3D Printer — Getting Started
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2 min readNov 14, 2018
You might have only thought about printing a 3D object, but now you can bring your own into the real world. We have a 3d printer in our workshop room, so it’s easy to try it now. Check the basic specs of our printer below:
- Model name: Up Plus 2 (user manual pdf)
- Printing Technology: MEM (Melted Extrusion Modeling)
- Build Volume: 140 x 140 x 135 mm (5.5″ x 5.5″ x 5.3″)
- Optimum Layer Resolution: 150 microns
- Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm
- Compatible Materials: ABS, ABS+, PLA, PLA Composites, Conductive, Wood, Bronze, Flexible, Nylon, Polycarbonate, Carbon Fiber, PET, ASA and more
See its user manual for more details.
3D Model Preparation
- create or download a 3D model
- export it as a STL file which is the most common 3D format for 3D printers
- transfer the file to the PC beside the 3D printer via a USB memory
- launch Up Studio app from Start menu
- add the object from the file
- centerize the object and adjust its scale if needed
Printing
- confirm the USB connection between the printer and the PC
- turn the printer on
- initialize the printer from Up Studio app
- start printing
Changing Fillament
(coming soon…)
Fee
If you’re a member of OSSCafe, feel free to use our printer. Donations are welcome to help maintain the printer:
- min: the cost of fillament you used
- max: as you like
Thanks!