3D Printing
From TSAS Library
TSAS currently has one 3D printer, a Printrbot Play.
How to Print
- Earn the 3D Printing Badge
- Find a model, or make one. We can currently print up to 4" x 4" x 5" models.
- Download Cura, an open-source slicing program for 3D printers.
- Download the official TSAS Cura settings file here, and load it into Cura.
- Check your file for errors and make sure it fits!
- Fill out this form and email the file to the printer.
- Watch it print!
- 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 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.
Modeling Apps
External Links
- Slicers for beginners
- Excellent print troubleshooting guide from Simplify3D
- MorphoSource 3D scans of bones and artifacts!
- Turn Minecraft models into .stl files with Mineways