Claude Code helped build a smarter filament inventory, but the real problem was the habit of not keeping it updated.

[Alec Richter] had a good idea on how he could convert the leftover filament spindles from his 3D printer into multi-compartment storage. An empty spindle is fitted with several trays that rotate out ...

Over time 3D printing filament can degrade due to contact with the moisture in the air so keeping it sealed in air air containers is paramount, especially for more expensive 3D printing filament.

There has been a lot of activity from [Richard Horne] regarding 3D printing filaments lately; most recently he has shared two useful designs for upping one’s filament storage and monitoring game. The ...

The first time I used a filament dryer was about two years ago, and I remember feeling a little silly about it. I’d already printed enough parts to know my way around a slicer, a spool holder, and the ...