Guide
FDM Printing from First Principles: Setup, Calibration, and Common Fixes
A step-by-step walkthrough of fused deposition modelling — from printer assembly and bed levelling to temperature tuning and layer adhesion troubleshooting.
3D Printing & Maker Community
Guides and resources for hobbyist 3D printing in Poland
Practical articles on FDM printing, filament selection, slicer configuration, and DIY fabrication projects — written for makers working with desktop printers.
Latest articles
Technical guides and project write-ups
Each article focuses on specific processes, materials, or project types relevant to desktop FDM printing and small-scale fabrication.
Materials
PLA, PETG, and ABS: A Practical Filament Comparison for Polish Makers
Detailed comparison of the three most common FDM filament types, including print temperature ranges, mechanical properties, and humidity storage recommendations.
Projects
Five DIY Fabrication Projects Suited to Desktop FDM Printers
A curated set of project ideas spanning functional enclosures, replacement parts, tabletop models, and workshop tooling — each documented with material and settings notes.
About this site
A reference resource for desktop 3D printing
Vexriaxi collects practical information about FDM and resin printing for hobbyists in Poland and across Central Europe. Content covers printer hardware, slicer software, filament properties, and completed maker projects.
Articles are written in a neutral, informational tone and reference publicly available technical documentation and community resources.
Key topics
What this site covers
Printer Setup & Calibration
Bed levelling methods, first-layer tuning, extruder e-step calibration, and flow rate measurement across common desktop printer models.
Filament Selection
Technical properties of PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and ASA — including print temperature windows, cooling requirements, and storage conditions in varying humidity.
Slicer Configuration
Layer height, infill density and pattern selection, support structure strategies, and seam placement — documented with specific slicer software examples.
Post-Processing
Sanding, priming, acetone vapour smoothing for ABS, UV resin coating, and insert installation techniques for functional FDM parts.
Project Documentation
Detailed write-ups of completed DIY projects including CAD file sources, material choices, print settings, and assembly notes.
Polish Maker Scene
Coverage of local maker fairs, hackerspaces, filament suppliers, and 3D printing service bureaux operating in Poland.