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3D Printing (Spokane County Library District) - Learning Resources

Learning_Circles

#1

What recommendations do you have for other facilitators who are using "3D Printing"? Consider sharing additional resources you found helpful, activities that worked particularly well, and some reflections on who this course is best suited for. For more information, see this course on P2PU’s course page.

Nico_Koenig

#2

@Dianne_Connery from Pottsboro Texas thinking of running a learning circle using Tinkercad. Any recommendations from those who have done it before? @grif @Susannah_Borysthen-T ?

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Susannah_Borysthen-T

#3

I have run two successful Learning Circles on the basics of Tinkercad, a free, web-based CAD program and a great place for beginners to start. Our library (Cambridge Public Library in MA) is fortunate to have access to Lynda.com, so we used the Lynda course “Learning Tinkercad.” However, the Tinkercad website has some perfectly good introductory video tutorials and guided projects that you could start with. You could supplement those with additional YouTube videos (there are so many of them!).

The groups who registered for these Learning Circles were pretty varied in age: from a retired math teacher, to young professionals in tech industries, to a mother/10-year-old son duo. Most of them were simply interested in learning a new skill, and because our library has a 3D printer, they were all able to submit a small print job by the end of the 4-week course. Let me know if you have any more questions! I’m happy to share.

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Danielle_Milton

#4

Hi, we had planned to do about the same as Susannah^^, but unfortunately we had poor timing and promotion for our learning circle, and no one attended. We also regularly have 3D printing drop in hours at the library, so we may have already reached our target market through another means. My plan was to use a combination of the Lynda.com course and the Tinkercad tutorials though.

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Dianne_Connery

#5

Thanks for the information. We do have a 3D printer at the library, but I’ve just printed files from Thingiverse.

Could you help me with what a meeting looks like? Would the group watch a video tutorial together and then each person work in Tinkercad on their own computer for the duration of the class? And the next week watch another video as a group and then work independently? I’m picturing that the idea is that they are helping each other as questions come up.

Dianne

Susannah_Borysthen-T

#6

Yes, we watched video tutorials (just a few minutes at a time) and then paused to practice on our own laptops. I also created a few “design challenges” for each class (Figure out how to create a cube with a hole through the middle, e.g.), and I invited members of the class to demonstrate their solutions for everyone. So, the takeaway is: if you are working from video tutorials, pause frequently to keep people engaged.

Dianne_Connery

#7

I like the idea of drop in hours. In addition to the learning circle. We’ll give that a try.

Dianne_Connery

#8

Perfect. This is exactly what I needed. Thanks

grif

#9

Are you able to share those weekly agendas that you made? Or did those come from Lynda? (I was actually a participant in this learning circle last March/April and I thought that it went really well!)

Susannah_Borysthen-T

#10

Yes! I’ll attach them here. @Dianne_Connery Of course, a lot of the information is specific to the Lynda course, but you’ll get a sense of how I structured the class, and you’ll be able to see the design exercises that we did together.3D Week 4.pdf (204.7 KB) 3D Week 3.pdf (257.2 KB) 3D Week 2.pdf (197.8 KB) 3D Week 1.pdf (98.6 KB)

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Sat, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

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Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

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Sat, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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Have you resolved to exercise more this new year? Well, this exercise program is designed for you alone or the entire family to dance together to jazz music! Get moving while having fun!

Video Studio Orientation

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Tue, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Tue, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Wed, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Wed, Jan 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

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Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

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Toddler Storytime Play & Learn

Thu, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 18 months - 3 years old and their caregivers.

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Thu, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

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Preschool Storytime Play & Learn

Thu, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 1

Thu, Jan 19, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Warning, Lasers! Digital Wood Crafting - For Kids Ages 10-18

Thu, Jan 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Lasers, learning vector illustration, and making your own custom wood cutouts!

Family Storytime Play & Learn

Fri, Jan 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Stories and play time for children approximately ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Friday Night Paint: Tropical Sunrise - Virtual Event

Fri, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Adult Coloring

Sat, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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Drop-in anytime between 10:30am and 12pm to enjoy coffee, tea, and adult coloring. Bring your creativity and we'll provide the coloring supplies!

