Unleashing Creativity: Top 3D Printer Accessories for Kids

3D printing is a fantastic technology that allows kids to bring their creative ideas to life. But in order to get the most out of your 3D printer, you need to have the right accessories. From filaments to software, there are a plethora of options available, making it hard to decide which ones to invest in. In this blog post, we will be taking a look at the best 3D printer accessories for kids that will help them to get the most out of their 3D printing experience.

3d printer accessories and recommendations

Filament

One of the most important accessories for a 3D printer is filament. Filament is the material that is used to create the object that is being printed. There are a variety of filaments available, including ABS, PLA, and TPU.

Each filament has its own unique properties and is suitable for different projects. For kids, it's recommended to go for filaments that are non-toxic and easy to work with, such as PLA.

SaleBestseller No. 1

Official CR PETG 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm 1KG (2.2lbs), High Precision Strong Toughness, Odorless Better Flow Moistureproof 3D Printing Ender Filament (Black)

【PETG Filament】Our PETG combines the benefits of PLA and ABS to reach Eco-friendly and odorless performance. This PETG Filament is feature in good toughness to avoid cracking and warping, enbale excellent 3D printing.
【Tangle-Free & Neatly Wound】We ensure that every PETG filament is tightly and neatly wrapped by utilizing full mechanical winding, which effectively minimizes tangles, filament snapping, and line breakage.
【Toughness-enhanced PETG】 This PETG choose durable and strong material that delivers excellent clarity, light transmission, and a glossy finish. It is recommended to use a printing temperature of 220-250°C and a base plate temperature of 70-80°C for better printing results.

SaleBestseller No. 2

Creality 2kg Black & White PLA 1.75mm Filament Bundle for 3D Printing with No-Tangling Strong Bonding and Overhang Performance, Accuracy +/- 0.02mm

Cost-Effective Filament Bundle: Get 2 "1kg" spools of PLA filament for the price of 1 with classic black and white color
Smooth and Stable Printing: Patented design and manufacturing process ensures smooth, clog-free printing
Durable and Strong: Improved toughness and strength for printing functional parts

SaleBestseller No. 3

AMOLEN 3D Printer Filament Bundle, PLA Filament 1.75mm, Dual Color Filament, Silk Red Gold, Silk Blue Green, 4 Spools 200g Each

Colorful Variety 4 Pack: Dive into the vibrant world of 3D printing with AMOLEN silk multicolor PLA filament pack, featuring stunning shades. Each color weighs 200 g, providing a total of 800 g. Even small models can display multiple colors
Silk Dual Color PLA: Experiment with multiple hues without the commitment of larger spools. You can print beautiful multicolors in one PLA filament, perfect for arts, crafts, DIY. Whether you're crafting Easter decorations, designing Halloween costumes, creating Christmas ornaments, or making Valentine’s surprises, this filament delivers stunning results every time
Precision Printing: Achieve flawless prints with shiny silk dual color PLA filament, engineered for ease of use and exceptional precision. With a product diameter of 1.75 mm and precision tolerance of +/- 0.02 mm, smooth and consistent results

Bestseller No. 4

SUNLU 3D Printer Filament Bundle Multicolor PETG Filament 1.75mm, Individually Vacuum-Sealed, 0.25kg per Spool, 2kg in Total, 8 Pack, 8 Colors, Black+White+Yellow+Red+Pink+Orange+Blue+Green

①【PETG Filament 1.75mm】SUNLU PETG 3D Printer Filament combines the advantages of both PLA and ABS 3D printer filament, making 3D printing more convenient and easy.
②【Excellent Layer Adhesion】PETG filament offers excellent layer adhesion, reducing the risks of warping and ensuring smooth, strong prints with great structural integrity.
③【Enhanced Toughness】Known for its toughness, PETG outperforms many other filaments in durability, making it ideal for creating sturdy and resilient items that can withstand stress and use.

Bestseller No. 5

SUNLU PLA 3D Printer Filament PLA Filament 1.75mm, Neatly Wound 3D Printing Filament 1.75mm, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02 mm, Fit Most FDM 3D Printers, 1kg Spool (2.2lbs), Black

①【SUNLU PLA 3D Printer Filament】PLA material is the perfect choice for 3D printing enthusiasts! SUNLU PLA filament is reliable, versatile, and easy to use. No clogs, bubbles, or tangles, its excellent layer adhesion ensures high-quality prints every time. Ideal for beginners and experienced users.
②【Neatly Wound 3D Filament Spool】SUNLU's self-developed neat winding device ensures that the filament is easy to use, with a 100% neat rate that reduces the risk of tangles and jams, and provides a smoother and more efficient 3D printing experience.
③【PLA Filament 1.75 mm】SUNLU 3D printer filament dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm. SUNLU filament has wide compatibility due to the small diameter error, making it suitable for almost all 1.75mm FDM 3D printers.

Software

Another important aspect of 3D printing is the software used to create the object. There are a variety of software options available, including free and paid options. For kids, it's recommended to use a software that is user-friendly and easy to understand. Some popular options include Tinkercad and SketchUp. These software have a user-friendly interface and allow kids to easily create and edit 3D models.

Build Plate

The build plate is the surface on which the 3D printer creates the object. It is important to have a build plate that is level and stable, in order to ensure that the object is printed correctly. There are a variety of build plates available, including glass, aluminum, and magnetic build plates. Magnetic build plates are a great option for kids, as they are easy to remove the finished object from the build plate.

