https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=Glorenzo16makerhub - User contributions [en]2026-04-15T12:38:12ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.35.7https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Speedy_300&diff=3919Speedy 3002019-04-13T02:03:20Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* CorelDRAW */</p>
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|Is laser cutter equipment=True<br />
|Is located in facility=Prototype Lab<br />
|Is used in domain=Electronics<br />
|Has name={{PAGENAME}}<br />
|Has icon=File:laser_cutter_icon.png<br />
|Has icondesc=Laser Engraver Icon<br />
|Has iconwname=File:laser_cutter_icon_name.png<br />
|Has image=File:laser_cutter_image.jpg<br />
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|Has description=<br />
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|Has model=Speedy 300<br />
|Has ace=Leif Newstrand;lnewstrand18@georgefox.edu<br />
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The Trotec Speedy 300 laser engraver is used to engrave and cut materials based on specified images and shapes. Also includes a rotary attachment to engrave cylindrical objects.<br />
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The current Ace of the {{PAGENAME}} is '''{{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace.Has name}}''' ({{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace.Has email address}}).<br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
<br />
* [https://www.troteclaser.com/en-us/laser-machines/laser-engravers-speedy-series/ Product Home Page]<br />
* [https://www.itee.uq.edu.au/etsg//filething/get/3156/Speedy-300-Manual-EN.pdf User Guide]<br />
<br />
== Training ==<br />
<br />
=== CorelDRAW ===<br />
The program you will be using to design is CorelDraw. It allows you to type in words, edit logos, make your own logos and such to engrave or cut out of your material.<br />
<br />
First off, to get your design, just copy an image and paste it into CorelDraw. Measure the size of your material, and set the page in CorelDRAW to those dimensions. You can alter the dimensions of the page you are putting the image on, and even the image itself in the top left. If you want to keep the image dimensions consistent, but just scale it down, click the lock button to the right of these dimensions. If you want to make your own design using text, squares, circles, etc, you can find everything you need in the column on the far left of the client. <br />
<br />
[[File:Image.png|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Once you have your design, we need to alter the colors a little bit so the Laser Cutter can understand what you want it to do. It goes like this: a red line with a hairline thickness will cut, and anything that is black will engrave. In order to do this, we need to split up the image into different pieces. This is called BitMapping, where it will divide the image into different pieces based on the color. Just right click and select Outline Trace → Logo. This works for the vast majority of things. If the detail is not good enough, try the other options and have some fun. After this, right click on the image and select Ungroup All Objects. This splits the image up into groups based on color, so you can tell the Laser Cutter what to cut and engrave.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch2.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Here is where you change colors. Select a block of color, and on the right, you will see a window allowing you to change the Outline (line thickness) and Fill (color). Be sure to set the color scale to RGB. You will see values for R, G, and B, where all colors can be made using these. When each color has a 0 next to it, it will be fully black. When the red has a 255 next to it and the other have 0, it will be fully red. Make sure you check these bit values before continuing, since the machine is set to cutting material ONLY when it sees 255, 0, 0, and it will engrave material ONLY when it sees 0, 0, 0. Everything else, make it white, which is 255, 255, 255. You can drag around the value in the little box of colors to make this quicker.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch3.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
So once you have finished your design, it’s time to send it to the Laser Cutter! Hit print, make sure it is sending to Trotec Engraver. Select Preferences to make sure you select and consult the supervisor for the Halftone option. For normal engraving on most materials, you will use Black and White, but there are some areas where you can alter it. Then you can save in info by selecting the button that shows the JC logo near the bottom of the window, and select OK to send the design to Job Control.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch4.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
=== Job Control & Laser Cutter ===<br />
Always make sure the material you are using is safe to use. There is an especially high risk when engraving plastics. Fumes from plastics can be toxic. Make sure you find the specific material you are using and check to see if it produces toxic fumes when burned. Never attempt to engrave PVC as it produces chlorine gas (the stuff they used in WWI).<br />
<br />
Also be aware that the laser cutter is only able to cut successfully through up to 1" of wood. It will also char the wood. If you want to engrave wood that is over 1" thick, that's perfectly fine. Just make sure that you come with a pre-cut shape to engrave upon or have a plan for cutting out your engraving after.<br />
<br />
Job Control lets you set up/create Material Profiles, change between the HoneyComb Table and the Rotary tool (mostly used for Hydroflasks), and choose a location to cut on your material.<br />
<br />
After you send your design to Job Control it will let you name your design and it will store it in a window on the right. If you do not see your design, be sure to select See All at the bottom of that window. This lets you see files ALL dpi types, rather than just a specific dpi type. Then select your material at the top left.You can check the print preview by double clicking the box showing your preview in the bottom right.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch5.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Alright, now it’s time to focus the laser onto your material. On the left of the Laser Cutter, there is its filter with a similar color scheme that looks like its nephew. On top of that will be a piece of metal that is shown below, this is the focusing tool. This mounts on the right side of the laser and sets the material a certain distance from the laser. Put your material in the top left of the Honeycomb Table, mount the focusing tool on the right side of the laser, then begin raising the table. The moment the focusing tool falls of from hitting your material, stop raising the table. Be sure to slow down toward the end of the process to assure the laser does not get too close to your material. You can then use the controls to put the laser at the top left of your material (assuming it is square). This keeps you and others from being idiots and wasting material.<br />
<br />
Double click/drag your design into the middle area and lock the top left corner of the design into the bottom right of the cursor. If the cursor is not already visible, be sure that the laser cutter is connected to Job Control via the USB symbol in the bottom right. You can click the Update in the bottom left to see the duration of the job, and now you are ready to click the Play button in the bottom right. For bigger jobs, the Laser Cutter will take a little bit of time to read the design. If it does not start immediately, don’t be scared. Just be supportive and it will begin shortly. If it does not start at all, ask for help from a worker.<br />
<br />
Once the job starts, stay with it. Be sure it is actually engraving/cutting the material. If it is not doing what it should be, stop it and consult the supervisor for assistance.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch6.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
=== Cutting Parts from SolidWorks ===<br />
CorelDraw can also take a part from SolidWorks to be cut out, but it must must be saved as a .dxf, not a SLDPRT.<br />
<br />
Suppose you want to take this very, very sad valve plate below and cut it out of acrylic. If you save it as a .dxf in the Isometric view, it will try to cut out that 2D form that you are looking at. To avoid this, orient the plate to the way you would want to see it cut out, and then save as a .dxf. Just like this.<br />
[[File:Plate.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]Once you have saved this as a .dxf, you can open it in CorelDraw, and follow the process above.<br />
<br />
=== Video ===<br />
<div><ul> <br />
<li style="display: inline-block;"> [[File:trotec_laser_engraving.mp4|thumb|none|400px|'''Engraving Demo''']] </li><br />
</ul></div><br />
<br />
=== '''Rotary Tool''' ===<br />
The Rotary Tool lets you cut and engrave cylindrical objects, the most popular of these being Hydroflasks. This part applies after you have already sent the file from CoreLDRAW to the Laser Cutter.<br />
<br />
To start off, go to Settings → Options → Hardware → Accessories. This is where you can switch from the HoneyComb Table to the Rotary Tool and vice versa. Enter the diameter of your thing (using the Calipers in the lab), as it tells the Rotary Tool how fast to turn as it engraves. Do not mess this up, or you will have a stretched/squeezed image. <br />
<br />
[[File:Rotary 1.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
So when you apply it, it will look like this below. The cursor will come up when it is connected, and then just slide your design to that cursor. It automatically flips the image for you so that it will look like the hydroflask in the examples (portrait), so don’t worry about rotating the image. <br />
<br />
[[File:Rotary2.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Next, pick the material Hydroflask → Black Mug, and now you are ready to engrave your thing! When you are finished, RESET THE SPACE! Put the Rotary Tool away and replace it with the HoneyComb Table.<br />
<br />
=== Examples ===<br />
[[File:Hydrowiki.jpg|left|thumb|400x400px]]</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Speedy_300&diff=3909Speedy 3002019-04-13T00:56:18Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Documentation */</p>
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<div>{{#set:<br />
|Is laser cutter equipment=True<br />
|Is located in facility=Prototype Lab<br />
|Is used in domain=Electronics<br />
|Has name={{PAGENAME}}<br />
|Has icon=File:laser_cutter_icon.png<br />
|Has icondesc=Laser Engraver Icon<br />
|Has iconwname=File:laser_cutter_icon_name.png<br />
|Has image=File:laser_cutter_image.jpg<br />
|Has imagedesc=The Trotec Speedy 300 Laser Engraver<br />
|Has description=<br />
|Has certification=<br />
|Has make=Trotec<br />
|Has model=Speedy 300<br />
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}}<br />
[[{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has icon|link=none}}|100px|left|top|{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has icondesc}}]]<br />
[[{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has image|link=none}}|300px|thumb|upright=1.5|{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has imagedesc}}]]<br />
The Trotec Speedy 300 laser engraver is used to engrave and cut materials based on specified images and shapes. Also includes a rotary attachment to engrave cylindrical objects.<br />
<br />
The current Ace of the {{PAGENAME}} is '''{{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace.Has name}}''' ({{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace.Has email address}}).<br />
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__TOC__<br />
<br />
<br />
== Documentation ==<br />
<br />
* [https://www.troteclaser.com/en-us/laser-machines/laser-engravers-speedy-series/ Product Home Page]<br />
* [https://www.itee.uq.edu.au/etsg//filething/get/3156/Speedy-300-Manual-EN.pdf User Guide]<br />
<br />
== Training ==<br />
<br />
=== CorelDRAW ===<br />
The program you will be using to design is CorelDraw. It allows you to type in words, edit logos, make your own logos and such to engrave or cut out of your material.<br />
<br />
First off, to get your design, just copy an image and paste it into CorelDraw just like you would if you were plagiarizing an essay. Measure the size of your material, and set the page in CorelDRAW to those dimensions. You can alter the dimensions of the page you are putting the image on, and even the image itself in the top left. If you want to keep the image dimensions consistent, but just scale it down, click the lock button to the right of these dimensions. If you want to make your own design using text, squares, circles, etc, you can find everything you need in the column on the far left of the client. <br />
<br />
[[File:Image.png|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Once you have your design, we need to alter the colors a little bit so the Laser Cutter can understand what you want it to do. It goes like this: a red line with a hairline thickness will cut, and anything that is black will engrave. In order to do this, we need to split up the image into different pieces. This is called BitMapping, where it will divide the image into different pieces based on the color. Just right click and select Outline Trace → Logo. This works for the vast majority of things. If the detail is not good enough, try the other options and have some fun. After this, right click on the image and select Ungroup All Objects. This splits the image up into groups based on color, so you can tell the Laser Cutter what to cut and engrave.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch2.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Here is where you change colors. Select a block of color, and on the right, you will see a window allowing you to change the Outline (line thickness) and Fill (color). Be sure to set the color scale to RGB. You will see values for R, G, and B, where all colors can be made using these. When each color has a 0 next to it, it will be fully black. When the red has a 255 next to it and the other have 0, it will be fully red. Make sure you check these bit values before continuing, since the machine is set to cutting material ONLY when it sees 255, 0, 0, and it will engrave material ONLY when it sees 0, 0, 0. Everything else, make it white, which is 255, 255, 255. You can drag around the value in the little box of colors to make this quicker.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch3.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
So once you have finished your design, it’s time to send it to the Laser Cutter! Hit print, make sure it is sending to Trotec Engraver. Select Preferences to make sure you select and consult the supervisor for the Halftone option. For normal engraving on most materials, you will use Black and White, but there are some areas where you can alter it. Then you can save in info by selecting the button that shows the JC logo near the bottom of the window, and select OK to send the design to Job Control.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch4.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
