3D Printing At Hive13
| Hive Printers | Type | Filament Size |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimaker 2 | Bowden | 2.85mm |
| Ender3v2 | Bowden | 1.75mm |
Learning Resources
Software & Tools Used
CAD
- Fusion 360
- FreeCAD
- Shapr
Slicing Software
A "Slicer," as it is referred to, is a piece of software that takes your 3D model, and "slices" it into layers and tool paths for the 3D printer to read.
- PrusaSlicer
- Cura
Materials
The overwhelming majority of desktop 3D printing is done in PLA. PETG is growing in popularity, as well as PC and PC Blends.
Typical Print Temperatures for PLA
- Nozzle Temperature: 215 C
- If the material has particulate in it (like glitter), raise nozzle temp to 220 C.
- Bed Temperature: 60 C
Who to ask questions to
- User:Heath (@heath on Slack)
To-Do List
- Resin Printer Prep
- Ventilation
- IPA & Other resin waste disposal
- Safety equipment
- Wash & Cure Station
- Filament Storage
- Tubs w/ airtight(ish) lids
- "Rechargeable" Desiccant (can be baked in ovens to release moisture it collects)
- Clearly marking spools of filament which type they are
Wishlist
- Webpage showing 3D Printer statuses
- camera ongoing prints
- maybe just octoprint?
- Ender3v2 enclosure
- Prusa XL (might be unrealistic, but I want it here, okay?!)
Copied from old wishlist:
- Resin 3d printer
- Powder 3d printer
- Dual extrusion FFF printer
- Smoothing stuff (acetone chamber?)
- New possibility coming out soon: PolySher from Polymaker
- Simplify3D software
- Large filament dehydrator
- Filament "library" with many types for members to try out
- hand-held 3d scanner for large objects (Cubify Sense?)