If you own the MMU2S, we created a modified version of the enclosure – check it out here. You might actually want to keep the enclosure open with, for example, PLA to ensure there’s enough cool air around the printer for the part cooling fan. However, if you’re not printing with ABS or other high-temperature filaments that suffer from warping, you won’t see much of a difference.

Dust collection – The bearings and smooth rods will appreciate the reduced amount of dust that settles on your printer.

Noise reduction – As if you needed the MK3 to be any quieter 🙂 But another level of sound isolation can’t hurt, especially if you place the enclosure next to your work desk or in a living room.

An enclosure will contain these fumes, and you can quickly vent them outside through an open window when the print finishes.

Reduce and contain s mell – Some filaments ( looking at you, ABS!) can release unpleasant fumes during printing.

Layer adhesion may also improve with higher ambient temps. Big differences in ambient and printing temperatures can lead to warping and shrinking of the printed object, especially when printing with ABS. An enclosure will keep the temperature stable and high.

Stable printing environment – Drafts can negatively impact your print.

But first, let’s start with the fundamental question: what is it good for?

To top things off, we will even give you a full guide with information on how to build an enclosure for your own printer. How do they work? And do they work? Today, we will shed some light on this matter! Plus, we are going to dive into patent wars and explain why not all printers come with an enclosure. Maybe you have already seen some of those fancy enclosures people build for their printers.

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