=== Job Control & Laser Cutter ===<br />
Always make sure the material you are using is safe to use. There is an especially high risk when engraving plastics. Fumes from plastics can be toxic. Make sure you find the specific material you are using and check to see if it produces toxic fumes when burned. Never attempt to engrave PVC as it produces chlorine gas (the stuff they used in WWI).<br />
<br />
Also be aware that the laser cutter is only able to cut successfully through up to 1" of wood. It will also char the wood. If you want to engrave wood that is over 1" thick, that's perfectly fine. Just make sure that you come with a pre-cut shape to engrave upon or have a plan for cutting out your engraving after.<br />
<br />
Job Control lets you set up/create Material Profiles, change between the HoneyComb Table and the Rotary tool (mostly used for Hydroflasks), and choose a location to cut on your material.<br />
<br />
After you send your design to Job Control it will let you name your design and it will store it in a window on the right. If you do not see your design, be sure to select See All at the bottom of that window. This lets you see files ALL dpi types, rather than just a specific dpi type. Then select your material at the top left.You can check the print preview by double clicking the box showing your preview in the bottom right.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch5.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Alright, now it’s time to focus the laser onto your material. On the left of the Laser Cutter, there is its filter with a similar color scheme that looks like its nephew. On top of that will be a piece of metal that is shown below, this is the focusing tool. This mounts on the right side of the laser and sets the material a certain distance from the laser. Put your material in the top left of the Honeycomb Table, mount the focusing tool on the right side of the laser, then begin raising the table. The moment the focusing tool falls of from hitting your material, stop raising the table. Be sure to slow down toward the end of the process to assure the laser does not get too close to your material. You can then use the controls to put the laser at the top left of your material (assuming it is square). This keeps you and others from being idiots and wasting material.<br />
<br />
Double click/drag your design into the middle area and lock the top left corner of the design into the bottom right of the cursor. If the cursor is not already visible, be sure that the laser cutter is connected to Job Control via the USB symbol in the bottom right. You can click the Update in the bottom left to see the duration of the job, and now you are ready to click the Play button in the bottom right. For bigger jobs, the Laser Cutter will take a little bit of time to read the design. If it does not start immediately, don’t be scared. Just be supportive and it will begin shortly. If it does not start at all, ask for help from a worker.<br />
<br />
Once the job starts, stay with it. Be sure it is actually engraving/cutting the material. If it is not doing what it should be, stop it and consult the supervisor for assistance.<br />
<br />
[[File:Mitch6.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
=== Cutting Parts from SolidWorks ===<br />
CorelDraw can also take a part from SolidWorks to be cut out, but it must must be saved as a .dxf, not a SLDPRT.<br />
<br />
Suppose you want to take this very, very sad valve plate below and cut it out of acrylic. If you save it as a .dxf in the Isometric view, it will try to cut out that 2D form that you are looking at. To avoid this, orient the plate to the way you would want to see it cut out, and then save as a .dxf. Just like this.<br />
[[File:Plate.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]Once you have saved this as a .dxf, you can open it in CorelDraw, and follow the process above.<br />
<br />
=== Video ===<br />
<div><ul> <br />
<li style="display: inline-block;"> [[File:trotec_laser_engraving.mp4|thumb|none|400px|'''Engraving Demo''']] </li><br />
</ul></div><br />
<br />
=== '''Rotary Tool''' ===<br />
The Rotary Tool lets you cut and engrave cylindrical objects, the most popular of these being Hydroflasks. This part applies after you have already sent the file from CoreLDRAW to the Laser Cutter.<br />
<br />
To start off, go to Settings → Options → Hardware → Accessories. This is where you can switch from the HoneyComb Table to the Rotary Tool and vice versa. Enter the diameter of your thing (using the Calipers in the lab), as it tells the Rotary Tool how fast to turn as it engraves. Do not mess this up, or you will have a stretched/squeezed image. <br />
<br />
[[File:Rotary 1.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
So when you apply it, it will look like this below. The cursor will come up when it is connected, and then just slide your design to that cursor. It automatically flips the image for you so that it will look like the hydroflask in the examples (portrait), so don’t worry about rotating the image. <br />
<br />
[[File:Rotary2.jpg|center|thumb|600x600px]]<br />
<br />
Next, pick the material Hydroflask → Black Mug, and now you are ready to engrave your thing! When you are finished, RESET THE SPACE! Put the Rotary Tool away and replace it with the HoneyComb Table.<br />
<br />
=== Examples ===<br />
[[File:Hydrowiki.jpg|left|thumb|400x400px]]</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Prototype_Lab&diff=2751Prototype Lab2019-02-13T20:21:41Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:prototype_lab.jpeg|300px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
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The current Aces of the {{PAGENAME}} are '''{{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace }}''' ({{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace_email }}). <br/><br/> <br />
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=Schedule=<br />
View the most up-to-date {{PAGENAME}} schedule [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xCN_BBKVIlBQyfPtv62ENxinOEKwJADMFcH0Gyy-ul8/edit?usp=sharing on this Google Sheet.]<br />
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=Equipment Overview =<br />
{{#ask:<br />
[[Is equipment::true]]<br />
[[Is located in facility::Prototype Lab]]<br />
|?Has make=Company<br />
|?Has model=Model |+width=10em<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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=== {{#set:<br />
| is facility = True<br />
|Has ace=Ben Kraske<br />
|Has ace=Gabi Lorenzo<br />
|Has ace_email=bkraske16@georgefox.edu<br />
|Has ace_email=glorenzo16@georgefox.edu<br />
}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
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Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
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We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
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When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
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Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
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Sweep when needed.<br />
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Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
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Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
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If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
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One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
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If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
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In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
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Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
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Keep in mind that '''every print should be recorded in the Job Log''' which every Prototype Lab mentor can access. This allows the Lab to track the material usages and success rates of the printers, as well as recording the prices of every print. <br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
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There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
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Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
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==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
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==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
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Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
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The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
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FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
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==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is a Thermo Haake DL30 Circulating Bath. It is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
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Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
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==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab (and Justin) are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Using the Bath==<br />
*[https://www.massetrecovery.com/Pictures11/dc30.pdf Instruction Manual] for the Thermo Haake DL30 Circulating Bath.<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to about 85 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This typically means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Tell the Bath Ace if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
***The bath may be sending out an error message in which case the Instruction Manual should be consulted.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
**'''How to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
***Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
***Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing)<br />
***Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
***Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
***Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
***Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
***''Clean the inside of the tank''<br />
****Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out the gunk<br />
****Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
****Replace the basket<br />
***Fill the bath up with water (use the clear bucket under the sink, fill this with water from the sink, pour the water into the bath) until the water level reaches 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Turn the bath on and have it heat up to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
***Take a pre-filled bottle of Sodium Hydroxide (located in the thin cabinet underneath the counter the bath sits on) and sprinkle some into the heated water<br />
***Allow the sprinkled amount to dissolve and repeat until all of the Sodium Hydroxide in the bottle has been dissolved in the bath<br />
***Refill the Sodium Hydroxide bottle if there is only one filled bottle left<br />
**'''How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:'''<br />
***Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles. This is very important. The granule Sodium Hydroxide (undiluted--undissolved) is much more dangerous.<br />
***There should be a mini funnel in the lab somewhere (it tends to move around some). Use the large Sodium Hydroxide bottle and mini funnel to refill the small bottles up to where the level in the last remaining bottle is. Always leave one bottle filled as a gauge for where to refill to. If a bottle has not been left filled, then fill the small bottle to about 1.5 inches below where the narrowing of the bottle begins.<br />
**'''When to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***This is not an exact science. Before the F370, all dissolvable support material was a translucent black. This meant that the bath would become a milky brown when it needed to be changed. Now the F370 introduces an opaque white material which causes the bath solution to continuously appear milky which creates confusion when trying to figure out when to change the solution.<br />
***As of right now, we recommend making a best guess. When the bath starts taking a very long time to dissolve support material, it is probably time to change the bath.<br />
***Some thoughts for changing this in the future:<br />
****Use the Job Log's ability to track the support material dissolved in the bath and develop a number for when the bath needs to be changed. Then set the Job Log up to alert the Lab when it has reached that number.<br />
****Attempt to obtain translucent black support material for the F370.<br />
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Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The current Ace of the {{PAGENAME}} is {{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace }} ({{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace_email }}). <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab (and Justin) are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Using the Bath==<br />
*[https://www.massetrecovery.com/Pictures11/dc30.pdf Instruction Manual] for the Thermo Haake DL30 Circulating Bath.<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to about 85 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
