3D Printer finishing up large natural PLA object
by BotMill on May.17, 2012, under Videos
3D Printer finishing up large natural PLA object
How BotMill 3D Printers Take CAD to Plastic
by BotMill on May.17, 2012, under News, Tutorials
These days, as more and more people learn for the first time about 3D printing, we receive many questions regarding:
How do I take my 3D CAD file and send it to your 3D printer?
Well, here it goes:
- First, you will need to check if it saved in STL format. If it isn’t, please use a conversion software and follow up with a clean-up software of your choice.
- Use Skeinforge or Repsnapper to convert your file to GCODE.
- Skeinforge: For advance users. This program doesn’t send the file to the printer directly, instead it’s a sophisticated GCODE generator. Many people that have bought BotMill 3D Printers are now using them with this program and printing (what looks to me) like near commercial quality plastic pieces. After GCODE is generated with this program, use RepSnapper to send the file to your printer.
- RepSnapper: This program is full circle. Not only is it speedy fast with it’s GCODE generator, but you can also send the file directly to your printer. One downside is that the GCODE generator is not as sophisticated “yet” as Skeinforge.
- Use RepSnapper to send your file to your printer
- Connect your printer to the correct port. “click connect”
- Turn on heater. Make sure your printer has been warm for at least 5-10 minutes before printing.
- Load GCODE
- Position object on “virtual” board
- Test extrusion before printing any 3D plastic piece
- Click “Print” in top tab
That’s it! Once your object has finished to print, your extruder should return back to it’s home position (right above the aluminum purge plate).
Happy 3D Printer Printing – 3D Revolution!
3D Printer printing another 3D printer in Natural PLA – Nice Part!
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under Videos
3D Printer printing another 3D printer in Natural PLA – Nice Part!
BotMill.com gets a makeover!
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under News
BotMill is undergoing a total makeover. We are very excited about this and expect the new site to be available sometime later on today.
Keep checking in!
Turn your hand into a phone wi…
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under Tweets
Turn your hand into a phone with a 3D-printed glove – Recombu http://t.co/EIkQjIG7 via @recombu
Cast Yourself in Carbonite wit…
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under Tweets
Cast Yourself in Carbonite with the Carbon-Freeze Me Experience During Star Wars Weekends 2012 at Disney http://t.co/wEIAJ1Zh
3D Printing a large object with holes. Printing with Natural clear PLA
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under Videos
3D Printing a large object with holes. Printing with Natural clear PLA
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3D Systems Brings 3D Printing to AIA 2012
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under News
ROCK HILL, S.C., May 16, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — 3D Systems Corporation DDD +1.02% announced today that it will showcase its latest 3D content-to-print solutions at the American Institute of Architects’ 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC May 17-19th in booth number 2160.
Architects continue to stretch the limits on fine feature detail, speed and sizes to accommodate larger and more complex scale models. With our recently launched ZPrinter(R) 850, boasting the largest build platform in its class, architects can print larger scale, fine detailed models faster. Users can also stack up several small scale massing models in a single build, conducting quick design studies and concept iterations with their teammates, clients or regulatory boards.
“We are pleased to share our complete design to manufacturing capabilities with the attendees of AIA 2012,” said Cathy Lewis, Vice President of Global Marketing for 3D Systems. “Working closely with customers we have already transformed the way architects design and communicate. With our expanded range of on-site and cloud printing services we look forward to empowering more architects to create and make faster.”
About 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems is a leading provider of 3D content-to-print solutions including 3D printers, print materials and on-demand custom parts services for professionals and consumers alike. The company also provides creative content development, design productivity tools and curation services and downloads. Its expertly integrated solutions replace, displace and complement traditional methods and reduce the time and cost of designing new products by printing real parts directly from digital input. These solutions are used to rapidly design, communicate, prototype and produce functional parts, empowering its customers to create with confidence.
More information on the company is available at www.3DSystems.com .
The 3D Systems Corporation logo is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=4537
To experience our entire range of 3D content-to-print products and services please visit www.printin3D.com , www.production3dprinters.com , www.3Dproparts.com , www.zcorp.com , www.toptobottomdental.com , www.quickparts.com , www.alibre.com , www.bitsfrombytes.com , www.botmill.com , www.cubify.com , www.myrobotnation.com , www.freshfiber.com , www.The3dStudio.com , www.freedomofcreation.com , www.sycode.com , www.paramountind.com , blog.3dsystems.com, or via email at moreinfo@3Dsystems.com.
About AIA 2012
In May, thousands of architects and design professionals will convene in Washington, D.C., for the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition, the industry’s most comprehensive national event. This annual convention and design exposition is attended by principals, partners, and other top level leaders in the architecture community.
For more information visit http://convention.aia.org/event/convention-home.aspx .
This news release was distributed by GlobeNewswire, www.globenewswire.com
SOURCE: 3D Systems Corporation
3D Printer Updates for 2012-05-16
by BotMill on May.16, 2012, under Tweets
- 3D Systems Named as American Technology Award Finalist in Consumer Electronics Computers and Peripherals http://t.co/xvq78vEE #
- Qotd: What Would You Most Like to See Printed in 3D? – @Gizmodo http://t.co/2FraryWm #
- Design News – CAD/CAM Corner – Slideshow: The Fun Side of 3D Printing http://t.co/vVzvKsFQ via @designnews #
- ParaNorman Directors Sam Fell And Chris Butler On Why They Couldn't Make Their Movie Before Now http://t.co/ECCsdHCE via @cinemablend #
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