Book Club - Anxious People

Sat, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Join us for a book discussion of "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 2

Sat, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

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Sat, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Have you resolved to exercise more this new year? Well, this exercise program is designed for you alone or the entire family to dance together to jazz music! Get moving while having fun!

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

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Baby Storytime Play & Learn

Mon, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

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Tue, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Tue, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Tue, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Stories and play time for children approximately ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.

Yarn Group for Teens - For Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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Bring your knitting or crochet project to work on with other teens and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. New to knitting or crochet? We can teach you the basics and provide everything to get you started!

Preschool Storytime Play & Learn

Wed, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Toddler Storytime Play & Learn

Wed, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.

Genealogy Help: Drop In!

Wed, Jan 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central

Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

Yarn Group for Teens - For Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Jan 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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Bring your knitting or crochet project to work on with other teens and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. New to knitting or crochet? We can teach you the basics and provide everything to get you started!

Drop-in Video Studio Hours

Thu, Jan 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Toddler Storytime Play & Learn

Thu, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

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Stories and play time for children approximately ages 18 months - 3 years old and their caregivers.

Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids Ages 0-18mo

Thu, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Preschool Storytime Play & Learn

Thu, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Inland Northwest Special Collections Creative Writing Tour - Featuring Jess Walter

Thu, Jan 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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An educational and generative writing workshop (with prompts!) where aspiring historical fiction and non-fiction writers can learn about how research inspires the work of lauded local writers.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 1

Thu, Jan 26, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Family Storytime Play & Learn

Fri, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central - Central Events B

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Sustainable Film Discussion

Sat, Jan 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Join us to watch the documentary 'Sustainable' and stay afterward for a discussion.

Sound! Stories and Fun - For Families of All Ages

Sat, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Central Events A

We'll explore sound through a short storytime, then children will interact with materials to create a wind chime to take home.

Inland Northwest Landscape & Legends - With Artist-In-Residence Megan Perkins

Sat, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Studio E

Artist-In-Residence Megan Perkins will be talking about her latest art project exploring the history, mythology, geology, & tall tales of the INW. She is also seeking story inspiration from YOU!

What's Cooking with Juan Juan? Cheeseburger Eggrolls!

Sat, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Cheeseburger Eggrolls? This must be the mother of all fusion cooking! Check out how this American staple is spun with an Asian twist in this nod to the Lunar New Year!

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 2

Sat, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Let's Dance: a Family Exercise/Dance Program

Sat, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Have you resolved to exercise more this new year? Well, this exercise program is designed for you alone or the entire family to dance together to jazz music! Get moving while having fun!

East Asian Tea and Wellbeing

Sat, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Dr. Chien will lead a contemplation tea drinking activity combined with resiliency skills to promote wellness.

How to Reduce Waste - Green Living

Sun, Jan 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Living an environmentally conscious lifestyle can be challenging with our busy schedules. Come learn some tips for reducing your waste and living a healthier lifestyle. Be ready to share your ideas!

Baby Storytime Play & Learn

Mon, Jan 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Stories and play time for babies ages 0-18 months and their caregivers.

Preschool Storytime Play & Learn

Tue, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Toddler Storytime Play & Learn

Tue, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Stories and play time for children approximately ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.

Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Play a variety of video games from newer titles to classic ones!

Genealogy Help: Drop In!

Wed, Feb 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central

Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

Business Resources Discussion - With Business Librarian Mark Pond

Wed, Feb 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

- Conference A

A quick, 90-minute overview of the Spokane Public Library's business research toolbox. Come on in and get connected to the range of support available to Spokane's businesses.

Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Feb 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Play a variety of video games from newer titles to classic ones!

Video Expert Class

Thu, Feb 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Learn from video professionals as they teach specific video techniques.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 1

Thu, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Poetry Rising

Thu, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Celebrate Black History Month with poet Stephen Pitters & soul singer Robert Robinson. Bob & Erin Bartlett will share a black family story of slavery & freedom with Noah Bartlett playing bass guitar.

Poetry Out Loud - A High School Poetry Competition with Spokane Arts

Thu, Feb 02, 6:45pm - 8:30pm

Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall

Students from area high schools recite poetry in hopes of advancing to the state final. Poetry Out Loud is a national program for students to combine memorization and recitation with performance.

