Dremel 3D40 FLEX User Manual (English)

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Suzanne GilbertAug 18, 2025
What to do if Dremel 3D Printers PLA is not extruding or sticking to the build tape properly?
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  stantonanthonyAug 19, 2025
  If the PLA isn't extruding or sticking properly to the build tape of your Dremel 3D Printer, it might be because the build plate isn't leveled with the extruder head. To fix this, cancel your current print, clear the build plate, level the build plate, and then restart the print. Leveling the build plate aligns the extruder head and should ensure better object quality.
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Faith LopezAug 21, 2025
Why is there a spaghetti mess at the end of my Dremel 3D40 FLEX 3D Printers build?
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  newtonjonathanAug 21, 2025
  A 'spaghetti mess' at the end of a Dremel 3D Printer build typically occurs because: * A layer of your object didn't stick properly. * The model was saved with minimal surface area contacting the build plate. * The object was built floating above the build plate without supports. To prevent this, use the preview feature in Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer to check the first layer height and position. Always build with supports when necessary.
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mleonardAug 23, 2025
Why Dremel 3D40 3D Printers extruder head building off center?
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  Kristin RobinsonAug 23, 2025
  If the extruder head on your Dremel 3D40 3D Printer is building off-center, it means the printer has lost track of the extruder head’s exact location. Sending the extruder head to the home position will recalibrate the printer. Cancel your object, clear the build plate, send the extruder head to the home position, and then restart the object.
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Justin CarterAug 26, 2025
Why are there stringy or fraying plastic layers on steep overhangs with Dremel 3D40 FLEX?
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  Robert MillsAug 26, 2025
  Stringy or fraying plastic layers on steep overhangs in Dremel 3D Prints often occur because object overhangs are too far apart or too steep (less than a 45-degree angle). Build with supports to resolve this issue.
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Matthew WebbAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Dremel 3D40 FLEX 3D Printers build did not start when sent over network?
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  gcooperAug 27, 2025
  If your Dremel 3D Printer build didn't start when sent over the network, here are a few possible reasons: * The filament might have run out. Load additional filament and resume the build. * The doors might be open. Ensure the doors are closed to start builds over your network, then start the build from the print queue. * A model might have been already building. The build plate must be clear; clear the build plate and start the build from the print queue.
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Samuel HamiltonAug 30, 2025
Why Dremel 3D40 3D Printers will not connect to my network?
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  gatkinsonAug 30, 2025
  If your Dremel 3D40 3D Printer isn't connecting to your network, it could be due to a couple of reasons: * The printer might be too far from the wireless router. Try repositioning the 3D40 to be closer to your router. * The network password might be incorrect. Re-enter your password or verify it with your network owner.

Dremel 3D40 FLEX Specifications

General

Brand	Dremel
Model	3D40 FLEX
Category	3D Printers
Language	English

Summary

Operating/Safety Instructions

Safety Symbols

General Safety Warnings

Work Area Safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and productive workspace.

Electrical Safety

Precautions related to power supply and grounding.

Personal Safety

Advice on user awareness and protective gear.

Dremel 3D40 Use and Care

How to properly use and maintain the 3D printer.

Service

Symbols

Dremel Remote Services

FCC Compliance

Information on Intellectual Property

Specifications

Building

Details on the 3D printing process and capabilities.

Filament

Information regarding compatible filament types and storage.

Software

Supported operating systems and software.

Electrical Requirements

Power input specifications for the device.

Resources

Quick Start Guide

Illustrated guide for initial unboxing and setup.

Dremel 3D Website

Official website for software, support, and downloads.

Dremel 3D Customer Support

Information on how to contact Dremel for assistance.

Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer Software

Details on the software used for preparing 3D files.

Glossary of Terms

Introduction

Kit Contents

Unpacking

Getting To Know Your 3D40 FLEX

Initial Setup

Preparing Build Plate

Instructions for preparing the flexible build plate for printing.

