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| 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]].
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| ==How to Build a Model and 3D Print in 4 Steps== | | ==How to Build a Model and 3D Print in 4 Steps== |
| # Head to [[SketchUp on a Chromebook]] or [[SketchUp on the Desktop]] | | # Head to [[SketchUp on a Chromebook]] or [[SketchUp on the Desktop]] |
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| # [[OctoPrint|Print it]]! | | # [[OctoPrint|Print it]]! |
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| ==Further Printing==
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| # [[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.
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| # Download the Anet A8 Cura settings [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fk0oe_TBatxBlHTsmMcOb_JubE7gzhV9/view?usp=sharing here]
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| # Be sure to share your designs and creations in the [[3D Print Gallery|Gallery]]!
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| ==Printing Rules==
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| * You may not print objects subject to trademark or copyright law
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| * There is no charge to print original objects (those created by you) or those used for a class
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| * Objects created by another artist not used for class cost $1.00 per hour of printing time
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| * No weapons, including blades or firearms (including non-working replicas) may be printed
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| * No object that would violate the student code of conduct may be printed
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| == External Links ==
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| * [https://pinshape.com/blog/3d-slicer-settings-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-3d-printing-software/ Slicers for beginners]
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| * Excellent print [https://www.simplify3d.com/support/print-quality-troubleshooting/ troubleshooting guide] from Simplify3D
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| ==Other Tools== | | ==Other Tools== |
| If you use these, tell us! We are always looking for better workflows.
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| * [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview Fusion 360] is very powerful, but has a learning curve.
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| * [http://www.tinkercad.com/ Tinkercad] the recommended online tool for beginners
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| [[Category:Maker Space]]
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