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# Prepare a [[.gcode]] file, using settings for the 3DP Workbench. [[Simplify3D]] has a profile prepared that may be applied to most 3D file types.
 
# Prepare a [[.gcode]] file, using settings for the 3DP Workbench. [[Simplify3D]] has a profile prepared that may be applied to most 3D file types.
 
# Save [[.gcode]] file to an SD card and then insert SD card into slot on printer
 
# Save [[.gcode]] file to an SD card and then insert SD card into slot on printer
# Power on printer by setting the power switch on the back right side to 1 then pressing the 1 button on the front panel of the workbench
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# Power on printer by setting the power switch on the back right side to 1 then pressing the 1 button on the front panel of the workbench.
# .....etc
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# .....etc.
# i dont have the attention span for this
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# i dont have the attention span for this.
  
 
== Tips & Tricks ==
 
== Tips & Tricks ==
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* Ask Nic for instructions
  
 
== Troubleshooting/Common Problems ==
 
== Troubleshooting/Common Problems ==
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* The bed is never level. Give up and order your large print online.

Revision as of 10:42, 9 November 2016

Jobs run on the Workbench must be reviewed by __Space staff prior to printing.

The 3D Platform workbench is a large format 3D printer. It is currently fitted with a 3mm extruder.

Capabilities

  • 1 meter x 1 meter build area
  • Can print a wide variety of materials including PLA, PETG, ABS, NinjaFlex, nylon, T-Glase, HIPS, PVA, etc
  • Up to 70 micron resolution

How to use

  1. Prepare a .gcode file, using settings for the 3DP Workbench. Simplify3D has a profile prepared that may be applied to most 3D file types.
  2. Save .gcode file to an SD card and then insert SD card into slot on printer
  3. Power on printer by setting the power switch on the back right side to 1 then pressing the 1 button on the front panel of the workbench.
  4. .....etc.
  5. i dont have the attention span for this.

Tips & Tricks

  • Ask Nic for instructions

Troubleshooting/Common Problems

  • The bed is never level. Give up and order your large print online.