Touch Screen

Build & Model Selection

Navigating to select 3D models and start builds.

Build Menu

Options for choosing build file destinations.

Touch Screen

Build Status

Monitoring active build progress and controls.

Print Queue Menu

Managing and viewing queued print jobs.

Touch Screen

Filament

Accessing filament loading and changing options.

Level

Initiating the build plate leveling process.

Touch Screen

Tools

Accessing various printer functions and settings.

Network

Connecting to Wi-Fi and managing network settings.

Touch Screen

Calibrate

Moving extruder and platform to zero position.

Jog Mode

Manual control of extruder and platform movement.

Touch Screen

Settings

Customizing language, display, sounds, and reset options.

Preheat

Initiating extruder preheating for printing or clearing debris.

Touch Screen

About

Displaying printer information like firmware version and status.

Touch Screen Icons

Explanations of symbols used on the touch screen interface.

Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer Software

Details on installing and using the 3D slicing software.

Getting Ready to Build

Loading/Changing Filament

Procedure for loading or replacing filament.

Getting Ready to Build

Leveling Build Plate

Instructions for ensuring the build plate is properly leveled.

Getting Ready to Build

Connecting USB Cable

How to connect the printer to a computer via USB.

Connecting Ethernet

How to connect the printer to a network via Ethernet.

Building

Before You Build

Essential checks before starting a build.

Building from On-Printer Storage

How to initiate a build from internal storage.

Building

Building from USB Flash Drive

How to initiate a build from a USB drive.

Building from Print Queue

How to send prints from the Dremel cloud.

Canceling Your Build

Steps to stop or cancel an active print job.

Removing Your Object

Removing Your Object from the Build Plate

Instructions for safely detaching prints from the build plate.

Removing Supports

Guidance on removing support structures from prints.

Dremel Cloud Platform

Best Practices

Maintenance

Unclogging the Extruder

Procedure to clear filament blockages in the extruder.

Maintenance

Firmware Updates

Methods for updating the printer's firmware.

Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior and components.

Troubleshooting

Firmware & Open Source Software

Firmware Updates

Information on obtaining and installing firmware updates.

Open Source Software

Details on open source licenses used in the product.

Warranty regarding Open Source Software

Dremel's warranty limitations for open source components.

Dremel Limited Warranty

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Other manuals for Dremel 3D40 FLEX

Questions and Answers:

Dremel 3D40 FLEX Specifications

Summary

Operating/Safety Instructions

Safety Symbols

General Safety Warnings

Work Area Safety

Electrical Safety

Personal Safety

Dremel 3D40 Use and Care

Service

Symbols

Dremel Remote Services

FCC Compliance

Information on Intellectual Property

Specifications

Building

Filament

Software

Electrical Requirements

Resources

Quick Start Guide

Dremel 3D Website

Dremel 3D Customer Support

Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer Software

Glossary of Terms

Introduction

Kit Contents

Unpacking

Getting To Know Your 3D40 FLEX

Initial Setup

Preparing Build Plate

Touch Screen

Build & Model Selection

Build Menu

Touch Screen

Build Status

Print Queue Menu

Touch Screen

Filament

Level

Touch Screen

Tools

Network

Touch Screen

Calibrate

Jog Mode

Touch Screen

Settings

Preheat

Touch Screen

About

Touch Screen Icons

Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer Software

Getting Ready to Build

Loading/Changing Filament

Getting Ready to Build

Leveling Build Plate

Getting Ready to Build

Connecting USB Cable

Connecting Ethernet

Building

Before You Build

Building from On-Printer Storage

Building

Building from USB Flash Drive

Building from Print Queue

Canceling Your Build

Removing Your Object

Removing Your Object from the Build Plate

Removing Supports

Dremel Cloud Platform

Best Practices

Maintenance

Unclogging the Extruder

Maintenance

Firmware Updates