**'''How to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
***Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
***Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing)<br />
***Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
***Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
***Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
***Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
***''Clean the inside of the tank''<br />
****Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out the gunk<br />
****Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
****Replace the basket<br />
***Fill the bath up with water (use the clear bucket under the sink, fill this with water from the sink, pour the water into the bath) until the water level reaches 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Turn the bath on and have it heat up to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
***Take a pre-filled bottle of Sodium Hydroxide (located in the thin cabinet underneath the counter the bath sits on) and sprinkle some into the heated water<br />
***Allow the sprinkled amount to dissolve and repeat until all of the Sodium Hydroxide in the bottle has been dissolved in the bath<br />
***Refill the Sodium Hydroxide bottle if there is only one filled bottle left<br />
**'''How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:'''<br />
***Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles. This is very important. The granule Sodium Hydroxide (undiluted--undissolved) is much more dangerous.<br />
***There should be a mini funnel in the lab somewhere (it tends to move around some). Use the large Sodium Hydroxide bottle and mini funnel to refill the small bottles up to where the level in the last remaining bottle is. Always leave one bottle filled as a gauge for where to refill to. If a bottle has not been left filled, then fill the small bottle to about 1.5 inches below where the narrowing of the bottle begins.<br />
**'''When to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***This is not an exact science. Before the F370, all dissolvable support material was a translucent black. This meant that the bath would become a milky brown when it needed to be changed. Now the F370 introduces an opaque white material which causes the bath solution to continuously appear milky which creates confusion when trying to figure out when to change the solution.<br />
***As of right now, we recommend making a best guess. When the bath starts taking a very long time to dissolve support material, it is probably time to change the bath.<br />
***Some thoughts for changing this in the future:<br />
****Use the Job Log's ability to track the support material dissolved in the bath and develop a number for when the bath needs to be changed. Then set the Job Log up to alert the Lab when it has reached that number.<br />
****Attempt to obtain translucent black support material for the F370.<br />
****Attempt to use a chemical strength measurement to determine how strong the solution in the bath is and determine a checkpoint strength for when to switch the solution.</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2748Dissolvable Support Bath2019-02-13T20:12:30Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The current Ace of the {{PAGENAME}} is {{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace }} ({{#show: {{PAGENAME}} |?Has ace_email }}). <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab (and Justin) are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
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****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to about 85 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
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==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
**'''How to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
***Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
***Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing)<br />
***Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
***Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
***Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
***Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
***''Clean the inside of the tank''<br />
****Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out the gunk<br />
****Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
****Replace the basket<br />
***Fill the bath up with water (use the clear bucket under the sink, fill this with water from the sink, pour the water into the bath) until the water level reaches 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Turn the bath on and have it heat up to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
***Take a pre-filled bottle of Sodium Hydroxide (located in the thin cabinet underneath the counter the bath sits on) and sprinkle some into the heated water<br />
***Allow the sprinkled amount to dissolve and repeat until all of the Sodium Hydroxide in the bottle has been dissolved in the bath<br />
***Refill the Sodium Hydroxide bottle if there is only one filled bottle left<br />
**'''How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:'''<br />
***Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles. This is very important. The granule Sodium Hydroxide (undiluted--undissolved) is much more dangerous.<br />
***There should be a mini funnel in the lab somewhere (it tends to move around some). Use the large Sodium Hydroxide bottle and mini funnel to refill the small bottles up to where the level in the last remaining bottle is. Always leave one bottle filled as a gauge for where to refill to. If a bottle has not been left filled, then fill the small bottle to about 1.5 inches below where the narrowing of the bottle begins.<br />
**'''When to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***This is not an exact science. Before the F370, all dissolvable support material was a translucent black. This meant that the bath would become a milky brown when it needed to be changed. Now the F370 introduces an opaque white material which causes the bath solution to continuously appear milky which creates confusion when trying to figure out when to change the solution.<br />
***As of right now, we recommend making a best guess. When the bath starts taking a very long time to dissolve support material, it is probably time to change the bath.<br />
***Some thoughts for changing this in the future:<br />
****Use the Job Log's ability to track the support material dissolved in the bath and develop a number for when the bath needs to be changed. Then set the Job Log up to alert the Lab when it has reached that number.<br />
****Attempt to obtain translucent black support material for the F370.<br />
****Attempt to use a chemical strength measurement to determine how strong the solution in the bath is and determine a checkpoint strength for when to switch the solution.</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Prototype_Lab&diff=2541Prototype Lab2019-02-09T00:27:22Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
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The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
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Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
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Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
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=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
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We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
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If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
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Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
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When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
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Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
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Sweep when needed.<br />
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Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
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Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
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Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
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If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
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One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
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If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
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==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
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In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
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Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
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Keep in mind that '''every print should be recorded in the Job Log''' which every Prototype Lab mentor can access. This allows the Lab to track the material usages and success rates of the printers, as well as recording the prices of every print. <br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
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There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
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Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
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==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
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==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
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Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
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The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
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FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
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==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
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Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
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The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
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==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab (and Justin) are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
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==Mentors Only==<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
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==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
**'''How to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
***Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
***Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing)<br />
***Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
***Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
***Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
***Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
***''Clean the inside of the tank''<br />
****Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out the gunk<br />
****Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
****Replace the basket<br />
***Fill the bath up with water (use the clear bucket under the sink, fill this with water from the sink, pour the water into the bath) until the water level reaches 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Turn the bath on and have it heat up to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
***Take a pre-filled bottle of Sodium Hydroxide (located in the thin cabinet underneath the counter the bath sits on) and sprinkle some into the heated water<br />
***Allow the sprinkled amount to dissolve and repeat until all of the Sodium Hydroxide in the bottle has been dissolved in the bath<br />
***Refill the Sodium Hydroxide bottle if there is only one filled bottle left<br />
**'''How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:'''<br />
***Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles. This is very important. The granule Sodium Hydroxide (undiluted--undissolved) is much more dangerous.<br />
***There should be a mini funnel in the lab somewhere (it tends to move around some). Use the large Sodium Hydroxide bottle and mini funnel to refill the small bottles up to where the level in the last remaining bottle is. Always leave one bottle filled as a gauge for where to refill to. If a bottle has not been left filled, then fill the small bottle to about 1.5 inches below where the narrowing of the bottle begins.<br />
**'''When to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***This is not an exact science. Before the F370, all dissolvable support material was a translucent black. This meant that the bath would become a milky brown when it needed to be changed. Now the F370 introduces an opaque white material which causes the bath solution to continuously appear milky which creates confusion when trying to figure out when to change the solution.<br />
***As of right now, we recommend making a best guess. When the bath starts taking a very long time to dissolve support material, it is probably time to change the bath.<br />
***Some thoughts for changing this in the future:<br />
****Use the Job Log's ability to track the support material dissolved in the bath and develop a number for when the bath needs to be changed. Then set the Job Log up to alert the Lab when it has reached that number.<br />
****Attempt to obtain translucent black support material for the F370.<br />
****Attempt to use a chemical strength measurement to determine how strong the solution in the bath is and determine a checkpoint strength for when to switch the solution.</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2354Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-20T17:55:29Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
**'''How to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
***Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
***Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing)<br />
***Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
***Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
***Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
***Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
***''Clean the inside of the tank''<br />
****Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out the gunk<br />
****Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
****Replace the basket<br />
***Fill the bath up with water (use the clear bucket under the sink, fill this with water from the sink, pour the water into the bath) until the water level reaches 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
***Turn the bath on and have it heat up to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
***Take a pre-filled bottle of Sodium Hydroxide (located in the thin cabinet underneath the counter the bath sits on) and sprinkle some into the heated water<br />
***Allow the sprinkled amount to dissolve and repeat until all of the Sodium Hydroxide in the bottle has been dissolved in the bath<br />
***Refill the Sodium Hydroxide bottle if there is only one filled bottle left<br />
**'''How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:'''<br />
***Wear a lab coat, nitrile gloves, and safety goggles. This is very important. The granule Sodium Hydroxide (undiluted--undissolved) is much more dangerous.<br />
***There should be a mini funnel in the lab somewhere (it tends to move around some). Use the large Sodium Hydroxide bottle and mini funnel to refill the small bottles up to where the level in the last remaining bottle is. Always leave one bottle filled as a gauge for where to refill to. If a bottle has not been left filled, then fill the small bottle to about 1.5 inches below where the narrowing of the bottle begins.<br />
**'''When to change the solution in the bath:'''<br />
***This is not an exact science. Before the F370, all dissolvable support material was a translucent black. This meant that the bath would become a milky brown when it needed to be changed. Now the F370 introduces an opaque white material which causes the bath solution to continuously appear milky which creates confusion when trying to figure out when to change the solution.<br />
***As of right now, we recommend making a best guess. When the bath starts taking a very long time to dissolve support material, it is probably time to change the bath.<br />
***Some thoughts for changing this in the future:<br />
****Use the Job Log's ability to track the support material dissolved in the bath and develop a number for when the bath needs to be changed. Then set the Job Log up to alert the Lab when it has reached that number.