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* [[tools/3D_Printing/Bambu Lab P1P|Bambu Lab P1P]]
** '''Build Area:''' 256x256x256mm (Roughly 10x10x10 inches)
** Filament diameter: 1.75mm** '''Materials''': PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA, PET*** 1.75 mm filament
*** Can be fitted with hardened nozzles for printing filaments with fillers (carbon, glow, wood, etc.)
*** Supports PA, PC, ABS, ASA with addition of enclosure
** '''Workflow:'''
*** Does not support OctoPrint, must use stock app. Will receive username and password after training.
** '''Settings:'''
*** Recommend stock Bambu Studio settings
* [[tools/3D_Printing/Creality CR-10 S4|Creality CR-10 S4]]
** '''Build Area:''' 400x400x400 mm (Roughly 15.75x15.75x15.75 inches)
** Filament diameter'''Materials''': 1.75mmPLA and PETG*** Can work PLA and PETG (ask before be fitted with hardened nozzles for printing other materials or filaments with fillers (carbon, glow, wood, etc))** '''Workflow:''' [[tools/3D_Printing/OctoPrint|OctoPrint]]** '''Settings:''' *** [https://github.com/prusa3d/PrusaSlicer/releases Prusaslicer] (Slic3r): https://gist.github.com/MaxBareiss/9f97218f1111aa1ae0247e9d0fbc3083**** To load files go to: File > Import > Import Config Bundle*** Cura: https://gist.github.com/MaxBareiss/dffded4b12485aaded61313ad5667154
* [[tools/3D_Printing/Elegoo Saturn 8k|Elegoo Saturn 8k]]
** '''Build Area:''' 219x123x210 mm (Roughly 8.6x4.8x8.3 inches)
** SLA Resin printer** '''Settings:Materials''' Follow instructions on link above: 405nm UV Resin
== Current Hacksburg Filament Available and Resin ==These materials are available for members to use for small projects. Please purchase your own materials for larger projetcs. * Bambu PLA Green* ERYONE PLA filament (transparent blue) -- ~1kg spoolPlus Black
* ABS filament (green) -- ~1kg spool
== Usage and Workflow ==
The Creality general process for 3D printing is outlined below. Please see the individual printer is controlled via [[tools/3D_Printing/OctoPrint|OctoPrint]] running on a Raspberry Pi set up next to itpages for full details. The basic workflow is this:
# Convert 3D model to STL or download an STL filefrom online.#* https://www.printables.com/#* https://www.thingiverse.com/#* etc# "Slice" the STL file to generate GCode(or resin printer file).# Upload Prepare the printer#* Load filament#* Clean/level the bed#* Change nozzles if needed# Send the GCode to Octoprint and the printer.# Monitor the printer until the printis completed.
=== 3D Modeling/STL creation ===
We currently recommend [https://www.autodesksolidworks.com/productssolution/fusion3dexperience-solidworks-360makers SOLIDWORKS for Makers] or [https://www.alibre.com/atom3d/overview Fusion 360Alibre Atom3D] for creating 3D modelswhich are both available on the laser-room computer. It offers a Autodesk [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal Fusion 360] offers a free license for hobbyist use].
Other options which are FOSS include:
* [http://openscad.org/ OpenSCAD] is the more mature of the two programs. It uses a text-based scripting language to define a model using CSG, making it distinct from other CAD software. It is great for making parametric parts, where a user can easily modify critical dimensions.* [http://www.mattkeeter.com/projects/antimony/3/ Antimony] is a new programanother procedural modeling software, released in Spring 2015 as a visual approach which uses an interconnected graph of nodes to CSGdefine geometry (rather than plain text). While it It is easier to use, its STL export is considerably cruder (it uses a naive algorithm for creating models)no longer receiving updates.
* [http://solvespace.com/ SolveSpace] is a constraint-based, parametric CAD program. It has the advantage of having a more traditional CAD interface, but there is a bit of a learning curve; going through the tutorials on the program's website is highly recommended.
 Alternatively, you can download an STL file from an online 3D printing repository like [* [https://www.youmaginefreecad.comorg/|YouMagineFreeCAD]] or [https://www.thingiverse.com/ Thingiverse]. === GCode Production ===We recommend the use of PrusaSlicer (Slic3r) for the Creality CRis a constraint-10based, parametric CAD program. A settings file optimized for this printer Its interface is [https://gist.github.com/MaxBareiss/9f97218f1111aa1ae0247e9d0fbc3083 here]usually considered more difficult, but recent updates have improved the experience. The most important setting for this printer It is to set the maximum acceleration limit to 500 mm/s²a very powerful software with many built-in tools.
=== Visual Troubleshooting Guides ===
* http://reprap.org/wiki/Print_Troubleshooting_Pictorial_Guide
* https://www.simplify3d.com/support/print-quality-troubleshooting/
 
== Planned Printers ==
* Prusa i3 derivative
** Planning discussions started in early January 2015, but stalled.
** '''Current components:''' RAMPS board, Arduino, heated bed, thermistor, user interface board, one pulley with CL2 toothed belt
** '''Missing components:''' Just about everything else
 
== Old Printers ==
* [[tools:3D_Printing/Printrbot Simple|Printrbot Simple Makers Kit]]
** '''Build Area:''' Roughly 4x4x4 inches
** Can work PLA and ABS (has heated bed)
** '''Workflow:''' Connected to computer with Cura 2.4 series slicer.
** Portable; can run on battery power
*** Requires at least 12V @ 4A for running without heated bed
*** Running the heated bed on battery power has '''not''' been tested and is not allowed at present.
** '''Currently non-functional''' -- Power supply is dangerously unshielded.
* Solidoodle 3
** '''Build Area:''' Roughly 8x8x8 inches
** Has a heated bed
** Fully enclosed with acrylic sheeting
** '''Currently non-functional''' -- Has issues with Y-axis traversal, thermistor issues
* Mbot Cube (revision 1)
** '''Build Area:''' Roughly 8x8x8 inches
** No heated bed (though one can be added)
** Dual extruders (though they need alignment)
** Workflow
*** Uses Proprietary MPrint software to communicate with printer via USB
*** Can also print from an .x3g file read from the on-board SD card reader (2 GB maximum capacity); .x3g files can be made in ReplicatorG with appropriate configuration.
** '''Currently non-functional''' -- Bed alignment system is damaged; new print bed needed