3D printing pen: how to use

Follow these steps to get smooth, confident lines from your first draw.

1

Plug in and power on

Connect your pen to power and switch it on.
The display screen will light up.

2

Select your material

Choose PLA or ABS using the material button.
Make sure your filament matches your selected setting.
Basic starting temperature: 200°C.
Wait until the pen fully heats up before loading filament.

3

Load the filament

Insert the filament into the back of the pen.
Press the forward/load button.
The pen will automatically draw the filament in.
When melted plastic starts coming out of the nozzle, you're ready to draw.

4

Adjust the speed (side slide control)

The speed control is on the side of the pen.
Slide up to increase speed (more plastic flows out).
Slide down to decrease speed (slower, more controlled flow).
Start on a lower speed for smoother lines and better control.

5

Start drawing

Hold the pen like a regular pen.
Press and hold the extrusion button to release melted plastic.
Move slowly and steadily for clean lines.
Draw flat on paper or a silicone mat, then build upwards into 3D shapes.

6

Build in layers

Allow each section to cool for a few seconds before adding more.
Start with simple shapes before attempting detailed builds.
Tracing over printed templates is great for beginners.

7

Change colour or turn off

Press and hold the unload/back button to remove filament.
Insert a new colour and repeat the loading process.
When finished, unload filament and turn the pen off.
Let the nozzle cool before storing.

Safety notes

The metal nozzle reaches around 200°C. Do not touch the tip.
Adult supervision recommended for children.
Always switch off and unplug when not in use.

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