<br />
****Attempt to obtain translucent black support material for the F370.<br />
****Attempt to use a chemical strength measurement to determine how strong the solution in the bath is and determine a checkpoint strength for when to switch the solution.</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2353Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T20:03:25Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath:<br />
**Wear safety attire during the entire process<br />
**Retrieve a barrel to drain the fluid into<br />
**Unscrew the top of drain spout (make sure the drain spout is completely pushed in before unscrewing) <br />
**Swivel the drain spout to face down<br />
**Align the barrel opening to be underneath the drain spout<br />
**Pull the drain spout out so that the fluid begins to drain<br />
**Completely drain all of the fluid<br />
**Clean the inside of the tank<br />
***Use water to rinse out the inside of the tank then use paper towels to wipe out and gunk<br />
***Be sure to also clean the basket thoroughly<br />
***Replace the basket<br />
**<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles:<br />
**</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2352Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T19:41:22Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
**'''How to use bath:'''<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****''When removing parts:''<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**'''What to do if the bath is beeping:'''<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**'''What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:'''<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**'''What to do in the event of a spill:'''<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2351Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T19:40:26Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
**How to use bath:<br />
***ALWAYS USE SAFETY ATTIRE.[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|227x227px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.|link=https://maker-hub.georgefox.edu/wiki/File:Bath_Controls.jpg]]<br />
****Flip the black switch (inside the yellow rectangle) to turn the bath on<br />
****Then press the button circled in red to start the heating process<br />
****The red knob (circled in cyan) should always be set to 70 degrees Celsius<br />
****Keep the lid shut as often as possible<br />
****Place the part inside of a mesh bag, tie the strings of the mesh bag to the side handles, allow the part to soak in the bath for several hours<br />
*****Mesh bags are located in the small drawer next to the sink<br />
****When removing parts:<br />
*****If needed, the basket can be lifted out and removed so that parts can be sifted through in the air instead of the solution. If you do remove basket, removed the lid first and place it in the sink. Next, lift the basket, let it drain above the bath so that it drips into the bath, then once it is barley dripping, the basket can be transferred to the sink.<br />
*****Wash the mesh bag and part thoroughly. Use paper towels to dry the part and let the part sit on paper towels and drain for a couple hours. Always inform the part's creator to wash their hands after handling the part and before eating or touching their eyes/face.<br />
*****Replace the basket and lid.<br />
**What to do if the bath is beeping:<br />
***This means the bath is low on water (below 1.5 horizontal holes of the basket inside)<br />
***Take the clear bucket under the sink and use it to fill the bath until the fluid level inside is only 1.5 horizontal basket holes from the top<br />
**Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
**What to do if the bath appears to be leaking:<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin<br />
***This would mean there is a collection of water inside of the grey catch tray underneath the bath.<br />
**What to do in the event of a spill<br />
***Evacuate the lab and shut it down until the spill has been properly cleaned<br />
***Immediately inform the Aces of the Lab and/or Justin; if unavailable and the spill is large then contact Security<br />
***Use the spill kit<br />
****There should be instructions inside<br />
****Make sure you are wearing safety attire<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2350Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T19:09:46Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
*How to use bath:[[File:Bath_Controls.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Bath Controls Panel.]]<br />
**Flip the black switch to turn the bath on<br />
**Then press<br />
**Which button to press<br />
**What to do if it beeps--refill with water<br />
**Use mesh bags<br />
**You can lift out the cage<br />
*Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
*What to do if the bath appears to be leaking<br />
*What to do in the event of a spill<br />
*How to use the spill kit<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2349Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T19:08:54Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
*How to use bath:<br />
**Flip the black switch to turn the bath on<br />
**Then press<br />
**Which button to press<br />
**What to do if it beeps--refill with water<br />
**Use mesh bags<br />
**You can lift out the cage<br />
*Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
*What to do if the bath appears to be leaking<br />
*What to do in the event of a spill<br />
*How to use the spill kit<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=File:Bath_Controls.jpg&diff=2348File:Bath Controls.jpg2018-12-19T19:08:32Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<div></div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2347Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T19:00:50Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Mentors Only */</p>
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<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
[[File:Basic_Bath_Controls.jpg|500px|thumb|right|Bath Control Panel.]]<br />
*How to use bath:<br />
**Which button to press<br />
**What to do if it beeps--refill with water<br />
**Use mesh bags<br />
**You can lift out the cage<br />
*Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
*What to do if the bath appears to be leaking<br />
*What to do in the event of a spill<br />
*How to use the spill kit<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=File:Basic_Bath_Controls.jpg&diff=2346File:Basic Bath Controls.jpg2018-12-19T18:59:59Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<div></div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2345Dissolvable Support Bath2018-12-19T18:58:02Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Safety Procedures */</p>
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<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] and the [[F370 3D Printer|F370]]. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath for safety concerns<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat/chemical protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath and after touching parts that have been removed from the bath within the past 24 hours<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin and the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
==MSDS Knowledge (soon to be switched to SDS)==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
*It includes the fluids the Prototype Lab uses that could be dangerous when humans are exposed to it, and it details what to do if the fluid is ingested, gets in your eyes or on your skin, and other pertinent information.<br />
<br />
==Mentors Only==<br />
*How to use bath:<br />
**Which button to press<br />
**What to do if it beeps--refill with water<br />
**Use mesh bags<br />
**You can lift out the cage<br />
*Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
*What to do if the bath appears to be leaking<br />
*What to do in the event of a spill<br />
*How to use the spill kit<br />
<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2292Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T18:52:36Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin or the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
*<br />
==MSDS Knowledge==<br />
*The MSDS is located next to the sink in a bright yellow binder hanging on the wall<br />
<br />
==For Mentors Only==<br />
*How to use bath<br />
**Which button to press<br />
**What to do if it beeps--refill with water<br />
**Use mesh bags<br />
**You can lift out the cage<br />
*Tell Ben, Gabi, or Justin if you think the solution should be switched, do not do it yourself<br />
*What to do if the bath appears to be leaking<br />
*What to do in the event of a spill<br />
*How to use the spill kit<br />
<br />
<br />
==For Prototype Lab Aces and Bath Ace Only==<br />
*How to change the solution in the bath<br />
*How to fill new Sodium Hydroxide bottles<br />
*How to clean the inside of the tank</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2291Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T18:46:42Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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}}<br />
[[{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has icon|link=none}}|100px|left|top|{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has icondesc}}]]<br />
[[{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has image|link=none}}|thumb|upright=1.5|{{#show: {{FULLPAGENAME}}|?Has imagedesc}}]]<br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath. <br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin or the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
*</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=F370_3D_Printer&diff=2290F370 3D Printer2018-11-21T18:15:21Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<div>{{#set:<br />
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The F370 is an [[Prototype Lab#FDM Printing Anchor|FDM]] (fused deposit modeling) printer made by Stratasys. It is capable of producing highly accurate parts, whether for prototyping or functional use. The F370 shares the same brand and concept as the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer, but with subtle differences in operation and maintenance. The F370 boasts the largest build plate in the Prototype lab. Combined with its high accuracy and consistency, the F370 can be left overnight to print multiple parts from throughout the day with little worry about print failures. <br />
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The Stratasys printers utilize dissolving support material that leaves no surface damage from breaking off supports and allows for creative parts that are impossible on other printers. This printer is a great option for highly detailed or complex parts, parts containing holes that require high tolerances, parts that take advantage of the dissolving support material, bulk prints, or overflow from the Prusa printers when they are full. <br />
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'''''What else?'''''<br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
* [https://shopf123.stratasys.com/collections/frontpage/products/the-stratasys-f370/ Product Home Page]<br />
* [http://www.stratasys.com/-/media/files/documentation/fdm/F123-Series/User-Guide/F123%20Series%20User%20Guide_d/ User Guide]<br />
* [http://www.stratasys.com/-/media/files/documentation/fdm/F123-Series/Operation-Guide/F123_Series_Operation%20and%20Maintenance_REV_A.pdf/ Operation and Maintenance Manual]<br />
* [https://help.grabcad.com/ GrabCAD Help Page]<br />
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== Training ==<br />
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=== Workflow Chronology ===<br />
<br />
The basic workflow for using the F370 will be as follows: <br />
* Preparing the Printer<br />
* Preparing Your File for Print<br />
* Printing Your Part<br />
* Soaking Your Part<br />
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Each section below will have specific information relevant to each step. You are encouraged to speak with a lab volunteer for advice and guidance for any step of the process.<br />
<br />
==== Preparing the F370 ====<br />
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* Powering on the Printer<br />
**The F370 can be powered on by pressing the large power button next to the touch screen console on the front of the printer. The printer may take up to 15 minutes to boot up, so do this step first if you plan to print soon.<br />
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* Before you can open your part in GrabCAD, make sure your part is in the '''.STL''' format.<br />
* Acceptable Prints<br />
** The maximum part size is 14 x 10 x 14 inches, or 35.56 x 25.4 x 35.56 centimeters. Any part that large should be shown to a lab volunteer to discuss options. <br />
** Generally, a part will be fit for the F370 or [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer if it is highly detailed and/or has holes that require fairly high tolerances. If it is a small, detailed part, a Form 2 printer should suffice. If the part is quick and simple, a Prusa will likely suffice. <br />
** If your part is designed to take advantage of the dissolving support material the Stratasys machines use, then verify with a lab volunteer that it will be okay to print.<br />
** Even if you are certain your part belongs on the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] or F370, double check with a lab volunteer before you add it to the pack. Their goal is to help you, but the Prototype Lab would like to avoid excessively expensive and/or unnecessary prints.<br />
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==== Using GrabCAD ====<br />
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GrabCAD Print is the software shared by the F370 and [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer. It allows one to easily orient and view the part that needs to be printed. Both printers are web based, which allows one to start the print from the one of the lab's computers.<br />
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'''Note:''' Give yourself a few days before your project is due to print on either Stratasys printer. Prints will generally be started when a tray is full or at the end of a day by a lab volunteer, and unless there is little to be printed, it is unlikely your print will be started just because you waited until the last minute. Be proactive.<br />
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On Opening GrabCAD, make sure that you navigate to the bottom right of the screen and select the menu next to "Print." Select the printer you want to use; in this case, the F370, which will appear as "f370D30365". The volunteers in the lab can help you determine which printer would work best. To begin preparing your part, click on "Add Models" and navigate to your part. YOUR FILE MUST BE IN .STL FORMAT. After you have added your part, you can begin preparing it to be printed.<br />
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Note that multiple models can be added to the project. Additionally, models can be placed on new trays if the current one runs out of space. o<br />
