Guides

3D Scanning Tips for Better Scans

Scanning spray, reference markers, elevation, and cleanup — the practical tricks that make the difference between a clean scan and a mess.
Aug 27 2026
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Custom Light Boxes: How We Build Them

Laser-cut acrylic, UV-printed artwork, a 3D printed case, and COB LED lighting — here's exactly how a custom light box comes together.
Aug 25 2026
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Why Choose Ready to Print 3D

Veteran owned, 1,500+ orders, 14+ printers, and every part inspected before it ships. Here's what actually sets Ready to print 3D apart.
Aug 25 2026
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Under-Extrusion vs. Over-Extrusion: How to Tell the Difference

Thin, gappy walls or swollen, blobbed ones? Here's how to tell under-extrusion and over-extrusion apart, and exactly what fixes each one.
Aug 22 2026
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How to Get a Custom Quote From RTP3D

What to send us, what happens after you reach out, and what actually affects price — everything you need to know before requesting a...
Aug 21 2026
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Custom Product Design: Concept to Finished Part

From a rough idea to a finished part — here's how our custom product design process works, from CAD to material choice to finishing.
Aug 21 2026
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NFC Business Cards & Keytags Explained

Custom digital business cards and NFC keytags, with the chip recessed right into the part. Here's what a tap can do and how we...
Aug 21 2026
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3D Scanning & Reverse Engineering: How It Works

From a cracked stock to a missing boat vent — here's exactly how we take a broken or discontinued part from 3D scan to...
Aug 21 2026
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