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# [[Slicing 3D Print Files|Slice]] the badge
# [[Slicing 3D Print Files|Slice]] the badge
# [[OctoPrint|Print it]]!
# [[OctoPrint|Print it]]!
==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 ==
* [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
==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 powerful, but has a learning curve.
* [http://www.tinkercad.com/ Tinkercad] the recommended online tool for beginners
* [https://grid.space/kiri/ Kiri:Moto], a browser-based slicer
* [https://www.ideamaker.io/index.html ideaMaker] 3d printer profiles
[[Category:Maker Space]]
[[Category:3D Printing]]

Revision as of 06:56, 19 April 2021

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!


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.