Luckily we have open source firmware and we can build our own printers.
Most ghost guns are not 3D printed so this is nothing but security theater and an invasion of privacy.
this post was submitted on 16 Sep 2025
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Given the diy-nature of almost every 3d printer, I can't see this being very useful for identifying prints.
Exactly my thoughts. I got my machine in 2017 and have replaced enough parts to make a ship of Theseus argument. Most of them weren't even due to wear, I just like rebuilding her. On top of that, every other printer I know is either all diy or kit built. I can't imagine this will stop anyone who genuinely wants to do harm.
This.
My first and only 3D printer to this day is an Ender 5.
But that Ender 5 is now partially converted to a ZeroG Mercury and the only thing that will be left original at the end will be the frame and some screws.
you know how easy it is to circumvent this?
relatively easy, its relatively easy. now you know.
Okay so if I want to print a gun I'll just tighten an eccentric nut or belt tensioner. Lol