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==Ultimaker printers==
 
==Ultimaker printers==
The Makerspace has two 3D printers, the Ultimaker2+ and the Slightly higher Ultimaker2 extended+
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The Makerspace has three 3D printers, the Ultimaker2+, the Slightly higher Ultimaker2 extended+ and a Fancy Ultimakler 3 something with 2 nozzels.
  
 
* [https://ultimaker.com/3d-printers/ultimaker-2-plus Ultimaker2 series website]
 
* [https://ultimaker.com/3d-printers/ultimaker-2-plus Ultimaker2 series website]
* [[Ultimaker2|Wiki page about or Ultimaker2 printers including how to's]]
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* [[Ultimaker2|Wiki page about our Ultimaker2 printers, including how to's]]
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* Ultimaker 3 -- not yet documented. Possible [https://support.ultimaker.com/hc/en-us/article_attachments/360010834540/Ultimaker_3_manual__NL_.pdf manual] and, see page 11, filament diameter of 2.85mm
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The ultimaker 3 [[UltimakerBuildplateCamera|buildplate camera]] can be seen remotely through the CRM (but only if it is actually switched on and running/printing).
  
 
==Software==
 
==Software==
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The Ultimaker printers at the Space need a GCODE file as input. You can put your GCODE files on a SD memory card and insert the memory card directly in one of the Ultimaker 3D printer. The memory cardslot is on the front of the printer.
 
The Ultimaker printers at the Space need a GCODE file as input. You can put your GCODE files on a SD memory card and insert the memory card directly in one of the Ultimaker 3D printer. The memory cardslot is on the front of the printer.
  
* If you need to format your SD memory card (e.g. on MacOS), choose FAT32 and Master Boot Record (MBR)  
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* If you need to format your SD memory card (e.g. on MacOS), choose FAT32 and Master Boot Record (MBR) -- note that you need to expressly select FAT32; not the (new default) 'ExFAT'.
  
 
If you have a design file e.g. from Internet or a design program you need to convert your file, to the GCODE format or Ultimaker 3D printers can work with. STL is a common file file format and the easiest to to convert to GCODE. If you have a design in an other format it is possible to first convert this to the STL file format. Search with google for online conversion tools. (If you find a conversion tool, that gives good results, feel free to add URL here)  
 
If you have a design file e.g. from Internet or a design program you need to convert your file, to the GCODE format or Ultimaker 3D printers can work with. STL is a common file file format and the easiest to to convert to GCODE. If you have a design in an other format it is possible to first convert this to the STL file format. Search with google for online conversion tools. (If you find a conversion tool, that gives good results, feel free to add URL here)  
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Once you have your printable GCODE file on a SD memory card, or your laptop ready and connected, goto [[Ultimaker2]] for a step by step tutorial of the 3D printing process.
 
Once you have your printable GCODE file on a SD memory card, or your laptop ready and connected, goto [[Ultimaker2]] for a step by step tutorial of the 3D printing process.
  
= Unattended running =
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* Nextstep read: [[Ultimaker2]]
 
 
The two white Ultimaker 3D printers are one of the few machines that can run unattended/during the night (this is a big no-no for virtually every other machines) '''provided''' that the following rules are followed:
 
 
 
* Only on the 2 ultimaker 3D printers
 
* Only with Ultimaker approved/listed material (e.g. normal PLA, etc with normal settings)
 
* You must stay with the printer for the first 10 layers or 15 minutes or so.
 
* You must accept that another member removes your print when it is finished ''(or failed)''.
 
* You should plan to remove your print soon (i.e. next morning).
 
* You are encouraged to leave a note with your name or email address.
 
 
 
And make sure you have enough PLA on the spool and check that it won't tangle as it unrolls.
 

Huidige versie van 21 okt 2022 om 19:41

This equipment is safety category 3:

  • Mandatory, in person, instructions.
  • Make sure you read the Wiki before asking.

This equipment is Noise Category 3: Can be used at all hours. No limits.

This equipment can be left on overnight/ran unattended -- provided that the instructions on this page are followed to the letter.

Ultimaker printers

The Makerspace has three 3D printers, the Ultimaker2+, the Slightly higher Ultimaker2 extended+ and a Fancy Ultimakler 3 something with 2 nozzels.

The ultimaker 3 buildplate camera can be seen remotely through the CRM (but only if it is actually switched on and running/printing).

Software

For the design of 3D models, the following software can be used:

  • Open scad - Openscad is a open source software for creating solid 3D Cad objects (available on Wndows, MacOS and Unix/Linux). Openscad is a scripting language
  • Fusion 360 Fusion 360 is an integrated CAD/CAM/CAE software to design 3D models. For personal use it is free of charge (available on Windows, MacOS)
  • Tinkercad Tinkercad is a free, easy-to-use app for 3D design, electronics, and coding.


Any CAD software that is able to convert your design into a STL files is suitable for designing for or 3D printers. Alternatives are Sketch and Blender.

Using a SD memory card

The Ultimaker printers at the Space need a GCODE file as input. You can put your GCODE files on a SD memory card and insert the memory card directly in one of the Ultimaker 3D printer. The memory cardslot is on the front of the printer.

  • If you need to format your SD memory card (e.g. on MacOS), choose FAT32 and Master Boot Record (MBR) -- note that you need to expressly select FAT32; not the (new default) 'ExFAT'.

If you have a design file e.g. from Internet or a design program you need to convert your file, to the GCODE format or Ultimaker 3D printers can work with. STL is a common file file format and the easiest to to convert to GCODE. If you have a design in an other format it is possible to first convert this to the STL file format. Search with google for online conversion tools. (If you find a conversion tool, that gives good results, feel free to add URL here)

STL file can be converted into a GCODE by:

  • Cura Cura is used to slice the model and prepare the GCODE (file extension .NGO)
  • Slic3r Slic3r is used to slice the model and prepare the GCODE.

Using a laptop

There is also the option to directly print from your laptop, without using a memory card.

  • PrintRun allows direct control of the printer and offer more opportunities than Cura/Slic3r. The GCODE file is uploaded via the USB connection on the backside of the printer.

The printing process

Once you have your printable GCODE file on a SD memory card, or your laptop ready and connected, goto Ultimaker2 for a step by step tutorial of the 3D printing process.