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3D Printing w/ Ultimaker In-Person
An introduction to slicing software and 3D printing with Ultimaker printers. Learn how to convert STL files (3D models) into step-by-step printing instructions (G-Code) using Cura. Get hands-on experience with a 3D printer and print the custom fidget spinner toy you designed in the "3D CAD w/ Fusion 360" workshop (a pre-requisite of this workshop). After taking this workshop you are certified to use our Ultimaker 3D printers during drop-in hours. Refer to the makerspace calendar to find when this workshop is offered.
You will learn:
- To generate G-Code using Ultimaker Cura ("Slicing" Software)
- To start, pause, abort a 3D print
- Cleaning up (post-processing) a 3D print
- Rules and Safety Protocols
Before attending this workshop:
- Download Cura to your laptop
- Attend a "3D CAD w/ Fusion 360" workshop
- Register to attend the workshop
- Date:
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024
- Time:
- 1:10pm - 2:10pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- KLIB 110 -- The Makerspace
- Categories:
- Makerspace Workshops