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Printing Volume | 8" Length x 10" Width x 7.5" Height |
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Material Cost | September 1 through June 30: $2.00 per cubic inch |
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Stl File Format | The Powder Printer only accepts ".stl" files
to print. The following applications can export files directly to ".stl" format: (select .stl binary when given the option) Maya is not recommended, as converting Maya files to other formats lose many file properties. If you want to try your Maya file, export it as a .igs file and convert it to an .stl in Rhino. Please Note: These files need to be solids not surfaces for proper printing. |
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3D Printer Access and Printing Procedures |
1. Open your .stl file in Geomagic. Check your model for
the following:
- Holes: Ensure all parts of your model are joined together, there should not be any holes. - Scale: Set the correct scale of your model. - Thickness: To print your model hollow, use the Shell command in Geomagic to apply a thickness. Review the Geomagic tutorial for assistance. 2. Once your model has been reviewed and fixed (if necessary) in Geomagic, save the file (keep the .stl binary format) and see a DM staff member to submit the model for printing. 3. 3D Models will be printed on a first come first serve basis. Please plan accordingly. 4. All 3D models will be printed AS IS. Students are responsible for proper Orientation, Scale, Position, Weight, and Thin Fragile Models. 5. The Model's cost will be calculated by weight including the weight of the support structure build material. The cost of the build material is $8.00 per ounce (Arch Student Rate). 6. All models once completed must be removed by students, a maximum of 1 hour will be allowed for model to cure in the bed. A DM Staff member can then remove model/s at owners risk to prepare printer for next job. 7. All models will be billed to a Students Bursar Account or to a Class or Studio Budget. If these models are billed to a Class or Studio Budget, then prior written permission from the instructor needs to be obtained first. |
| 4. | Post Finishing Options | 1. No Cost-Bake in your oven: 4. Hight Cost-Z-bond: (approx $45.00 per 3.5oz bottle)
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