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Notice that once a part has been added, an hourglass shaped tower will appear next to your part and scale with the size of your part. This is called a "purge tower" and is where a printer expels excess material upon switching filaments. The purge tower can be moved around on the plate as needed, but cannot be rotated. To move your part on the plate, one can simply click and drag to place it where they want to be printed. Keep in mind that the build plate is to scale, where you place it in the software will be where it prints in reality. To change how one is viewing the plate, hold on the middle mouse button and drag to move the plate, or click and hold the right mouse button to orient the angle the plate is viewed from. There are also icons on top to choose various viewpoints, such as an isometric view, top, left, etc. The icons on the right side of the screen are your print options. All of the options are intuitive, but you are still encouraged to practice manipulating your part so you understand how to use each function. The top three 'icons are different views, starting from a normal Model View, which is roughly how your part will <br />
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appear when done, to Analysis Mode, which shows faulty areas of a part, and Slice Preview, <br />
<br />
which shows model material and support material in the part. <br />
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Below the Slice Preview Icon is the Model Info, where you can change the units of a selected part if needed. Next is Print Settings, which will be addressed below. The Arrange icon automatically arranges parts to optimize print time. Orient allows one to either let the software orient the part, orient a particular face to a plane, or rotate the model on the XYZ axis. Lastly, the Scale icon gives the option to change the size of the model, either with uniform scaling or on a particular axis. It also gives you the part dimension for each axis.<br />
<br />
[[File:Density.png|left|thumb]]<br />
<br />
'''Note: You MUST print your part with "Sparse - low density" fill.''' <br />
<br />
It is expensive to print with Stratasys materials, thus you must consult a lab volunteer if you have a part you feel needs a denser fill. <br />
<br />
All of standard settings generally do not need to be changed. <br><br />
<br />
<br />
If you would like more information on specifics, head to the GrabCAD website's [https://help.grabcad.com/article/199-take-a-quick-tour Help Center] for further details and tips, guides, or answers to FAQs. <br><br />
<br />
<br />
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8K4YTekXRw This] video contains a basic rundown of GrabCAD. <br><br />
<br />
<br />
Remember that the lab volunteers are available to answer your questions or provide assistance.<br><br />
<br />
<br />
'''Printing your part:''' After your part has been prepared, save the project before continuing. Generally, you will not start the print in the lab itself, since a volunteer will start it when a tray is full or when the day ends, but the workflow is as follows.<br />
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Select "Print." The software will prepare the print. For larger trays, this may take several minutes, but usually takes around 30 seconds. If a print is currently ongoing, a bar across the top will read, "Print job queued successfully." Once your part has been prepared, you can click on on "View Estimates" in the bottom right-hand corner. You will see print time and the amount of model and support material that will be used, in cubic inches (in^3). <br />
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[[File:Estimate.png|left|687x687px]]<br />
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This is an example of what the tray estimation page looks like. The model and support material used can be input into the Job Log in the lab. <br><br />
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==== Touchscreen Operation ====<br />
==== Water Bath Workflow ====<br />
* Link to more detailed bath page.<br />
* This section will contain basic information on what to do with the parts and bath, with basic safety info (gloves, goggles, washing yourself, spill, etc) and "see bath page for more detailed information" on particular topics. <br />
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=== Maintenance and Set Up ===<br />
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==== Changing Materials ====<br />
==== Settings ====<br />
==== Build-plates ====<br />
==== Troubleshooting ====<br />
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== Mentors Only ==<br />
This section will be for information that pertains only to Aces and Mentors.<br />
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<references /></div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dimension_3D_Printer&diff=2289Dimension 3D Printer2018-11-21T18:14:34Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dimension is an [[Prototype Lab#FDM Printing Anchor|FDM]] printer made by Stratasys. It is designed with ultimate simplicity in mind. The system enables you to build parts quickly, even if you’ve never used a 3D printer before. Its display panel prompts you to press a few keys to get you modeling quickly.<br />
The system models with ABS plastic, so modeled parts are strong and durable. ABS also ensures you’ll be able to drill, tap, sand, and paint your creations. With the speed and convenience of Breakaway Support Technology (BST) or Soluble Support Technology (SST), your completed parts are quickly available for review and test.<br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
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* [https://www.3dhubs.com/3d-printers/dimension-1200 Product Home Page]<br />
* [[Media:Dimension_1200es_user_guide.pdf|User Guide]]<br />
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== Training ==<br />
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=== GrabCAD Print ===<br />
GrabCAD Print is the software that both the Dimension and [[F370 3D Printer|F370]] use, and allows you to easily orient and view the part you want to model. Both printers are web based, which allows you to start the print from the one of the lab's computers.<br />
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On Opening GrabCAD, make sure that you select the printer you want to use for the part you want to print, the volunteers in the lab can help you determine which printer would work best. The menu the the right of the image shows the printer options, make sure you select the correct printer, in this case it is the Dimension. After ensuring you have the software correctly set up, open your file and place it on the build plate, '''''Note: your file has to be in STL format to work with any printing software.''''' The build plate is correctly scaled to the actual build plate, so when sizing up or down you can check the size and placement of the print with the build plate.<br />
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After opening and correctly orienting your part, you may see a red error like the one in the image above, to fix this, click analysis mode, the second icon from the top. The image below shows analysis mode, which quickly troubleshoots any problems with your file and shows any potential errors your part could have. To quickly fix your part, click '''Repair all Models''' which fix most problems with your model. <br />
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After repairing your part, click '''Slice Preview''' to see how the Dimension will print your part, total layers, and path of the nozzle. Inspect your part to ensure that it will print correctly, and has a low chance of failing. You can watch an animation of your part being built, layer by layer, and do other analysis before printing. Click '''View Estimates''', found in green near the bottom right corner, to see an approximation of how long the print will take, and the amount of material used. Be sure that this information is recorded in the Job Log. Fix any potential problems that you may have seen, and when you are sure that the part is correctly oriented on the build plate. You may now click Print, locate on the bottom right of the screen. '''''Note: Very rarely will a single part be printed on the Dimension or F370, do not start a print without other parts unless cleared by the lab helper.''''' <br />
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=== Printing ===<br />
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=== Finished Parts ===<br />
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[[Category:Prototyping Lab]]</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=F370_3D_Printer&diff=2288F370 3D Printer2018-11-21T18:13:29Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Stratasys F370 printer is an [[Prototype Lab#FDM Printing Anchor|FDM]] (fused deposit modeling) printer capable of producing highly accurate parts, whether for prototyping or functional use. The F370 shares the same brand and concept as the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer, but with subtle differences in operation and maintenance. The F370 boasts the largest build plate in the Prototype lab. Combined with its high accuracy and consistency, the F370 can be left overnight to print multiple parts from throughout the day with little worry about print failures. <br />
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The Stratasys printers utilize dissolving support material that leaves no surface damage from breaking off supports and allows for creative parts that are impossible on other printers. This printer is a great option for highly detailed or complex parts, parts containing holes that require high tolerances, parts that take advantage of the dissolving support material, bulk prints, or overflow from the Prusa printers when they are full. <br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
* [https://shopf123.stratasys.com/collections/frontpage/products/the-stratasys-f370/ Product Home Page]<br />
* [http://www.stratasys.com/-/media/files/documentation/fdm/F123-Series/User-Guide/F123%20Series%20User%20Guide_d/ User Guide]<br />
* [http://www.stratasys.com/-/media/files/documentation/fdm/F123-Series/Operation-Guide/F123_Series_Operation%20and%20Maintenance_REV_A.pdf/ Operation and Maintenance Manual]<br />
* [https://help.grabcad.com/ GrabCAD Help Page]<br />
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== Training ==<br />
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=== Workflow Chronology ===<br />
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The basic workflow for using the F370 will be as follows: <br />
* Preparing the Printer<br />
* Preparing Your File for Print<br />
* Printing Your Part<br />
* Soaking Your Part<br />
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Each section below will have specific information relevant to each step. You are encouraged to speak with a lab volunteer for advice and guidance for any step of the process.<br />
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==== Preparing the F370 ====<br />
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* Powering on the Printer<br />
**The F370 can be powered on by pressing the large power button next to the touch screen console on the front of the printer. The printer may take up to 15 minutes to boot up, so do this step first if you plan to print soon.<br />
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* Before you can open your part in GrabCAD, make sure your part is in the '''.STL''' format.<br />
* Acceptable Prints<br />
** The maximum part size is 14 x 10 x 14 inches, or 35.56 x 25.4 x 35.56 centimeters. Any part that large should be shown to a lab volunteer to discuss options. <br />
** Generally, a part will be fit for the F370 or [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer if it is highly detailed and/or has holes that require fairly high tolerances. If it is a small, detailed part, a Form 2 printer should suffice. If the part is quick and simple, a Prusa will likely suffice. <br />
** If your part is designed to take advantage of the dissolving support material the Stratasys machines use, then verify with a lab volunteer that it will be okay to print.<br />
** Even if you are certain your part belongs on the [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] or F370, double check with a lab volunteer before you add it to the pack. Their goal is to help you, but the Prototype Lab would like to avoid excessively expensive and/or unnecessary prints.<br />
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==== Using GrabCAD ====<br />
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GrabCAD Print is the software shared by the F370 and [[Dimension 3D Printer|Dimension]] printer. It allows one to easily orient and view the part that needs to be printed. Both printers are web based, which allows one to start the print from the one of the lab's computers.<br />
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'''Note:''' Give yourself a few days before your project is due to print on either Stratasys printer. Prints will generally be started when a tray is full or at the end of a day by a lab volunteer, and unless there is little to be printed, it is unlikely your print will be started just because you waited until the last minute. Be proactive.<br />
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On Opening GrabCAD, make sure that you navigate to the bottom right of the screen and select the menu next to "Print." Select the printer you want to use; in this case, the F370, which will appear as "f370D30365". The volunteers in the lab can help you determine which printer would work best. To begin preparing your part, click on "Add Models" and navigate to your part. YOUR FILE MUST BE IN .STL FORMAT. After you have added your part, you can begin preparing it to be printed.<br />
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Note that multiple models can be added to the project. Additionally, models can be placed on new trays if the current one runs out of space. o<br />
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Notice that once a part has been added, an hourglass shaped tower will appear next to your part and scale with the size of your part. This is called a "purge tower" and is where a printer expels excess material upon switching filaments. The purge tower can be moved around on the plate as needed, but cannot be rotated. To move your part on the plate, one can simply click and drag to place it where they want to be printed. Keep in mind that the build plate is to scale, where you place it in the software will be where it prints in reality. To change how one is viewing the plate, hold on the middle mouse button and drag to move the plate, or click and hold the right mouse button to orient the angle the plate is viewed from. There are also icons on top to choose various viewpoints, such as an isometric view, top, left, etc. The icons on the right side of the screen are your print options. All of the options are intuitive, but you are still encouraged to practice manipulating your part so you understand how to use each function. The top three 'icons are different views, starting from a normal Model View, which is roughly how your part will <br />
