DIY Dry Box For 3D Printer Filament

Michael James Wilson
3 min readMar 5, 2023

3D Printing and a DIY Filament Dry Box

If you’ve been 3D printing for a while, you know how important it is to keep your filament dry. Moisture in filament can cause all sorts of problems, from poor print quality to clogged nozzles. That’s why a dry box is an essential tool for any serious 3D printer enthusiast.

In this tutorial, I will show you step-by-step how to build a dry box for your filament using some common materials and tools. I’ll cover everything from selecting the right parts, 3D printing some parts, and adding a hygrometer to monitor the humidity level. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a functional and reliable dry box that will keep your filament in top condition.

Building the DIY Filament Dry Box

Here are the models and steps I used to build my own boxes:

Models:

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Michael James Wilson
Michael James Wilson

Written by Michael James Wilson

I am a 3D printing and tech enthusiast. My articles represent my "journey of discovery" as I explore my 3DP and tech interests. See https://minimal3dp.com

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