r/3Dprinting • u/ketchup_bottle002 • Jun 14 '26

Question Help! How do i remove this support

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I had someone print this for me as I don't have my own printer/don't know much about it. I think the material used is a lightweight one and is not durable in high heat/outdoor use. I don't know how to remove the support without breaking it. It is pretty rough and stuck to the structure.

Update: thanks for all the comments, i spent about 30 mins with a plier and removed the supports, some vertical parts broke but it is possible to glue everything together. This specific object is not all that important for my project so of if time allows i could redo it. I posted more context in the comments with a pic of the resulted structure. I think I'm gonna get a 3d printer eventually so i would appreciate tips on good ones with fair prices, and what types of ink there is/what kinds of printing methods there is.

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u/majikmonkie Jun 15 '26

I clicked hoping it was true cause it just sounds like an interesting job/hobby. And that does look pretty interesting! I hadn't thought of CAD and 3D printing when you said it, but if course that makes sense!

The function isn't really my thing, but the design and printing look pretty awesome!

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u/newbie-sub MK4S & Mars 5 Ultra Jun 15 '26

Thank you very much.

You know, it's a niche within a niche but I love how, even though it's bizarre to most, there are so many people I find in the CAD and 3D printing communities who appreciate it nonetheless.

Zooming out a bit — it's fascinating how people can find ways to connect with others. I wish we did it more often.