Getting started with our 3D printer
Steps to design and Print
Goal 1:
Create a usable STL file that can be 'sliced' in Cura and generate G-Code to be used with our "Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Printer V2"
If you have a part that you cannot cut out easily with our tools (bandsaw, files, etc) then perhaps a 3d printed part might work better for
1) Create a free Tinkercad account
2) Create a 3D model in Tinkercad. Follow the Tinkercad tutorials if needed
-You can create fairly precise models but thin parts will not be strong.
-Minimum 2mm thickness for your thinnest parts
3) Export the Tinkercad file as an STL
4) Open Cura and make sure the workspace is set up for the "Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Printer V2"
5) Import your STL file and place the object in the middle of the printing surface
6) Check your infill settings, supports if needed, weight and print time before exporting your G-Code file
Cura work files need to be checked by Mr. Holbrook prior to G-Code generation.
We need to check if supports are needed, if the size is appropriate, the infill settings, if there are overhangs, needed time for the print and amount of PLA filament required.
Designs over 50grams will take on average up to 10 hours of print time and cost students $3 or more. I recommend staying around 25grams or less
3D printing costs:
25 grams = $2
50 grams = $3
100 grams = $6
Goal 1:
Create a usable STL file that can be 'sliced' in Cura and generate G-Code to be used with our "Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Printer V2"
If you have a part that you cannot cut out easily with our tools (bandsaw, files, etc) then perhaps a 3d printed part might work better for
1) Create a free Tinkercad account
2) Create a 3D model in Tinkercad. Follow the Tinkercad tutorials if needed
-You can create fairly precise models but thin parts will not be strong.
-Minimum 2mm thickness for your thinnest parts
3) Export the Tinkercad file as an STL
4) Open Cura and make sure the workspace is set up for the "Monoprice MP Select Mini 3D Printer V2"
5) Import your STL file and place the object in the middle of the printing surface
6) Check your infill settings, supports if needed, weight and print time before exporting your G-Code file
Cura work files need to be checked by Mr. Holbrook prior to G-Code generation.
We need to check if supports are needed, if the size is appropriate, the infill settings, if there are overhangs, needed time for the print and amount of PLA filament required.
Designs over 50grams will take on average up to 10 hours of print time and cost students $3 or more. I recommend staying around 25grams or less
3D printing costs:
25 grams = $2
50 grams = $3
100 grams = $6