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TSAS currently has two 3D printers: a [http://printrbot.com/project/play/ Printrbot Play] and a [http://reprap.org/wiki/Prusa_i3 Prusa i3] port Anet A8, called The Extruder by its builders. Technical information on our PrintrBot Play is [[PrintrBot Play|here]], and info on the Anet A8 is [[Anet A8|here]].
TSAS currently has two 3D printers: a PrintrBot Play and a [http://reprap.org/wiki/Prusa_i3 Prusa i3 clone], the Anet A8. Technical information on our PrintrBot Play is [[PrintrBot Play|here]], and info on the Anet A8 is [[Anet A8|here]].


== Getting Started ==
==How to Build a Model and 3D Print in 4 Steps==
# Install [[SketchUp|Sketchup and extensions]]
# Head to [[SketchUp on a Chromebook]] or [[SketchUp on the Desktop]]
# Build the [[3D Printing Badge]]
# Build the [[3D Printing Badge]]
# [[Slicing 3D Print Files|Slice]] the badge
# [[Slicing 3D Print Files|Slice]] the badge
# Set up the printer
# [[OctoPrint|Print it]]!
# [[Print it|OctoPrint]]!
# [http://192.168.25.126 Watch it print!]


==Further Printing==
==Further Printing==
# [[3D Model Sources|Find a model]], or [[Creating a Model to Print|make one]]. We can currently print up to 4" x 4" x 5" models on the PrintrBot. The Extruder prints up to 8" x 8" x 8" when fully operational.
# [[3D Model Sources|Find a model]], or [[Creating a Model to Print|make one]]. We can currently print up to 4" x 4" x 5" models on the PrintrBot. The Extruder prints up to 8" x 8" x 8" when fully operational.
# Download the Anet A8 Cura settings [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fk0oe_TBatxBlHTsmMcOb_JubE7gzhV9/view?usp=sharing here]
# Be sure to share your designs and creations in the [[3D Print Gallery|Gallery]]!
# Be sure to share your designs and creations in the [[3D Print Gallery|Gallery]]!


==Printing Rules==
==Printing Rules==
# You may not print objects subject to trademark or copyright law.
* You may not print objects subject to trademark or copyright law
# There is no charge to print original objects (those created by you) or those used for a class.
* There is no charge to print original objects (those created by you) or those used for a class
# Objects created by another artist not used for class cost $1.00 per hour of printing time.
* Objects created by another artist not used for class cost $1.00 per hour of printing time
# No weapons, including blades or firearms (including non-working replicas) may be printed.
* No weapons, including blades or firearms (including non-working replicas) may be printed
# No object that would violate the student code of conduct may be printed.
* No object that would violate the student code of conduct may be printed
 
== Modeling Apps ==
* [https://www.blender.org/ Blender]
* [http://pixologic.com/sculptris/ Sculptris], great for organic designs—begin with a ball of clay, then sculpt away!
* [http://stephaneginier.com/sculptgl/ SculptGL], browser tool similar to Sculptris.
* [http://www.sketchup.com/products/sketchup-make Sketchup Make], great for architecture and mechanical designs.
* [http://onshape.com OnShape], a website that allows you to create CAD models.


== External Links ==
== External Links ==
* [https://pinshape.com/blog/3d-slicer-settings-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-3d-printing-software/ Slicers for beginners]
* [https://pinshape.com/blog/3d-slicer-settings-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-3d-printing-software/ Slicers for beginners]
* Excellent print [https://www.simplify3d.com/support/print-quality-troubleshooting/ troubleshooting guide] from Simplify3D
* Excellent print [https://www.simplify3d.com/support/print-quality-troubleshooting/ troubleshooting guide] from Simplify3D
* [http://morphosource.org/index.php MorphoSource] 3D scans of bones and artifacts!
 
* Turn Minecraft models into .stl files with [http://www.realtimerendering.com/erich/minecraft/public/mineways/ Mineways] (Cura also does this natively!)
==Other Tools==
If you use these, tell us! We are always looking for better workflows.
* [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview Fusion 360] is very powerful, but has a learning curve.
* [http://www.tinkercad.com/ Tinkercad] the recommended online tool for beginners


[[Category:Maker Space]]
[[Category:Maker Space]]
[[Category:3D Printing]]
[[Category:3D Printing]]

Latest revision as of 10:13, 13 October 2019

TSAS currently has two 3D printers: a PrintrBot Play and a Prusa i3 clone, the Anet A8. Technical information on our PrintrBot Play is here, and info on the Anet A8 is here.

How to Build a Model and 3D Print in 4 Steps

  1. Head to SketchUp on a Chromebook or SketchUp on the Desktop
  2. Build the 3D Printing Badge
  3. Slice the badge
  4. Print it!

Further Printing

  1. Find a model, or make one. We can currently print up to 4" x 4" x 5" models on the PrintrBot. The Extruder prints up to 8" x 8" x 8" when fully operational.
  2. Download the Anet A8 Cura settings here
  3. Be sure to share your designs and creations in the Gallery!

Printing Rules

  • You may not print objects subject to trademark or copyright law
  • There is no charge to print original objects (those created by you) or those used for a class
  • Objects created by another artist not used for class cost $1.00 per hour of printing time
  • No weapons, including blades or firearms (including non-working replicas) may be printed
  • No object that would violate the student code of conduct may be printed

External Links

Other Tools

If you use these, tell us! We are always looking for better workflows.

  • Fusion 360 is very powerful, but has a learning curve.
  • Tinkercad the recommended online tool for beginners
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