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# 3D Printer

**Which type of printer is best for me?**

**FDM**

| Pros                                                   | Cons                               |
| ------------------------------------------------------ | ---------------------------------- |
| Larger Build Volume                                    | Thicker , more visible layer lines |
| Print BIgger Objects (Terrain , props , cosplay items) | Longer Print Times                 |

**Resin**

| Pros                                                                | Cons                            |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------- |
| Print Fine Detailed Items (Miniatures , jewellery , Machined parts) | Smaller build volume            |
| less visible layer lines                                            | Struggles to fit larger objects |

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Types of Filament
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## Community

Maker World : <https://makerworld.com/en>