FILM: 'Mary Lou Williams: The Lady Who Swings the Band' - The Unsung Hero of Jazz History

Sat, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

The Hive - The Hive Events C

Celebrate Black History Month by learning about the life of Mary Lou Williams, an American jazz pianist, arranger, and composer.

Braiding Basics

Sun, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Sharron Davis will share braiding techniques like parting/sectioning, single (individual) braids, and French braids. Please bring a friend of any age to practice on!

Video Studio Orientation

Tue, Feb 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Get familiar with the video studio and gear so you can book self-service time.

Virtual Reality for Teens - For Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other teens in the Spokane area. We have four new Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!

Virtual Reality for Teens - For Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Feb 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other teens in the Spokane area. We have four new Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!

Warps and Wefts of Weaving - Hands-On Workshop

Wed, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Studio E

The Hive® Artist-In-Residence, Judy Olsen will review the basics of weaving and lead you through a simple weaving project.

Drop-in Video Studio Hours

Thu, Feb 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Open hours to the public. No reservation required. Just drop in for help with any video project.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 1

Thu, Feb 09, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 2

Sat, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Bollywood Dancing

Sun, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Professional dancer Devika Gates will teach Bollywood dancing. Wear loose clothes and join in the fun! No prior experience needed.

Video Class

Tue, Feb 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Gain in-depth training on a variety of video skills taught by Video Production Specialist, Ryan Tucker.

Anime Club for Teens

Wed, Feb 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Studio

Come watch anime at the library with other teens and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.

Inland Northwest Special Collections Writing Workshop - With Jack Nisbet

Thu, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

An educational and inspiring workshop where writers can learn about the INSC's wealth of resources. This session features award-winning writer Jack Nisbet.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 1

Thu, Feb 16, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - Table 2

Sat, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other teens in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

3D printer in the hands of librarians!

Hello everyone! This is a brief overview of a printer that has been living in our library since December 2020. In fact, the choice of printer is random, but despite this, we were satisfied with the choice. The printer daily pleases us with its work. We want to share with you our experience and practical communication with the ZENIT DUO

unit. Our employees do not have special education in installing software and generally working with this device. But, as it seems to us, we were able to become friends and for 4 months now we have been demanding, and he diligently fulfills our orders. nine0003

So, let's start with unpacking. Yes, indeed, suppliers have taken care of the safety of the printer during operation. All moving parts were fixed and equipped with air cushions, which allowed the printer to arrive to us safe and sound. Opening the box, we immediately see a folder with a complete package of documents + software. Yes, this is nice, as it saves time searching the Internet for the "gray matter" of the printer - processing systems and programs. And most importantly, it has Instructions: connection, configuration, operation and maintenance. nine0003

The instruction is written in an accessible language for the librarian. Everything seems to be very clear and accessible. But we still did not understand where our prefabricated stands for spools with filament had gone. Yes, we were a little unlucky, the kit was not complete. But we are optimistic librarians and our hands are growing from where it is necessary. As a result, we got our own beautiful stand, in the form of the letter “Z”, so that our creativity does not depart from the company “ZENIT”.

So, thanks to the detailed instructions, we installed the necessary programs and drivers, which are presented on the memory card in the package. The printer is connected to the computer via a USB cable. Nothing complicated. By connecting the cable, the printer can be controlled from a computer: printing, platform control, fans, heating, etc. nine0003

A very important point! Don't forget to adjust your printer settings in your print program! All of them are in the instructions. Otherwise, your unit may "hit the walls" because it does not know the spatial restrictions for printing.

At some point, for reasons unknown to us, our computer stops seeing the printer. Disappointment…. And here the same memory card that came in the kit comes to the rescue! Yes, our printer does not need to be connected to a computer to print. We recorded the desired file on a USB flash drive, inserted it into the printer and put it to print. nine0003

For "manual" control of the printer, the developers tried and instead of numerous buttons placed an encoder-control joystick in the form of a wheel with a panel in the printer case. The wheel is easy to operate and, if you can read, you can easily figure it out and find the desired function in the menu.

