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TSAS currently has two 3D printers: a | 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]]. | ||
==3D Print | ==How to Build a Model and 3D Print in 4 Steps== | ||
# | # 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 | ||
# [[OctoPrint|Print it]]! | # [[OctoPrint|Print it]]! | ||
==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 | |||
* 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 == | == 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 | ||
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* | ==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
- Head to SketchUp on a Chromebook or SketchUp on the Desktop
- Build the 3D Printing Badge
- Slice the badge
- Print it!
Further Printing
- 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.
- Download the Anet A8 Cura settings here
- 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
- Slicers for beginners
- Excellent print troubleshooting guide from Simplify3D
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