2013-11-16 – 3D Printing Workshop ~ Resource Download

Speakers Presentation PowerPoints

• DTSL
  • Main Presentation
  • Steps to install plug-in for Google Sketch-up for the export of STL
• FormWelkin
  • Main Presentation
  • Autodesk 123D Catch

Useful References

• Free STL resources
  • http://www.thingiverse.com/
• Software related :
  • Repetier-Host:  http://www.repetier.com/download/
    • Windows version: 0.90C
    • Mac version: 0.56
  • Slic3r: http://slic3r.org/download
    • Windows version: 0.9.10b
    • Mac version: 0.9.10b
  • SketchUp Make:  http://www.sketchup.com/download
    • (Windows and Mac versions available)
• Suggested platforms and OS support for SketchUp, Repetier-Host and Slic3r:
  • Mac: OS X 10.5 or higher, at least 4GB RAM, 500M harddisk space, i3 CPU or above
  • Windows:  Windows 7 (32bit or 64bit), at least 4G RAM, 500M harddisk space, i3 CPU or above
• USB connection
  • Use a single piece of USB cable (recommend with length less than 2m)
  • Connect 3D Printer to PC/Notebook with USB 2.0 port directly
  • Connecting PC and 3D printer via USB hub is not recommended
• Local ventilation
  • Please operate the 3D printer in area with good ventilation
  • For example, air conditioned indoor area with air condition or open windows/door or exhaust fan
• Power supply
  • Avoid using power plate or wiring board for 3D printer
• Filament
  • Filament should be dismounted from the 3D printer after use