Bestseller No. 1

BIQU CryoGrip Pro Glacier 257x257mm Panda Build Plate for Bambu-Lab P1S/P1P/X1C/X1E/A1 3D Printer Double Sided Upgrade Build Plate Removable Surface Platform

Perfect Compatibility: CryoGrip Pro Glacier Build plate is suitable for 3D printers with a platform size of 257x257mm, for Bambu-Lab P1S, P1P, X1C, X1E, A1. Compatible with PLA(45-55℃), PETG(60-75℃), ABS, PA and other filament. (NOTE: Glacier printing adhesion not as good as Frostbite with PLA and PETG)
Hollow Out Handle Design: The CryoGrip Pro Glacier Build plate only heats up slightly in the hot bed at 100℃, protecting your hands. After printing is completed, the build plate can be immediately removed and replaced with a new one to continue printing, without waiting for the build plate to cool down before taking it out
Unparalleled Adhesion: CryoGrip Pro Glacier Build plate has unparalleled first layer adhesion. The substrate has high magnetism, strong adsorption and fixation, and limits stress warping, so there is no need to worry about printing failure caused by the first layer falling off, greatly improving the printing success rate. Enjoy perfect printing effect without warping

Bestseller No. 2

JUUPINE 3D Printer H1H Build Plate for Bambu Lab A1/X1C/X1/X1E/P1P/P1S 3D Printer,257x257mm Spring Steel Plate,Double Sided Flexible Sheet Removable Platform (Light Beam H1H +Phantom H1H)

【New upgraded H1H build plate】One side is a Light beam pattern, which dances in the space like neon-like light strips, vividly displaying natural colors and light with its soft arcs.The other side is a phantom pattern, which seems to be a subtle fusion of reality and dream, creating a fascinating illusion and stunning look.The combination of phantom and beam brings new fun to your 3D printing.
【Excellent adhesion for first printing layer】The model can be firmly attached to the surface of the print bed.Easily print even for a newbie. The H1H spring steel flexible build plate (257x257mm) has a good adhesion,even better than smooth PEI PET or PEO. It even can stick well without heating the platform, no glue needed.Please let the build plate cool down before remove the model to avoid damaging the coating.
【 Easy to Remove and use】The spring steel sheet can be bent to remove the model quickly, without the help of other tools. And the plate will return to flatness. Made of spring steel plate. Flexible, removable and heat resistance, dual-side design, thicker and more durable. Easy to use, put the printing plate onto the bambu lab 3d printer hot bed, then the print bed levelling will automatically go on while machine powered on. (The smooth surface has a factory protective film).

Bestseller No. 3

Ender 3 V3 KE PEI Spring Steel 235x235mm, Texture PEI Sheet Magnetic Flexible Heated Bed, Ender 3 V3 SE Build Plate for Creality K1C/K1/Ender 3 V3/Ender 3/Ender 3 Pro/Ender 3 V2/Ender 3 V2 Neo

Premium Quality PEI Coating - The Creality K1 PEI Spring Steel 235x235mm is made of High temperature resistant PEI coating on the surface, high abrasion resistance and high strength frosted texture, the PEI build surface is not easy to scratch.
Excellent Flatness - The Ender 3 V3 KE PEI Magnetic Heated Bed provides the high flatness spring steel, ensuring the model can be firmly attached to the surface of the print platform, can be repeated bending without deformation, easy to take the model.
Strong Magnetic Force - The PEI Sheet 235x235mm is selection of strong magnetic paste, high temperature can still maintain a high degree of magnetism, to ensure the stability of printing. The ender 3 V3 SE Build Plateis excellent because it can withstand the numerous heat cycles that a 3D print bed goes through from print to print, it can print with most filaments, such as PLA / ABS / ASA / PETG / TPU / Nylon / PA / PC.

Bestseller No. 4

Ready 3D 3D Printer Build Plate Adhesive and Build Plate Cleaner - Excellent Hold, Easy Release, Non-Toxic and Odorless

Ready 3D is the go to 3D printer build plate adhesive when first layer perfection is you goal. Made in the USA with high quality materials to acheive superior first layer hold. Ready 3D is the most versatile on the market to prevent warping and easy release and clean up. Excellent for use during long print times and parts that have a small surface area contact with the build
The cleaner is specifically formulated for use with READY 3D build plate adhesive. This specially formulated mix causes no damage damage to the build plate surface. Ready 3D cleaner leaves the build plate clean and ready for the next application of Ready 3D adhesive.
Great for PLA, ABS, PETG, ASA, TPU, PLA+, HT-PLA, PLA-Pro, CF-PLA, Wood-PLA, CF-ABS, ABS+, HT-PETG, CF-PETG, CF-ASA, PETG Pro

Bestseller No. 5

ELEGOO 235x235mm PEI Sheet Magnetic Build Plate, PEI Spring Steel Flexible Platform with Adhesive Bed for Neptune 3 Pro 3D Printer

Original Spare Part - ELEGOO flexible magnetic build plate with sprayed one-sided PEI coating, size 235x235mm/9.25“x9.25”
Excellent Adhesion - The powder-coated PEI plate is heat-resistant. It ensures great bed adhesion when printing and make prints not easy to warp
Easy to Install - only need to put the magnetic bottom sheet onto your heated bed. The steel platform with PEI surface is on the top. No more mess

3D Printing Pen

3D printing pens are a great accessory for kids who are interested in 3D printing. These pens allow kids to draw in 3D, creating objects that can be used in their 3D printing projects. 3D printing pens are easy to use and come in a variety of colors. They are a great way to introduce kids to the world of 3D printing and to spark their creativity.

Final Thoughts

3D printing is a fantastic technology that allows kids to bring their creative ideas to life. With the right accessories, kids can get the most out of their 3D printing experience. Filament, software, build plate and 3D printing pen are some of the most important accessories for kids. By investing in the right accessories, kids will be able to create amazing objects and take their 3D printing skills to the next level.

Building the Future: The Top 3D Printer Accessories for Kids

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3D Printing Pen

Final Thoughts

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