Let's start printing. As we librarians love to read, we have read millions of comments on social networks that "in order for the model to attach well to the surface of the table - to the glass, you need special glue. " But we are brave librarians, so we decided not to use any special means at the first printing. And, oh miracle! We succeeded. The first test cube we printed came off the glass easily. And all why? Because the developers have worked hard again and made our lives easier! Thanks to a special film, printed models are easily removed, even if the table is not cold. Thanks developers! nine0003

And so... We want to share the result of our friendship with a 3D printer. Piggy banks, figurines, animals, mobile toys, caskets and much more. The settings allow you to change the print fill rate, print speed, model size and plastic type.

Like seasoned professionals, we librarians already have a basic set of models of so-called “work flaws”. Thanks to which we learn to correct printing errors.

Holidays. Like all people on the planet, technology also likes to relax. Weekends usually come unexpectedly and are associated with contamination and clogging of the extruder nozzle. As we found out, such a misfortune happens often and with all printers. Therefore, we were not upset, but found a way to clean the printer. There were 2 needles in the kit, which, unfortunately, quickly deteriorated. And with a nationwide search, we picked up a wire, and also ordered needles for cleaning in parallel. But it took a long time. Therefore, the printer had a vacation of 28 working days, all according to the law. nine0003

Nothing lasts forever. Still, we had to additionally purchase glue for the table surface. Since the production film deteriorated: first bubbles appeared, then it partially came off along with the printed model. As a result, when the extruder moved, the models came off the table and had to stop printing. There are samples that never came to light. While we were purchasing glue, our printer managed to rest and now nothing prevents it from working efficiently and productively for several hours in a row. Yes, the performance of our printer can be envied. nine0003

When the printer is hot, it lights up red, when not hot, blue. For us librarians, this is a very good option. Excursions are very often held in the library, after which our readers know that red is a dangerous color, warning that it is impossible to approach the printer at this moment, when it is heated and prints close. No, if you do not open the door and do not touch the heating element, you cannot get burned, everything is safe, but our words protect the printer from shocks and unnecessary extraneous movement. Thanks to the developers for the talking backlight! nine0003

Well, that's it! Librarians say goodbye to you, we hope that the information was useful to you.

REC Wiki » Best 3D printing software in 2022

3D printing is a multi-step process, because you first need to design a 3D model, check it for errors, convert it to machine code, and only then 3D printing goes into business. a printer. In this article, we will share examples of programs that can help at every stage of preparatory work and directly during 3D printing. nine0003

Contents:

  • ZBrushCoreMini
  • 3D Builder
  • SketchUp Free
  • Fusion 360
  • FreeCAD
  • Blender

    • 2. Editing and repairing STL files:

    • Meshmixer
    • MeshLab
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      3. Slicers:

      • Cura
      • PrusaSlicer
      • ideaMaker
      • ChiTuBox Basic
      • Lychee Slicer
      • Kiri:Moto
      • IceSL

      4. Control programs:

      • OctoPrint
      • MatterControl 2.0
      • AstroPrint

      5. Programs for visualizing G-code

      • UVTools
      • WebPrinter
      • Gcode Analyzer
      • Design Software
      1. 3D modeling software

      If you are ready to create from scratch, you will have to learn special 3D modeling software. Many of them, especially professional computer-aided design systems, can be expensive investments, but on the other hand, there are plenty of quite capable and at the same time free offers on the market. nine0003

      Tinkercad

      Tinkercad is a browser-based application from Autodesk that is great for no-experience users, even kids, because of its simplicity. In this program, 3D models are built on the basis of basic blocks - simple geometric shapes that are joined together and then "filed" to the finished look. You can also convert 2D vector images into 3D models. Of course, you have to pay for simplicity - in the case of Tinkercad, rather primitive functionality that makes it difficult to create truly complex models. But such a task is not worth it: having gained basic skills on Tinkercad, you can always move on to more complex and more capable programs on our list. nine0003

      ZBrushCoreMini official website

      ZBrushCoreMini

      ZBrushCoreMini is primarily a 3D sculpting tool, especially popular among those who create figures of people and animals, computer game characters and comics, and the like. This software is mainly aimed at beginners and users with moderate experience, but at the same time, it is full of impressive features that make the work easier. For example, dynamic tessellation algorithms constantly analyze the surface of the working model and automatically add polygons so that detail is not violated. nine0003

      ZbrushCoreMini is offered free of charge and is positioned as an entry-level program for learning and gradually moving to more capable and complex options - ZBrush and ZbrushCore.

