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- | //**Note: You must have either taken [[workshops: | + | //**Note: You must have either taken [[workshops: |
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==== DON'T ==== | ==== DON'T ==== | ||
* DON'T use the 3D printers unless you have been trained. | * DON'T use the 3D printers unless you have been trained. | ||
- | * DON'T leave materials or tools laying out, near or on the 3D printers. | + | * DON'T leave materials or tools laying out, near or on the 3D printers. |
- | * DON'T attempt to modify or perform repairs on any equipment. Only the FabLab Area Lead, and those approved, are allowed to do so. | + | * //Such as filament |
- | * DON'T use any material not approved for use. Any materials not approved must be documented, reviewed and approved for use by the FabLab Area Lead. | + | * DON'T attempt to modify or perform repairs on any equipment. |
+ | * //Only the FabLab Area Lead, and those approved, are allowed to do so.// | ||
+ | * DON'T use any tapes, adhesives, " | ||
+ | * //This practice is no longer required like it was in the early days of 3D printing. You should be able to print straight onto clean, flat glass without any adhesion issues. If there is problems with being able to do so, reach out to the FabLab Area Lead for more assistance.// | ||
+ | * DON'T use material that is brittle or water logged. | ||
+ | * //To test if material is brittle or water logged, bend a piece of the filament in half with your fingers. If it yields but does not break, you should be good to use it. If it snaps, do NOT use it. You must dry the material before use. This prevents unnecessary and avoidable clogged hot ends.// | ||
+ | * DON'T use any material not approved for use. | ||
+ | * //Any materials not approved must be documented, reviewed and approved for use by the FabLab Area Lead.// | ||
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| **Can I use the 3D printers without having to take the 3D101 introductory course? I have previous 3D printing experience.** | | **Can I use the 3D printers without having to take the 3D101 introductory course? I have previous 3D printing experience.** | ||
- | | Yes — however, you must be able to perform and pass the 3D Printer | + | | Yes — however, you must be able to perform and pass the [[3dlab: |
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| **Can I use " | | **Can I use " | ||
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| **If I use material provided for use by Chatt*Lab, how much does it cost per print?** | | **If I use material provided for use by Chatt*Lab, how much does it cost per print?** | ||
| Cost of materials is measured by weight, not print. This includes both successful and failed prints, as well as support material. Material, unless otherwise stated, is **10¢/ | | Cost of materials is measured by weight, not print. This includes both successful and failed prints, as well as support material. Material, unless otherwise stated, is **10¢/ | ||
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+ | | **How do I perform a "cold pull"? | ||
+ | | To perform a successful cold pull, heat the nozzle 5-10°C above the normal temperature used for your material. Allow it to heat up and then extrude a moderate amount of filament, about 30-50mm to ensure there is filament in the nozzle. After that has been performed, lower the nozzle temperature to 90-100°C, this may take several minutes. Once it reaches the temperature designated, depress and hold the extruder arm and firmly pull on the filament. You should feel it release with a gentle pop and feel pressure on it as you continue to pull it. If you performed a successful cold pull, the tip of the filament should be in a conical shape like the inside of the nozzle. You should most likely also see thin wisps of filament surrounding it. If there is another color(s) other than the one you're using, perform a cold pull again, as this indicated there may be a partially clogged nozzle. | ||
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+ | If you're unsure of how to perform this and have taken either the 3D101 or the 3D Printing Accelerated Assessment, contact the FabLab Area Lead for assistance. | ||
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+ | | **What do I do if I attempted to perform a cold pull, but it was unsuccessful? | ||
+ | | Attempt to perform a cold pull once more. If it still fails, leave a tail of the filament, about 12", sticking from the extruder. Alert the FabLab Area Lead of the issue and discontinue use of the printer. | ||
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