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appear when done, to Analysis Mode, which shows faulty areas of a part, and Slice Preview, <br />
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Below the Slice Preview Icon is the Model Info, where you can change the units of a selected part if needed. Next is Print Settings, which will be addressed below. The Arrange icon automatically arranges parts to optimize print time. Orient allows one to either let the software orient the part, orient a particular face to a plane, or rotate the model on the XYZ axis. Lastly, the Scale icon gives the option to change the size of the model, either with uniform scaling or on a particular axis. It also gives you the part dimension for each axis.<br />
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'''Note: You MUST print your part with "Sparse - low density" fill.''' <br />
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It is expensive to print with Stratasys materials, thus you must consult a lab volunteer if you have a part you feel needs a denser fill. <br />
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All of standard settings generally do not need to be changed. <br><br />
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If you would like more information on specifics, head to the GrabCAD website's [https://help.grabcad.com/article/199-take-a-quick-tour Help Center] for further details and tips, guides, or answers to FAQs. <br><br />
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W8K4YTekXRw This] video contains a basic rundown of GrabCAD. <br><br />
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Remember that the lab volunteers are available to answer your questions or provide assistance.<br><br />
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'''Printing your part:''' After your part has been prepared, save the project before continuing. Generally, you will not start the print in the lab itself, since a volunteer will start it when a tray is full or when the day ends, but the workflow is as follows.<br />
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Select "Print." The software will prepare the print. For larger trays, this may take several minutes, but usually takes around 30 seconds. If a print is currently ongoing, a bar across the top will read, "Print job queued successfully." Once your part has been prepared, you can click on on "View Estimates" in the bottom right-hand corner. You will see print time and the amount of model and support material that will be used, in cubic inches (in^3). <br />
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This is an example of what the tray estimation page looks like. The model and support material used can be input into the Job Log in the lab. <br><br />
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==== Touchscreen Operation ====<br />
==== Water Bath Workflow ====<br />
* Link to more detailed bath page.<br />
* This section will contain basic information on what to do with the parts and bath, with basic safety info (gloves, goggles, washing yourself, spill, etc) and "see bath page for more detailed information" on particular topics. <br />
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=== Maintenance and Set Up ===<br />
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==== Changing Materials ====<br />
==== Settings ====<br />
==== Build-plates ====<br />
==== Troubleshooting ====<br />
<br />
== Mentors Only ==<br />
This section will be for information that pertains only to Aces and Mentors.<br />
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<references /></div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2287Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:21:43Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* Safety Procedures */</p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
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Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
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The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
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==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour<br />
*All spills should be immediately reported to Justin or the Aces of the Prototype Lab<br />
*Follow the MSDS procedure in the event of getting Sodium Hydroxide on your skin, in your eyes, or if you ingest it<br />
*</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2286Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:19:22Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
<br />
The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
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==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2285Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:18:55Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath Ace is Gabi Lorenzo. <br />
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
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==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2284Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:18:15Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
<br />
==Safety Procedures==<br />
*Only Prototype Lab Mentors are allowed to use the Bath<br />
*Required safety attire is a lab coat, safety goggles, and heat protecting gloves<br />
*Only the Ace of the Bath and the Aces of the Prototype Lab are allowed to drain the tank and replenish it with a new solution of diluted Sodium Hydroxide<br />
*Wash your hands after using the bath<br />
*All parts that come out of the bath should be washed and left to dry/drain excess fluid for at least an hour</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2283Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:13:32Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
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--Safety Procedures--</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2282Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:13:20Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
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Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
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-- Safety Procedures --</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2281Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:13:06Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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The Dissolvable Support Bath is used in conjunction with both Stratasys 3D printers, the Dimension and the F370. Since these printers use QRS support material, the support can be dissolved in a heated, agitated, diluted solution of Sodium Hydroxide. <br />
<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.<br />
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* Safety Procedures *</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2280Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-21T00:12:43Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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<br />
Sodium Hydroxide can be dangerous when handled incorrectly, therefore there are various safety procedures associated with the use of the Dissolvable Support Bath.</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Prototype_Lab&diff=2279Prototype Lab2018-11-21T00:08:36Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* General 3D Printing Knowledge */</p>
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
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The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
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=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
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One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
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If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
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In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
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Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
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Keep in mind that '''every print should be recorded in the Job Log''' which every Prototype Lab mentor can access. This allows the Lab to track the material usages and success rates of the printers, as well as recording the prices of every print. <br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
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There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
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Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
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==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
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==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
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Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
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The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
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FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
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==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
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<div></div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2271Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-20T00:27:13Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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Wooo dissolvable support<br />
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HIGH KEY TOXIC</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Dissolvable_Support_Bath&diff=2270Dissolvable Support Bath2018-11-20T00:24:35Z<p>Glorenzo16: </p>
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Wooo dissolvable support<br />
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HIGH KEY TOXIC</div>Glorenzo16https://makerhub.georgefox.edu/w/index.php?title=Prototype_Lab&diff=2269Prototype Lab2018-11-20T00:17:13Z<p>Glorenzo16: /* General 3D Printing Knowledge */</p>
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
<br />
Keep in mind that every print should be recorded in the Job Log which every Prototype Lab mentor can access. This allows the Lab to track the material usages and success rates of the printers, as well as recording the prices of every print. <br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
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<hr />
<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
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<hr />
<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
<br />
=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.[[File:InvertedSLA.png|302x302px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<hr />
<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.[[File:InvertedSLA.png|200px|thumb|right|Inverted SLA Process]]<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
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<hr />
<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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<br />
==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
<br />
=== {{#set:<br />
| is facility = True<br />
}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* In addition to wearing gloves when around the Sodium Hydroxide, you must also wear safety goggles (preferably the goggles, but if those are unavailable then use safety glasses). A lab coat is highly recommended to be worn as well. All of these items can be found within the lab.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool for a FDM printer.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
<br />
=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool.]]<br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). <br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc.<br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
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<hr />
<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
<br />
=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. <br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun). [[File:Filament_Spool.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Example of a filament spool.]]<br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc. <br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
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=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
<br />
==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printers use a thermoplastic filament, which is heated to its melting point, then extruded to create layers which then build an object. There are many different types of FDM printers. Some use a modeling material and a support material, some just use a modeling material which when creating support will use a different style of layering that allows the filament to break off easily, some are able to use multiple filaments at once allowing for multicolored objects to be created. <br />
<br />
Both Stratasys printers (Dimension and F370) use soluble support filament (the support filament dissolves in a heated sodium hydroxide bath), the Prusa printers use only a model material, and the Markforge printer only uses model material as well (however it will layer another filament for extra support). <br />
<br />
The filament for these printers comes in spools (basically thin plastic ropes that are wound up). The filament is fed through an extruder head, heated to the desired temperature, then extruded (similar to what happens with a hot glue gun).<br />
<br />
FDM printers can work with various materials, in the Prototype Lab we mainly stick to ABS which is used by the Stratasys machines and PLA which is used by the Prusas. The Markforge uses a material called Onyx (nylon and plastic mix) and will layer in another filament such as Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, etc. <br />
<br />
==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
<br />
<br />
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<div>The Prototype Lab contains a group of 3D printers and a laser cutter (more to come in the near future)! [[File:PrototypeLab.JPG|854x854px|thumb|The Prototype Lab]]<br />
<br />
The Aces of the Prototype Lab are: Ben Kraske (bkraske16@georgefox.edu) and Gabi Lorenzo (glorenzo16@georgefox.edu). <br />
<br />
=Equipment Overview =<br />
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==[[3 commandments]]==<br />
<br />
=== {{#set:<br />
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}}1. Safety First ===<br />
Safety First is the rule we hold highest of the three. Given the delicate nature of our machines, and the different chemicals and materials we use in the Prototype lab, this rule applies to both the safety of you, and the machines. <br />
<br />
Keeping yourself safe in the Prototype Lab is very easy, as there are very few ways to hurt yourself or the machines. However, proper procedure must be followed at all times.<br />
<br />
Basic principles of how to implement Safety First in the Prototype Lab:<br />
* Do not touch the extruder heads of the 3D printers when they are running. They will be very hot and will burn you. Wait for the machine to cool off.<br />
