Thu Sep 19 09:00:20 UTC 2024: ## Adafruit Celebrates 3D Printing with #3DThursday

This week, Adafruit highlights the vibrant 3D printing community and the exciting possibilities it offers for electronics projects. The focus is on integrating 3D printed enclosures, brackets, and sculptures with electronics, creating unique and functional creations.

**Featured Project:**

A bed cleaning tool for 3D printers, printed with PLA at 220°C and 80 mm/sec, is showcased. The design utilizes 3 walls and 15% infill. Get the files and learn more at [https://www.printables.com/model/945676-bed-cleaning-tool](https://www.printables.com/model/945676-bed-cleaning-tool).

**Inspiration for Makers:**

Adafruit encourages makers to consider incorporating 3D printing into their Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and LED projects. They provide numerous resources including:

* **Tutorials:** A Layer by Layer CAD tutorials playlist is available on their channel.
* **Social Media:** Follow Noe and Pedro’s accounts for further inspiration and updates.
* **Discord:** Join the Adafruit Discord community for live chat and maker collaboration.

**Adafruit’s Commitment to Community:**

Adafruit emphasizes its commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive community. They strive to be a fair, informative, and positive voice within the maker community, promoting ethical standards and sharing helpful content.

**Featured Products:**

Adafruit showcases their Circuit Playground Express, a versatile microcontroller perfect for beginners and experienced makers. The board comes packed with features including LEDs, sensors, and programmable capabilities.

**Weekly Events:**

Join the Adafruit community every Wednesday for Electronics Show and Tell at 7:30pm ET, and every Wednesday at 8pm ET for Ask an Engineer.

**Beyond 3D Printing:**

Adafruit’s Daily Newsletter covers various topics such as new product launches, CircuitPython news, and makers’ insights on IoT and business.

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