{"componentChunkName":"component---src-templates-blog-category-js","path":"/category/3d-printing/","result":{"data":{"wpCategory":{"id":"dGVybTox","name":"3D printing","description":"<div class=\"max-w-full mx-auto my-10 px-4 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-200 space-y-6\">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"text-3xl md:text-4xl font-bold\">\r\n      3D Printing Guides, Tips &amp; Resin Tutorials\r\n    </h2>\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"text-lg text-gray-600 dark:text-gray-400\">\r\n      Welcome to our 3D Printing category — your knowledge hub for mastering fantasy 3D printable miniatures, STL files, and professional resin 3D printing techniques.\r\n    </p>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      Whether you are just starting your journey into tabletop RPG miniature printing or refining your workflow for premium display collectibles, this section provides practical advice, tested workflows, and real-world insights.\r\n    </p>\r\n\r\n    <p>\r\n      Discover detailed guides on resin settings, support placement strategies, model scaling, post-processing, curing, and achieving crisp high-detail results from your STL files. Our tutorials are designed specifically for fantasy models and miniature enthusiasts who demand sharp details and reliable print success.\r\n    </p>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"bg-gray-100 dark:bg-gray-800 rounded-2xl p-6 space-y-3\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"text-xl mt-4 font-semibold\">\r\n      What You'll Learn\r\n    </h2>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"list-disc pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-600 dark:text-gray-400\">\r\n      <li>Optimizing resin 3D printing settings for miniatures</li>\r\n      <li>Proper support placement for pre-supported and unsupported STL files</li>\r\n      <li>Scaling fantasy models for tabletop or display</li>\r\n      <li>Post-processing, cleaning, and curing techniques</li>\r\n      <li>Troubleshooting common 3D printing issues</li>\r\n      <li>Improving surface quality and fine detail clarity</li>\r\n    </ul>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      Our goal is simple: help you achieve consistent, high-quality results when printing fantasy 3D printable miniatures. Whether you're printing for personal tabletop RPG sessions or building a premium display collection, these resources will elevate your process.\r\n    </p>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n</div>","uri":"/category/3d-printing/","language":{"code":"EN"},"posts":{"nodes":[{"id":"cG9zdDoxMTQ2","title":"How to 3D print high-detail 40mm fantasy miniatures (step-by-step guide)","uri":"/how-to-3d-print-high-detail-40mm-fantasy-miniatures-step-by-step-guide/","slug":"how-to-3d-print-high-detail-40mm-fantasy-miniatures-step-by-step-guide","excerpt":"<p>Printing high-detail 40mm fantasy miniatures in resin is one of the most rewarding experiences in tabletop hobbying. At this scale, you can capture sharp facial expressions, intricate armor textures, and dynamic poses — but only if your setup is optimized correctly. 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In this beginner-friendly guide, you’ll learn how to 3D print perfect resin miniatures step by step, avoid common mistakes, and achieve [&hellip;]</p>\n","date":"21.02.2026","readingTime":{"words":575,"text":"3 min read"},"link":"/how-to-3d-print-perfect-resin-miniatures-beginner-guide/","featuredImage":{"node":{"gatsbyImageData":null,"altText":""}},"categories":{"nodes":[{"name":"3D printing","uri":"/category/3d-printing/"}]},"tags":{"nodes":[{"name":"Featured","uri":"/tag/featured/"}]}}],"description":"<div class=\"max-w-full mx-auto my-10 px-4 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-200 space-y-6\">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"text-3xl md:text-4xl font-bold\">\r\n      3D Printing Guides, Tips &amp; Resin Tutorials\r\n    </h2>\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"text-lg text-gray-600 dark:text-gray-400\">\r\n      Welcome to our 3D Printing category — your knowledge hub for mastering fantasy 3D printable miniatures, STL files, and professional resin 3D printing techniques.\r\n    </p>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      Whether you are just starting your journey into tabletop RPG miniature printing or refining your workflow for premium display collectibles, this section provides practical advice, tested workflows, and real-world insights.\r\n    </p>\r\n\r\n    <p>\r\n      Discover detailed guides on resin settings, support placement strategies, model scaling, post-processing, curing, and achieving crisp high-detail results from your STL files. Our tutorials are designed specifically for fantasy models and miniature enthusiasts who demand sharp details and reliable print success.\r\n    </p>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"bg-gray-100 dark:bg-gray-800 rounded-2xl p-6 space-y-3\">\r\n    <h2 class=\"text-xl mt-4 font-semibold\">\r\n      What You'll Learn\r\n    </h2>\r\n\r\n    <ul class=\"list-disc pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-600 dark:text-gray-400\">\r\n      <li>Optimizing resin 3D printing settings for miniatures</li>\r\n      <li>Proper support placement for pre-supported and unsupported STL files</li>\r\n      <li>Scaling fantasy models for tabletop or display</li>\r\n      <li>Post-processing, cleaning, and curing techniques</li>\r\n      <li>Troubleshooting common 3D printing issues</li>\r\n      <li>Improving surface quality and fine detail clarity</li>\r\n    </ul>\r\n  </div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"space-y-4\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      Our goal is simple: help you achieve consistent, high-quality results when printing fantasy 3D printable miniatures. 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