* Use gloves when handling chemicals such as Sodium Hydroxide (use the heat protecting gloves when retrieving items from the Sodium Hydroxide bath), Isopropyl or Denatured Alcohol (use Nitrile gloves if handling extensively after removing from the Form Wash), and Lacquer Thinner (use Nitrile gloves when using lacquer thinner to clean residue off of engraved Hydroflasks). You may use gloves whenever you feel necessary, but these are circumstances where gloves are absolutely required.<br />
* Make sure you read through the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) binder mounted by the sink so that you are up-to-date on safety procedures regarding the chemicals within the lab.<br />
* If chemicals ever get on your skin or in your eyes, follow the MSDS. Wash it off or out (there is an eye washing station in front of the Machine Shop about 30 feet feet away). If it is an emergency, do what you need to do to make sure you and those around you are safe.<br />
* Make sure you know how to use the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* If there is a chemical spill, we do have a spill kit. First, evacuate the lab and get everyone out. This means the lab should be shut down until the spill has been properly dealt with. Second, call Justin Johnson whose information should be posted next to the Emergency Response Guide (bright yellow and by the door leading to the main space). If Justin does not answer, call the Campus Public Safety office (formerly Security Services) whose information will be in the Emergency Response Guide or can be found online. Third, if you feel it is safe to do so, deploy the spill kit (located to the right of the sink).<br />
* Be aware that laser cut items can have sharp edges that could cut you.<br />
* Be careful when trying to remove support material by hand from a print off of the Dimension. When the support material breaks, it leaves sharp edges and shatters extremely sharp shards that will cut you if you are not careful.<br />
<br />
=== 2. Reset the Space ===<br />
The Prototype Lab has a specific organization to it, even though sometimes it looks like chaos. Put whatever you use back where you found it. There is a place for everything and everything has a place. This rule applies to everything in the space. If you move a chair, put it back. If you use a tool, put it back. If you use a pen, put it back. Do not leave your projects in the Prototype Lab, take them with you. Do not leave random note sheets that pertain to nothing out. Throw away your trash and recycling. <br />
<br />
We have allowed food and drink in the space. Resetting the Space means that you don’t leave wrappers, or trays, or anything that wasn’t there when you came in.<br />
<br />
If you are employed in the space, this still applies to you. Do not take tools from the Hub and then store them in the Lab. If we need more tools, speak with Ben and Gabi and they can evaluate the situation and, if necessary, they will get more tools.<br />
<br />
Now, we understand that sometimes you need to leave things out. Maybe you are in the middle of a large print and you need something to run overnight. In cases like this, it is okay, but you NEED to '''''leave a note''''' on your system so that others know the situation.<br />
<br />
When parts finish on a 3D printer, remove them from the build plate and place them in the completed parts bin so that the owner can pick up their part.<br />
<br />
Always put any unused materials from the laser cutter back on the storage shelf, and throw away unusable scrap.<br />
<br />
Sweep when needed.<br />
<br />
Immediately clean up any spilled Formlabs resin.<br />
<br />
Always leave the space better than you found it.<br />
=== 3. Be Professional ===<br />
This commandment has two sides to it. It covers the idea of acting like professional (which Webster’s defines as “exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace”). The term also describes the standards of education and training that prepare members of the profession with the particular knowledge and skills necessary to perform their specific role within that profession. Hopefully, you are learning both of these as part of your education at George Fox University. In the Prototype Lab we expect you to develop as a courteous, conscientious, and skilled craftsman, understanding the tools and equipment in the Maker Hub and how to use them effectively.<br />
<br />
Being a professional has some obvious ramifications in terms of behavior. First, be Christlike. Think of others better than yourselves. Share. If you have been printing a lot or using the laser cutter for a prolonged time and someone else is waiting for the machine, let them use the machine for a while. This is being a professional.<br />
<br />
If you are working with a machine, and you don’t know the proper way to do what you are attempting - ASK SOMEONE! Learn! Become a professional. Learn the craft. This is an educational space. You might think it will be quick and you can just get it done “your” way and not learn how to do it correctly. Be a Professional and learn the proper way, and then be available to teach others.<br />
<br />
One very important, and likely difficult part of being a professional is to correct others when they are not being professional. It is your responsibility to speak up when you see somebody doing something inappropriate. If you see somebody doing something unsafe, not resetting the space, or being unprofessional, the professional thing to do is to remind them of the three commandments and ask them politely to correct their action. This is OUR space, not any individual's. As a group, we expect everyone in the space to keep the space safe, clean, and operable for everyone. <br />
<br />
If someone acts disgracefully unprofessional to you in the Prototype Lab, you are welcome to bring the issue to Ben and Gabi's attention.<br />
<br />
==General 3D Printing Knowledge==<br />
3D printing is the process of joining material together to create a three-dimensional object using computer control. It is a form of additive manufacturing. Objects are created using a 3D model. There are many different types of 3D printing, and the Prototype Lab utilizes two types which are FDM (fused deposit modeling) and SLA (stereolithography). <br />
<br />
In the Prototype Lab, objects are most commonly printed from an STL file. This means if you create a part in SolidWorks that you must save the file as a .stl instead of a .sldprt . Once the file is in STL form, it can then be processed by a slicer software. The slicer software converts the 3D model into thin layers and produces a G-code file. G-codes communicate with the chosen 3D printer, giving it directions on how to print the object. <br />
<br />
Different 3D printers will run with different slicer programs. Typically a program will allow you to edit various parts of the process. One common consideration will be the layer thickness. This is the resolution at which the printer will print at. Each printer will have its own range of resolution. The thinner the layer thickness (higher resolution), the more detail you will get, but the print will be created more slowly. The thicker the layers (lower resolution), the less detail you will receive, but the object will be printed more quickly. Another consideration is support. For objects with overhangs, holes, etc., support will be needed. This will give the printer a surface to print on so that it can continue to build the print layer by layer. Each printer uses supports differently. Some printers have break away support while other have dissolvable support material.<br />
[[File:3Dsupports.png|250px|thumb|right|Example of an object (blue) printed with supports (white)]]<br />
<br />
There are common places of potential failure which you should watch for every print. The following points of failure specifically apply to FDM prints.<br />
*Adhesion:<br />
**When the print first starts, it is prudent to ensure that the filament is properly adhering to the build plate.<br />
**Watch the print until the first dozen layers have been printed to make sure it is starting off successfully.<br />
**The print can start sliding around the plate at anytime, although it is much more likely to fail toward the beginning of the print.<br />
**A tall and skinny print is much more likely to struggle with adhesion than a short and stout print. Taking time to discern the best orientation for your print is always a good call.<br />
**Adding a raft (sometimes called a brim) will also help if you print is struggling with staying adhered to the plate.<br />
*Clogging<br />
**Sometimes the extruder will clog causing the print to fail.<br />
**This typically can be seen when a clump of filament balls up at the end of the nozzle. <br />
**If this occurs, immediately cancel the print and remove the clumped filament. Make sure that the nozzle is still able to extrude filament, if not, you may need to open up the extruder and clean it. Keep working on it until you are able to extrude filament again.<br />
*Air Extruding<br />
**This means that the extruder thinks it is extruding filament when it really is not. <br />
**Immediately cancel the print. Then restart the print. <br />
**If the printer is still air extruding, cancel the print and unload the filament. You can try reloading and starting the print again. <br />
**If the problem persists, you will probably need to take the extruder apart and clean it out before attempting any further prints. <br />
=== 1. Printer Types ===<br />
There are many different types of printers, such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Digital Light Processing (DLP), Electronic Beam Melting (EBM), Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), Binder Jetting (BJ)... Each printer type employs different materials. The Prototype Lab has FDM and SLA machines.<br />
<br />
Information about FDM and SLA printers and which machines these are and what materials they can use which. In each printer's page, one can simply link it to this so they don't have to describe materials, just simply state which ones are used with it. Mostly this is all here so I remember to do it or someone else sees it and wants to do it.<br />
<br />
==== <span id="SLA Printing Anchor">SLA Printing</span> ====<br />
<br />
Inverted SLA Process<br />
Stereolithography, SLA, is a part of the manufacturing technology of vat polymerization. This means a light source (laser) is used to cure liquid resin into a hard plastic.<br />
The Form 2 is the only 3D printer that the Prototype Lab has that is an SLA printer. It utilizes the Upside Down or Inverted orientation.<br />
The resin tank has a clear bottom with a surface the resin will not stick to. This allows the resin to cure against the bottom of the tank.<br />
The build platform is lowered into the resin until it is hovering above the bottom surface of the tank, as far away as the height of the layer to be constructed.<br />
The laser is directed through the bottom of the tank and cures a layer of resin onto the build platform. Then, the resin tank slides over and the build platform raises. The wiper will then sweep across the tank to circulate the resin.<br />
The build platform will lower again, and the process will be repeated until the print is completed.<br />
Due to friction caused by de-laminating every layer, every part should be canted in its orientation. This means the part should be angled to reduce the cross sectional area needing to be shifted to de-laminate each layer. This de-lamination also causes the Form 2 to be the Prototype Lab's slowest 3D printer.<br />
Once a part is finished on the Form 2, it must be removed off of the build plate. Try to avoid scraping the build plate when removing parts. Any excess resin must be washed off using the Form Wash, the part must be air dried so that any isopropyl alcohol from the Wash has evaporated, the part should be cured in the Form Cure, and supports should be clipped off. Any remaining support marks can be sanded off if so desired.<br />
Extra information on SLA Printing can be found [https://formlabs.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-stereolithography-sla-3d-printing/ here].<br />
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==== <span id="FDM Printing Anchor">FDM Printing</span> ====<br />
Information about FDM Printing ahhhhhhh<br />
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==General Laser Cutting Knowledge==<br />
Laser cutting directs a high-powered laser through optics. The laser cutter follows a predetermined pattern to engrave or cut the material. Laser cutting is a great way to get a professional-looking surface finish. <br />
* Can be used for many different materials ranging between wood, glass, rock, plastics, and even engraving Hydroflasks. At this time, the laser cutter in the Prototype Lab is not set up for metal etching. <br />
* Works best on flat surfaces or cylinders with constant diameters. <br />
There are a couple common steps that must be done correctly when using the laser cutter:<br />
* Always make sure that the lens and cone are clean before starting a print.<br />
* Correctly focus the laser above the material, using the correct focusing tool for the lens type.<br />
* Choose the correct material profile for the material you are using. <br />
* Clean the bed of the laser cutter when you are finished.<br />
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Dimension employs [[Prototype Lab#FDM Printing Anchor|FDM Printing]]. It is designed with ultimate simplicity in mind. The system enables you to build parts quickly, even if you’ve never used a 3D printer before. Its display panel prompts you to press a few keys to get you modeling quickly.<br />
The system models with ABS plastic, so modeled parts are strong and durable. ABS also ensures you’ll be able to drill, tap, sand, and paint your creations. With the speed and convenience of Breakaway Support Technology (BST) or Soluble Support Technology (SST), your completed parts are quickly available for review and test.<br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
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* [https://www.3dhubs.com/3d-printers/dimension-1200 Product Home Page]<br />
* [[Media:Dimension_1200es_user_guide.pdf|User Guide]]<br />
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== Training ==<br />
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=== GrabCAD Print ===<br />
GrabCAD Print is the software that both the Dimension and [[F370 3D Printer|F370]] use, and allows you to easily orient and view the part you want to model. Both printers are web based, which allows you to start the print from the one of the lab's computers.<br />
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On Opening GrabCAD, make sure that you select the printer you want to use for the part you want to print, the volunteers in the lab can help you determine which printer would work best. The menu the the right of the image shows the printer options, make sure you select the correct printer, in this case it is the Dimension. After ensuring you have the software correctly set up, open your file and place it on the build plate, '''''Note: your file has to be in STL format to work with any printing software.''''' The build plate is correctly scaled to the actual build plate, so when sizing up or down you can check the size and placement of the print with the build plate.<br />