      Official website

      3D Builder

      This program was developed by Microsoft and was included with Windows 10 for some time, although now it must be downloaded and installed separately. 3D Builder allows you to edit models in STL, OBJ, and 3MF formats, as well as create models from scratch. In this regard, the program is quite primitive, but it is simple and understandable even for novice modelers. nine0003

      One of the interesting features of 3D Builder is the ability to simplify meshes by reducing the number of polygons, file weight and processing time in the slicer - useful in cases where the original designer obviously went too far with polygons. Additionally, you can import models from the library and even use Kinect sensors to 3D scan and import physical object models.

      Official website

      SketchUp

      SketchUp is a web application with a great combination of simplicity and functionality. The user-friendly interface is intuitive and greatly facilitates learning, and the set of tools is quite diverse even for advanced users - hence the wide popularity of this program. nine0003

      The free version was formerly called SketchUp Make, but is now simply called SketchUp Free. It includes everything you need for 3D modeling for 3D printing, just don't forget to download the module for exporting STL files - it's also free. The kit comes with 10 GB of storage for projects in the cloud and access to the 3D Warehouse, a repository with open source user-generated content.

      Official site

      Fusion 360

      Professional CAD developed by Autodesk and famous for its ease of use and advanced functionality. This includes parametric modeling and mesh analysis and load distribution tools, including through generative design with topological optimization. The program is great for those who are engaged in 3D printing of functional products, for example, for industrial applications. nine0003

      Some versions of Fusion 360, such as hobby and student versions, are even available free of charge.

      Official website

      FreeCAD

      A feature-rich open source program well suited for those who have already mastered the basics and are ready to take their skills to the next level. The program relies on a parametric approach: at any point in history, you can scroll back and make changes to the parameters. The program even includes finite element analysis and a robotic system simulator. nine0003

      Official site

      Blender

      One of the most popular 3D modeling programs, but quite difficult to master. Not the best choice for a novice designer, but a great tool for those who have already gotten their hands on simpler editors. Fortunately, the popularity of Blender has led to a huge number of guides, tutorials, and visual examples published by experienced users for beginner colleagues.

      Developers are trying to make the program more convenient without sacrificing functionality: the interface has recently been updated, rendering has been improved, and 3D design and animation capabilities have been expanded. And yes, it's open source and freeware, so you don't risk anything. nine0003

      Official site

      2. Editing and repairing STL files

      If you find an interesting 3D model on the Internet, this does not mean that it can be immediately sent to a 3D printer. Many models are created for completely different needs, such as animations or video games, and in principle are not intended for 3D printing. But there is a solution: before processing such models into G-code, they must first be repaired so that the slicer can do its job well. The following programs on our list will help you cope with the repair. nine0003

      Meshmixer

      Meshmixer is an advanced and free program from Autodesk that allows you to view and check 3D models for errors in polygon meshes that can ruin 3D printing. If such problems are detected, the program can automatically repair meshes. One example of an application is finishing 3D scans to a state suitable for 3D printing.

      Additional functionality includes mesh blending, 3D sculpting, surface writing, cavity creation, support branching, mesh smoothing, and more. nine0003

      Official website

      MeshLab

      MeshLab is another open source program for editing polygonal meshes. MeshLab has the necessary tools for editing, checking, cleaning and converting meshes with the ability to combine meshes into one model and patch holes that can lead to incorrect processing of models into G-code.

