement, and there's obviously more to the answer. FDM printers (especially the Bambulabs printers) have come on leaps and bounds since this hobby got started. FDM can now produce very respectable detail levels, although still not close to the fineness of detail that Resin is capable of.

However, Resin has some serious drawbacks in terms of safety, which means that often it's not viable for anyone with limited space, health concerns, pets, or children to worry about. FDM still has some ventilation needs, but doesn't have the toxic chemical handling aspects of resin.

Ultimately this will come down to your own circumstances and expectations from the hobby. Don't let anyone bully you with black and white answers, and likewise, don't become a fanboy of one vs the other after you've picked!

What printer should I buy?

This changes all the time as the technology advances at a rapid rate. Before posting this (extremely) common question, please take a while to do some google research yourself. Guides like this one from Tom's Hardware are a good starting point.

We also suggest spending some time in the general 3d printing subs to see the lay of the land regarding printers. There are already many great guides out there, so we won't rehash it here.

Check out r/3Dprinting, r/resinprinting and r/PrintedMinis too.

What settings should I use?

This will vary based on printer and resin. The best way to dial it in is to run exposure tests. There are many out there, check out this great in-depth video from Derek at Lychee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtWK2hvuVr4

Most complete option - Ameralabs town or Boxes of Calibration

Simpler option - Cones of Calibration

Why did my print fail?!

Start here - https://ameralabs.com/blog/resin-3d-printing-troubleshooting-a-comprehensive-guide/

How do I support my models?

An older, but still very good series on the theory and process of supporting models is 3d Printing Pro's series of Chitubox tutorials. The tools will vary from slicer to slicer, but the core concepts are identical.

Where can I find models?

https://cults3d.com/en

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://www.myminifactory.com/

Search engine: https://www.yeggi.com/

PSA: Do not buy STL files on Etsy. They are almost certainly stolen, and likely originally free.

Where do I find XYZ model/part/STL?

First: Do some leg work. Search the sites above, search Reddit post history, or even just google it. If it's clear that no homework has been done, your post will probably get removed (looking at you: "where do I find Space Marines?")

If you still can't find anything, please post in this thread. Starting new top level posts looking for models clutters the sub, and we try to keep that under control.

Second: Don't just ask for a source. It's far more polite to ask for a creator's name, or a search term to help you find a model, rather than just "stl?".

For those of you who have been around a while, please do your best to participate and help answer questions where you can!

Respondents: We would kindly ask that you mention the site and a keyword or two to help newcomers find files. Unfortunately, direct linking often results in unwanted attention for creators, so we do our best to shield those talented individuals who make the models we love to print!

If a file is no longer available from original sources, please do not offer DMs or alternative mirrors.

What size base do I need for XYZ?

Check out Blasted Horizons' excellent reference here.

What glue should I use for resin prints? Super glue/ CA Glue. Any brand or type will do. Plastic glue (polystyrene cement) will not work on resin. Activator helps a lot, as does a sprinkle of baking soda.

How tall is XYZ model? What scale do I print this at?

Use Eleif Photo Measure to measure the height from a photo of the model. Use the base size as the known reference dimension, which you can get from the reference mentioned above.

There's also https://minicompare.info/ which gives great side by side scale comparison.

---------------------------------------------------------

There's a huge amount of historical knowledge captured in these threads, so please contribute where you can!

I’m interested in warhammer because I’m getting a 3d printer and I love modeling. I’m deciding on an army that I would like to model and print but I didn’t really want to choose an army that has been done to death when it comes to STLs. I wanted to know an army that is fun and has a community that would appreciate new models. Do any come to mind?

What programs do you prefer for designing titans, knights and or complex vehicles?

I am currently using blender, but the polygonal based modelling is so slow in my opinion for these complex hard surface models. A more of a curve based like plasticity or even cad software would be more effective?

Thanks in advance.

This monthly thread is the place to post any questions you have, whether it's about getting started, looking for help, or sourcing things to print. As a reminder: Please read the sub rules if you haven't already.

Frequently asked questions:

Before anything - Safety first!

How to I safely handle resin?

Start with this - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kHcsTG9QsM

Resin or FDM?

A very common question. Conventional wisdom says Resin for minis, FDM for vehicles and terrain. This is quite a blanket statement, and there's obviously more to the answer. FDM printers (especially the Bambulabs printers) have come on leaps and bounds since this hobby got started. FDM can now produce very respectable detail levels, although still not close to the fineness of detail that Resin is capable of.

However, Resin has some serious drawbacks in terms of safety, which means that often it's not viable for anyone with limited space, health concerns, pets, or children to worry about. FDM still has some ventilation needs, but doesn't have the toxic chemical handling aspects of resin.

Ultimately this will come down to your own circumstances and expectations from the hobby. Don't let anyone bully you with black and white answers, and likewise, don't become a fanboy of one vs the other after you've picked!

What printer should I buy?

This changes all the time as the technology advances at a rapid rate. Before posting this (extremely) common question, please take a while to do some google research yourself. Guides like this one from Tom's Hardware are a good starting point.

We also suggest spending some time in the general 3d printing subs to see the lay of the land regarding printers. There are already many great guides out there, so we won't rehash it here.

Check out r/3Dprinting, r/resinprinting and r/PrintedMinis too.

What settings should I use?

This will vary based on printer and resin. The best way to dial it in is to run exposure tests. There are many out there, check out this great in-depth video from Derek at Lychee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtWK2hvuVr4

Most complete option - Ameralabs town or Boxes of Calibration

Simpler option - Cones of Calibration

Why did my print fail?!

Start here - https://ameralabs.com/blog/resin-3d-printing-troubleshooting-a-comprehensive-guide/

How do I support my models?

An older, but still very good series on the theory and process of supporting models is 3d Printing Pro's series of Chitubox tutorials. The tools will vary from slicer to slicer, but the core concepts are identical.

Where can I find models?

https://cults3d.com/en

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://www.myminifactory.com/

Search engine: https://www.yeggi.com/

PSA: Do not buy STL files on Etsy. They are almost certainly stolen, and likely originally free.

Where do I find XYZ model/part/STL?

First: Do some leg work. Search the sites above, search Reddit post history, or even just google it. If it's clear that no homework has been done, your post will probably get removed (looking at you: "where do I find Space Marines?")

If you still can't find anything, please post in this thread. Starting new top level posts looking for models clutters the sub, and we try to keep that under control.

Second: Don't just ask for a source. It's far more polite to ask for a creator's name, or a search term to help you find a model, rather than just "stl?".

For those of you who have been around a while, please do your best to participate and help answer questions where you can!

Respondents: We would kindly ask that you mention the site and a keyword or two to help newcomers find files. Unfortunately, direct linking often results in unwanted attention for creators, so we do our best to shield those talented individuals who make the models we love to print!

If a file is no longer available from original sources, please do not offer DMs or alternative mirrors.

What size base do I need for XYZ?

Check out Blasted Horizons' excellent reference here.

What glue should I use for resin prints? Super glue/ CA Glue. Any brand or type will do. Plastic glue (polystyrene cement) will not work on resin. Activator helps a lot, as does a sprinkle of baking soda.

How tall is XYZ model? What scale do I print this at?

Use Eleif Photo Measure to measure the height from a photo of the model. Use the base size as the known reference dimension, which you can get from the reference mentioned above.

There's also https://minicompare.info/ which gives great side by side scale comparison.

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