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[[File:Opening File(D).png|center|1357x1357px]] <br />
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After opening and correctly orienting your part, you may see a red error like the one in the image above, to fix this, click analysis mode, the second icon from the top. The image below shows analysis mode, which quickly troubleshoots any problems with your file and shows any potential errors your part could have. To quickly fix your part, click '''Repair all Models''' which fix most problems with your model. <br />
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[[File:Troubleshooting(D).png|center|1358x1358px]]<br />
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After repairing your part, click '''Slice Preview''' to see how the Dimension will print your part, total layers, and path of the nozzle. Inspect your part to ensure that it will print correctly, and has a low chance of failing. You can watch an animation of your part being built, layer by layer, and do other analysis before printing. Click '''View Estimates''', found in green near the bottom right corner, to see an approximation of how long the print will take, and the amount of material used. Be sure that this information is recorded in the Job Log. Fix any potential problems that you may have seen, and when you are sure that the part is correctly oriented on the build plate. You may now click Print, locate on the bottom right of the screen. '''''Note: Very rarely will a single part be printed on the Dimension or F370, do not start a print without other parts unless cleared by the lab helper.''''' <br />
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[[File:Slice Preview(D).png|center|1350x1350px]]<br />
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=== Printing ===<br />
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=== Finished Parts ===<br />
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[[File:Chipping at Support Material.jpg|center|754x754px]]<br />
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The Prusa i3 MK3 is a 3D printer that includes a removable heatbed, filament sensor, and other unique features in order to rapidly prototype projects. The Prusa i3 MK3 comes in two different variants, single filament, and multi filament. It employs [[Prototype Lab#FDM Printing Anchor|FDM Printing]].<br />
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== Documentation ==<br />
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* [https://www.prusa3d.com/original-prusa-i3-mk3/ Product Home Page]<br />
* [https://prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk3_en_3_04.pdf Prusa i3 MK3 Guide]<br />
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== Training ==<br />
* [https://www.prusa3d.com/howto/ Getting Started]<br />
* [https://help.prusa3d.com/l/en#_ga=2.222995352.20298461.1529081063-1766242771.1529081063 HelpDocs]<br />
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== Terminology ==<br />
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=== Nozzle/Extruder ===<br />
The nozzle (or extruder) is the part of a 3D printer which deposits the molten plastic filament onto the 3D printer bed. The extruder can reach 200°-300°C, depending on the filament used, but typically stays around 215°C for regular prints.<br />
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=== Heatbed ===<br />
The heatbed is a 9.83" x 8.3" x 8.3" plate where the filament will be "printed" on. The bed heats up to around 60°C. Heated beds typically prevent the plastic from warping by keeping it warm. Warping is a common issue that happens on 3D printers, where the plastic of the print cools at an uneven rate, leaving the print wavy and not the way you intentioned.<br />
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=== Feeder ===<br />
The feeder is the part of the 3D printer that "feeds" the filament to the nozzle. Sometimes "feeder" and "extruder" are used synonomously, so it's important when you're teaching someone to differentiate whether or not you're talking about the ''nozzle'' extruder or the ''feeder'' extruder. <br />
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Feeders are typically composed of stepper motors, gears, and sometimes bolts and pulleys to guide the filament to the hotend.<br />
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=== Fan ===<br />
There are usually two fans on the nozzle of a 3D printer, and they serve the purpose of cooling the plastic as soon as it comes out of the nozzle. If the plastic is super hot, we don't want it to move as soon as it is in place on the part we're making, otherwise our part will turn out warped or failed. The fans are put in place to strategically cool the plastic as soon as it comes out of the nozzle. <br />
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You are able to turn the fan speeds up and down in the slicer software (if that is a provided feature), but you can manually configure it on the printer as well. <br />
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=== Stepper Motor ===<br />
There are two main places where you'll find stepper motors on a 3D printer. There's a motor for each axes, one for the x, y, and z. These motors receive instructions from the gcode to move the certain axes at certain points to create your print. <br />
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There is also a stepper motor in the extruder setup, pushing and pulling the filament whenever more or less is needed for the current print.<br />
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=== Infill ===<br />
Infill has to do with a 3D print's structural integrity. It can be multiple shapes and patterns (providing different strength optimizations), different sizes, and different thicknesses. Infill ranges anywhere from 0% (hollow) to 100% (solid). It is very unlikely you'll ever want a print to be 100% infill because it takes an insane amount of filament and takes a lot of time to complete. <br />
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Most 3D prints are 20% infill since it is the most optimal choice for cost efficiency and durability.<br />
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If your concern is cost, a lesser infill density is a good way to go. If strength and mass is important, a higher density (between 30%-50%) is a good estimate. When using a higher infill, always double check to make sure it's a good idea for your part, and that you're using the right machine. Other 3D printers in the prototype lab have the option of a stronger filament than PLA or ABS, so it may be a better idea to print for strength on those rather than the Prusas.<br />
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=== Filament ===<br />
There are many different kinds of filament you can use on the 3D printer, ranging from PLA, ABS, TPU, and Nylon. The most common of these are PLA and ABS. <br />
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PLA stands for Polylactic Acid, it is the most common desktop 3D printing filament because it is odorless and very hard to warp on its own, therefore not always a need for a heated bed.<br />
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ABS stands for Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. It's one of the most commercial versions of plastic available (found in legos, packaging, and more)--it's durable, scratch resistant, and tough. Heated beds are a must with ABS filament because it is so temperature sensitive, so it warps very easily.<br />
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==== Sizing of Filament ====<br />
There are two mainstream sizes of filament, 3.00mm and 1.75mm. The 3.00mm filament is typically used on higher end machines--printing stronger and more detailed models. Hobbyist printers lean more towards the 1.75mm filament, for marketing purposes as well as hardware purposes. The Prusa i3's use 1.75mm filament. <br />
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=== CAD Modeling and Thingiverse ===<br />
There are two ways you can 3D print models. You can either design your own with a CAD (computer-aided design) software, or you can find something similar to what you want on websites like [https://www.thingiverse.com/ Thingiverse]. Thingiverse has all sorts of community-contributed designs, which you can download the .stl files for, slice, and print the models.<br />
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As for modeling your own projects, there are multiple softwares you can use such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, FreeCAD, and many more. <br />
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=== Slicing ===<br />
Each 3D printer uses a slicer software, a software where you can import the model file (usually an .stl file) onto a computerized build plate, resize, change up the nozzle and bed temperatures, adjust the infill and precision, and more. The slicer software takes into consideration all your configurations, then "slices" it into a .gcode file, a set of instructions for the x, y, and z dimensions. The 3D printer can read and tell the stepper motors what to do from the set of instructions within the gcode.<br />
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The slicer software used for the Prusa i3 MK3 is called PrusaControl.<br />
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== Usage ==<br />
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==== Picking a Model ====<br />
Once you have a model you would like to print (which you can find on either thingiverse or model yourself), you will be using a software called PrusaControl to slice your .stl files into a .gcode file, which the printer will interpret and print your model from.<br />
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When you open PrusaControl, it looks like this:<br />
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At the top, you have your basic toolbar where you can import a file. To do this, click on "File > Import Model File", and you'll be presented with your filesystem to choose whatever model you have ready.<br />
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To the right is the settings you'll most likely be working with, such as the material, quality, infill, support, and sizing.<br />
[[File:Settings.png|frame]]<br />
On the Prusa's, we currently only use PLA, so we'll always be keeping the Material option as Prusa PLA.<br />
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The quality of the print has to do with the size of each individual layer. The finer the quality, the longer the time is to print your model. Almost always you'll want your print to be Optimal quality (0.15mm), since about all prints turn out good with that setting. Talk to a supervisor if you feel like your print needs more definition.<br />
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Next, you'll change the infill. If you don't know how much infill you need, check out the definition of infill above or talk to the supervisor for help. This option will almost always stay at 20% infill.<br />
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Now we come to support! Support is extra material printed around your model to support tougher geometric angles that the printer can't get to on its own. It is easily torn off at the end of the print. <br />
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The Brim option is for bed adhesion. You will typically want this option, since it helps prevent the warping of the part you are printing. If you choose the brim option, you will need to watch the printer for the first 20% of the print to make sure everything adheres and starts the print correctly, otherwise you'll end up with a failed part. <br />
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[[File:Orientation.png|thumb]] <br />
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On the right you will see the object settings! If you click on the model you imported, these settings will highlight so you can change them. In the Position settings, you can adjust where on the printer bed you would like your print to start. Due to automatic bed leveling, the center of the printer bed is always the best place to put your model. If you are printing multiple parts, then arrange everything from the center outwards. You can click and drag your model around and see the change in the X and Y coordinates, and if you need it to be super precise, you can use the keyboard to change the values in the Position settings. <br />
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For the Rotation settings, you want to make sure that the flattest part of the model is the one that is face down on the printer bed. Prusas don't do well with odd geometry and angles (that's a job for the Formlab 2!), so make sure to keep the flat parts of your print on the printer bed. <br />
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Scale is important, it determines how large you want your print to be. If you modeled your print to specific dimensions, PrusaControl will import it with the correct dimensions, and you can skip this section. If it is too large, you can scale the model down to 70%-90% and see how that affects the size, and vice versa, changing the scale to 110%-130% if need be. <br />
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Place on bed should always be on. <br />
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When all those settings are complete, you can click "Generate" in the bottom right corner, and PrusaControl will give you a time and filament estimate for your print. If they seem reasonable, you can save the newly "sliced" .gcode file to the SD card that will go into the printer! If not, you can always go back and adjust the settings to fit your time and/or filament needs. <br />
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Once you have the gcode file on the SD card, put the SD card into the Prusa (on the left side of the orange menu), and turn the printer on. The printer will read the SD card and initialize itself, then you can start. In the menu, there is an option you want called "Print from SD Card". That will take you to a list of all the .gcode files on the SD card. Search until you find your own, and select it. <br />
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Naturally, the printer will set itself up for PLA settings, which is approximately 215°C for the extruder, and 60°C for the heated bed. This will take a few minutes. The printer will then test the bed leveling, and begin the print. <br />
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- watching the print (brim, speed, support, 30%)<br />
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- what to do if it fails (brim comes off, nozzle drags print around, etc)<br />
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- finishing a print<br />
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- loading new filament<br />
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- pausing or stopping a print<br />
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== Troubleshooting ==<br />
* failed calibration<br />
* crash detected<br />
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