      Official website

      3. Slicers

      Having received a 3D model, it must be converted into machine code - a series of commands understandable to CNC machines, including 3D printers. Slicers are responsible for this task - programs that accept digital models (usually in the form of files with STL, OBJ or 3MF extensions), analyze their structure, and then compile lists of actions for 3D printers, called G-code (Gcode). Such lists contain all the information necessary for the equipment: to what temperature to warm up the extruders and tables, whether to use airflow, along what trajectory and at what pace to lay the plastic. nine0003

      Cura

      Cura is a slicer from the Dutch company Ultimaker, designed primarily for proprietary 3D printers, but open source and compatible with most other FDM/FFF systems. The program is easily customizable with various plugins. Since this is a very popular program, the chances are that it already has a profile with optimal settings for your 3D printer. If not, then nothing prevents you from creating a profile manually or using profiles prepared by other users. nine0003

      The program has several levels of difficulty depending on the level of training - basic, advanced, expert and complete. The higher the level, the more access to customizable options. At a basic level, the program takes the bulk of the work on itself, helping inexperienced users.

      Cura is constantly being developed and improved through regular updates and is also offered free of charge, although a paid version of Cura Enterprise is available to professional users with licensed plug-ins from the Ultimaker Marketplace, technical support and additional security measures. nine0003

      In addition to converting 3D models to G-code, Cura can also take on the role of a control program, but this will require a constant connection between the 3D printer and the computer throughout the 3D printing. Professionals appreciate another feature of Cura - seamless integration with professional computer-aided design systems such as SolidWorks and Siemens NX.

      In general, Сura is suitable even for novice users, especially since a huge number of training videos and step-by-step guides are available for this program, both from developers and enthusiasts. nine0003

      Official website

      PrusaSlicer

      3D printer manufacturer Prusa Research, under the leadership of the legendary Czech engineer Josef Prusa, whose designs are copied and refined around the world, has developed its own open source software based on the Slic3r slicer. PrusaSlicer quickly gained popularity, as it not only retains the extensive settings of the original program, but also adds a number of useful features not found in Slic3r. nine0003

      A redesigned interface, support for Original Prusa branded 3D printers, and profiles with settings to work with many common polymers are just some of the improvements. Additionally, algorithms for generating support structures have been improved, support for multimaterial 3D printing and the ability to dynamically adjust the layer thickness have been added.

      PrusaSlicer can process models not only for FDM 3D printers, but also for stereolithographic systems printing with photopolymers. As with Cura, the user can select a difficulty level with appropriate access to fine-tuning. nine0003

      Official website

      ideaMaker

      Raise3D's slicer is optimized for branded additive hardware in the same way that PrusaSlicer is optimized for Original Prusa 3D printers, and Cura is optimized for Ultimaker 3D printers, but this does not mean that it cannot be use with third party systems. The organization of workflows and the interface is somewhat more complicated than in Cura and PrusaSlicer, but on the other hand, ideaMaker allows you to set up individual layers and apply textures for product customization. nine0003

      ideaMaker users can connect to the cloud platform and access hundreds of 3D printer profiles and materials created by other operators, or create their own library of settings.

      Add the ability to customize support structures, split models for more efficient 3D printing of large parts, integrated mesh repair tools, and OctoPrint compatibility, and you have a flexible, versatile program to suit the needs of most 3D printers. nine0003

      Official website

      ChiTuBox Basic

      This is a specialized slicer for those who use stereolithographic 3D printers that print with photopolymer resins. Most budget LCD masked stereolithography (MSLA) 3D printers rely on motherboards and firmware from ChiTu Systems, which also developed this software.

      Users gain control over technology-specific parameters such as layer exposure time, as well as access to predefined profiles with settings for many popular 3D printers. The slicer takes into account such moments as the orientation of the model and the automatic construction of support structures with the possibility of manual optimization. nine0003

      Official website

      Lychee Slicer

      A program from the independent Franco-Belgian team Mango 3D, not associated with 3D printer manufacturers, but with support for many popular stereolithographic 3D printers, including those from Elegoo, Anycubic, Phrozen and Creality.

      One of the features of this program is the high level of automation. If you wish, you can simply click on the "magic" button (it's called Magic), and the slicer will do everything by itself: it will orient the model on the platform, generate supports, and so on. Although, here you are lucky: the results are not always optimal, but usually adequate for relatively simple models. Otherwise, everything can be configured manually. nine0003

      The program is offered in free and paid versions. The functionality of the free version is slightly reduced, but it has everything you need.

      Official site

      Kiri:Moto

      Browser solution for those who lack computing power. Kiri:Moto can prepare 3D models for both 3D printing and laser engraving or milling. The settings are somewhat more primitive than in locally installed slicers, but are sufficient for most users. nine0003

      Official website

      IceSL

      IceSL is a combination software that combines slicing with 3D modeling. In the left window, you can edit 3D models using scripts in the Lua language, which makes it possible to perform parametric modeling. On the right side, the 3D printing settings are displayed. For beginners, pre-configured settings are available, while experienced users can take advantage of features such as specific adjustment of parameters for individual layers with automatic gradation of intermediate areas. For example, this allows you to gradually reduce or, conversely, increase the filling density of the product as it is built, or gradually change the thickness of the layers. nine0003

      Official website

      4. Control programs

      Control programs are designed for exactly this - managing workflows during 3D printing. Although you can insert a G-code drive into almost any 3D printer and press the start button, this is not always convenient, especially when you have to work with several 3D printers at the same time, and even more so when you do it remotely. This is where control programs come to the rescue. In addition, some of them offer additional functionality, including slicing and even editing 3D models. nine0003

      OctoPrint

      A web-based appliance that requires connection to a 3D printer via a microcomputer such as a Raspberry Pi equipped with a Wi-Fi module. This system allows you to control 3D printers remotely. OctoPrint accepts G-code from almost any slicer and provides the ability to visualize - view files before and during 3D printing. Alternatively, STL files can be loaded and processed directly in OctoPrint.

      OctoPrint not only provides all the necessary tools for remote management, but also allows you to track the work in progress using notifications via various instant messengers. nine0003

      This is a completely free, open source program with many plug-ins created by enthusiasts and available on the official website.

      Official website

      MatterControl

      MatterHackers offers its own control program, slicer and 3D editor in one package. MatterControl allows you to directly control and observe 3D printing, slice, export G-code to SD cards for offline printing, and even create 3D models from scratch. The 3D printer will need a Wi-Fi or USB connection to run MatterControl. nine0003

      The interface is well structured: on the left side there is a file browser and a library of simple geometric shapes. Interestingly, these shapes can be dragged into the 3D model and used as support structures.

      Basic functionality available in the free basic version, advanced users can pay to upgrade to MatterControl Pro.

      Official website

      AstroPrint

      AstroPrint is a cloud-based management platform that allows you to remotely monitor and control multiple 3D printers simultaneously, store files, convert 3D models to G-code, and track workflow statistics. The functionality ranges from basic in the free version to advanced with different levels of paid subscriptions. nine0003

      The 3D printer will require a Wi-Fi module to fully work with AstroPrint. In conjunction with the Raspberry Pi, the system is similar in functionality to OctoPrint: you can process models and send the finished code to a 3D printer via a web interface without the need for additional software. Another plus is integration with popular repositories of 3D models Thingiverse and MyMiniFactory, as well as 3D editors 3D Slash and Leopoly.

      Official website

      5. Programs for visualizing G-code

      What if you find an old file with a G-code, but you have no idea what it is and why - maybe garbage, or maybe an excellent, but long-forgotten model without a clear marking in the file name? The programs in this section will help you visualize the contents of such files.

      UVTools

      This program combines file browsing with layer editing and even model repair for stereolithographic 3D printing. The program can also be used as a plug-in for PrusaSlicer, adding support for third-party photopolymer 3D printers - although PrusaSlicer is open source, support for stereolithographic systems is still limited to branded equipment. At the same time, UVTools allows you to print calibration samples to check the exposure time and other parameters, which can be useful, for example, when working with new photopolymers that have not yet been tested. nine0003

      Official website

      WebPrinter

      A simple browser tool for quick G-code preview, developed by the same team that created the IceSL slicer and 3D editor. The application works very simply: follow the link, upload the file with the G-code and see how the 3D printer will grow the model according to the commands provided. Unfortunately, the functionality is limited: for example, the application does not provide information about temperature settings. On the other hand, you can quickly figure out what kind of model is hidden in a file with an incomprehensible name. nine0003

      Official website

      Gcode Analyzer

      An old but still very capable and popular G-code analysis web application. The 3D simulation doesn't work very well, but the 2D and G-code previews work great.

      Learn more